Landlord & Letting Agent Services Essex
Call: 01245 830560
Email: info@tmhugheselectrical.co.uk
- Electrical Safety Inspections, EICRs
- Landlord gas safety inspections, CP12s
- Electrical installations & repairs
- Sameday emergency call-outs
- Smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms
- Boiler servicing, repairs and installation
- Gas fire servicing
- Gas cooker installation and disconnection
- Plumbing Services
- Heating Services
- Air conditioning services
- Property maintenance work
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Two Specialist Companies. One Local Landlord Partner.
Managing rental properties can involve several contractors, appointments, and sets of paperwork.
TM Hughes & Son helps landlords, letting agents and property managers arrange electrical, gas, heating, plumbing, air conditioning and property maintenance work across Essex.
Our services are delivered through two specialist companies.
TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd comprises NICEIC-registered electricians.
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd comprises Gas Safe- and FGAS-registered engineers.
Together, the two companies support rental properties with inspections, repairs, servicing, installations, and planned maintenance for Electrical, Gas, Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning.
We work with landlords and letting agents in single rental properties and larger multi-property portfolios.
What Landlord Services Does TM Hughes & Son Provide in Essex?
TM Hughes & Son provides electrical, gas, heating and plumbing services for landlords and letting agents across Essex.
Our services include:
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRS)
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Smoke and heat alarm installation
- Landlord gas safety checks
- Boiler servicing and repairs
- Gas fire servicing
- Gas cooker installation and disconnection
- Underfloor heating services
- Plumbing installation and repairs
- Air conditioning services
- Handyman and property maintenance work
- Heating repairs
- Electrical remedial work
- Work between tenancies
- Property portfolio support
Electrical work is carried out by NICEIC-registered electricians.
Gas, heating, and plumbing work is carried out by Gas-Safe-registered engineers.
Air Conditioning work is carried out by FGAS-registered engineers.
Property maintenance is carried out by experienced builders, plasterers, decorators, and handymen.
Two Specialist Companies Supporting Essex Landlords
Each TM Hughes & Son company has its own team, skills and trade registration.
TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd
TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd comprises NICEIC-registered electricians.
The company provides electrical inspection, testing, installation and repair work across Essex.
Services include:
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Rewiring
- Socket and switch repairs
- Lighting
- Smoke, heat and CO alarm installation
- Emergency repairs
- Fault finding
- Electrical remedial work
- And more
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd comprises Gas Safe registered engineers.
The company provides gas, heating and plumbing services for rental properties across Essex.
Services include:
- Landlord gas safety inspections & certificates(CP12)
- Landlord gas safety plans
- Boiler servicing & repairs
- Boiler installation
- Gas fire servicing
- Gas cooker installation and disconnection
- Underfloor heating services
- Plumbing repairs
- Air conditioning services
- Bathroom services
- Handyman and property maintenance work
- Central heating repairs
- Gas appliance checks
Electrical Safety Services for Landlords
Electrical faults can place tenants at risk and delay the start of a new tenancy.
Our electrical company provides inspection, testing, repairs and upgrades for rental properties across Essex.
EICR Testing for Rental Properties
An Electrical Installation Condition Report checks the fixed electrical installation within a property.
For rented homes in England, landlords must have the electrical system inspected and tested at least every five years by a qualified person. This is a legal requirement under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector regulations.
The inspection confirms whether the electrical installation is safe for continued use. It also highlights faults which need repair before they place tenants at risk.
Our electricians inspect the wiring, consumer unit and fixed electrical fittings.
The report may include:
- C1 observations which need immediate action
- C2 observations which are potentially dangerous
- C3 recommendations for improvement
- FI observations which need further investigation
We provide EICRs for single rental properties, managed homes and larger property portfolios.
Landlords and letting agents receive the EICR after the inspection. If the report identifies faults, we can explain the next steps and quote for the required remedial work.
You can also read our Essex landlord electrical safety guide for a wider look at EICRs, remedial work, consumer units, alarms and electrical safety checks for rental properties.
Electrical Remedial Work
An unsatisfactory EICR may identify work which needs attention.
Our electricians can review the faults, provide a quote and complete the required repairs.
Remedial work may include:
- Damaged wiring
- Faulty sockets and switches
- Earthing and bonding issues
- Consumer unit improvements
- Missing protection
- Faulty circuits
- Further investigation
Using one electrical company for testing and repairs keeps the process simple.
Consumer Unit Upgrades
A rental property does not always need a new consumer unit.
The legal requirement is for landlords to keep the electrical installation safe and have it inspected and tested at least every five years by a qualified person.
The consumer unit forms part of the electrical installation, so it is checked during the EICR.
An upgrade may be needed if the existing unit has faults, lacks adequate protection, or does not meet the property’s safety standards.
Our electricians can replace or improve consumer units where required.
The work may include:
- RCD or RCBO protection
- Surge protection
- Circuit labelling
- Earthing and bonding checks
- Testing and certification
We explain the proposed work before it begins and provide a clear quote.
If a consumer unit upgrade is needed after an EICR, we can complete the work and provide the relevant certification.
Electrical Repairs, Rewiring, Lighting and Sockets
Rental properties may also need electrical repairs outside a planned EICR.
Tenants may report faulty sockets, damaged switches, lighting faults or power issues.
Landlords may also need electrical improvements before a new tenant moves in.
Our electricians can help with:
- Fault finding
- Rewiring
- Partial rewiring
- Socket repairs
- New socket installation
- Switch repairs
- Indoor lighting
- Outdoor lighting
- Security lighting
- Appliance installation
- Earthing and bonding work
This work can be arranged as a separate repair or as part of EICR remedial work.
It can also be completed during a void period, before the next tenancy begins.
Same-Day Electrical Emergency Support
Some electrical faults need fast attention, especially in occupied rental properties.
Tenants may report loss of power, burning smells, damaged sockets, tripping circuits or unsafe fittings.
Our electricians offer same-day electrical support.
We do not charge an additional call-out charge for electrical emergencies.
Landlords and letting agents can contact us about:
- Loss of power
- Tripping circuits
- Damaged sockets or switches
- Lighting faults
- Faulty consumer units
- Unsafe electrical fittings
- Burning smells from electrical components
We aim to arrive within 2 hours and will rectify any issues, making the electrical system safe to use again. If further repair work is needed, we can provide a clear quote.
Smoke, Heat and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation
Alarms warn tenants of smoke, heat, fire, or carbon monoxide risks.
For rented homes in England, landlords have duties under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015, which were updated by the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022.
These rules require landlords to provide at least one smoke alarm on each floor.
A carbon monoxide alarm is also required in any room which contains a fixed combustion appliance, such as a gas boiler, gas fire, oil boiler or wood burner.
Landlords must check the alarms are working on the first day of each new tenancy. They must also repair or replace alarms once told they are faulty.
Our electricians can install, replace and test alarms in rental properties.
Services include:
- Smoke alarm installation
- Heat alarms for kitchens
- Carbon monoxide alarms
- Mains-powered alarms
- Interlinked alarm systems
- Replacement alarms
- Alarm testing
- New alarm installation
You can also read our Essex landlord electrical safety guide for a wider look at EICRs, remedial work, consumer units, alarms and electrical safety checks for rental properties.
Gas, Heating and Plumbing Services for Landlords
Our sister company, TM Hughes & Son, Gas Services Ltd supports landlords with safety checks, certification, plumbing and heating work.
Landlord Gas Safety Checks and CP12 Certificates
Landlords have legal responsibilities under The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.
These rules require landlords to keep the gas appliances, fittings, and flues they provide safe.
- Landlords must arrange an annual gas safety check for gas appliances and flues.
- Inspections must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
- A landlord gas safety check is required every 12 months.
- After a successful inspection, the landlord receives a CP12 certificate.
CP12 certificates prove the gas appliances and flues checked at the property were safe at the time of inspection.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers issue CP12 certificates for landlords and letting agents across Essex.
Checks cover:
- Boilers
- Gas fires
- Gas cookers
- Flues
- Pipework
- Ventilation
- Appliance safety
The CP12 certificate includes details such as:
- The property address
- The landlord or agent details
- The appliances and flues checked
- The date of the check
- Any safety defects found
- Any remedial action taken
- The engineer’s name, signature and Gas Safe registration number
Following the inspection:
- A copy must be given to tenants within 28 days of the inspection
- New tenants must receive a copy before they move into the property
- Landlords must keep a record of the gas safety check for at least 2 years
- If a fault is found, we can explain the issue and quote for the repair
Gas Fire Servicing
Gas fires in rental properties form part of the gas appliances which may need checking during a landlord gas safety inspection.
They may also need servicing to help keep them working safely.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers can inspect and service gas fires where required.
Gas fire servicing can be arranged as a single visit or alongside other gas work, such as a CP12 inspection or boiler service.
Gas Cooker Installation and Disconnection
Gas cookers in rental properties must be installed and disconnected by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
This may be needed when a property changes tenants, an appliance is replaced, or a kitchen is updated.
Our engineers can help with the safe installation and disconnection of gas cookers for landlords and letting agents.
This work can also be arranged during a void period before a new tenant moves in.
Boiler Servicing
A boiler service is separate from a landlord gas safety check.
The gas safety check confirms whether the relevant appliance and flue are safe at the time of inspection.
A boiler service looks more closely at the boiler’s condition, operation and maintenance needs.
Our engineers inspect the boiler, test key parts and check its safe operation.
A service includes:
- Visual checks
- Safety checks
- Flue checks
- Boiler controls
- Pressure checks
- Cleaning where needed
- Service records
Boiler servicing can help identify faults before they lead to a breakdown.
Boiler and Heating Repairs
Loss of heating or hot water can cause problems for tenants and landlords.
Our engineers repair a wide range of boiler and heating faults. We offer a same-day service with no call-out charges.
We can help with:
- No heating
- No hot water
- Low boiler pressure
- Faulty controls
- Radiator problems
- Leaks
- Boiler noises
- Heating system faults
- And more
We’ll inspect the fault and explain the repair options before work begins.
Plumbing Repairs for Rental Properties
Our plumbers can help with common tenant-reported issues.
Services include:
- Leaking taps
- Toilet repairs
- Pipework leaks
- Waste pipe faults
- Water pressure problems
- Radiator valve repairs
- General plumbing work
Plumbing repairs can also be arranged during void periods or alongside heating work.
Wider Property Maintenance Services for Landlords
Rental properties often need more than gas, electrical, heating and plumbing work.
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd can also help with air conditioning, underfloor heating, gas appliances and handyman work.
This can be useful for landlords and letting agents who need several smaller jobs completed at the same property.
Underfloor Heating Services
Gas-Safe registered engineers install, service and repair wet and electric underfloor heating systems.
Air Conditioning Services
Air conditioning is a feature in some modern rental properties in Essex.
We can help landlords with air conditioning installation, servicing and repair work where suitable.
Handyman and Property Maintenance Work
Some rental properties require minor repairs and maintenance before, during, or after a tenancy.
Our handyman services can help landlords and letting agents deal with general property jobs.
Services include:
- Fixing doors, windows and locks
- Repairing walls, ceilings and flooring
- Patching drywall holes or cracks
- Plaster repairs
- Skimming existing plaster
- Small wall construction
- Brick repair
- Repointing
- Small brickwork
- Interior and exterior painting
- Touch-ups and trim painting
- Staining decks and fences
- Building or repairing furniture
- Installing shelving
- Assembling flat-pack furniture
- Cleaning gutters
- Pressure washing
- Laying tiles, vinyl or laminate flooring
- Minor floor repairs
- Appliance installation
- Mounting TVs or electronics
- Hanging pictures, mirrors or curtains
Our handyman services give landlords another way to get rental properties ready for tenants without having to arrange multiple trades.
Portfolio Support for Landlords and Property Managers
Managing several rental properties creates a steady flow of checks, repairs and service dates.
TM Hughes & Son supports landlords, letting agents and property managers across Essex.
We can arrange work across different addresses and help landlords and letting agents stay on top of key safety checks, servicing and repairs.
This helps keep rental properties safer, better maintained and supported by the right paperwork.
Support for Letting Agents in Essex
Letting agents need contractors who communicate clearly and keep them updated about appointments.
TM Hughes & Son supports letting agents with electrical, gas, heating, plumbing and property maintenance work.
We can work with the agent, landlord or tenant, depending on how access is arranged.
We can also provide quotes for faults found during inspections or repair visits.
Services We Can Help Arrange
We support landlords, letting agents and property managers with:
- EICRs
- Electrical remedial work
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Rewiring and partial rewiring
- Socket and switch repairs
- New socket installation
- Lighting repairs and upgrades
- Smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms
- Same-day electrical support where available
- Landlord gas safety checks
- CP12 certificates
- Boiler servicing
- Boiler repairs
- Boiler installation
- Central heating repairs
- Radiator repairs and replacements
- Gas fire servicing
- Gas cooker installation and disconnection
- Gas appliance checks
- Underfloor heating services
- Plumbing repairs
- Leaks and pipework repairs
- Toilet and tap repairs
- Waste pipe repairs
- Air conditioning installation
- Air conditioning servicing and repairs
- Handyman and property maintenance work
- Work during void periods
- Scheduling and reminders so EICRs and CP12s don’t expire
Landlords and agents can call, email or WhatsApp us to discuss their properties and service needs.
Property Support Between Tenancies
The gap between tenancies is a useful time to complete checks, repairs and upgrades.
It gives landlords time to address faults before a new tenant moves in.
Using both TM Hughes companies will help reduce the number of contractors involved. It can also make planning work around cleaning, decorating, and tenant changeover dates easier.
Reducing Landlord Admin, Risk and Delays
Letting a property involves preparing reports, obtaining quotes, carrying out repairs, and following up.
Using several contractors makes this harder to manage.
Our electrical team can complete inspections, repairs, upgrades and alarm work.
Our gas team can carry out safety checks, servicing, heating work and plumbing repairs.
This helps reduce:
- Separate calls to different contractors
- Delays between inspections and repairs
- Gaps in communication
- Extra appointments
- Repeated property visits
- Confusion over who is handling each job
Why Landlords and Letting Agents Choose TM Hughes & Son
Landlords need contractors who understand rental properties and maintain clear communication. Contractors who are certified, insured and have the experience to work in rental properties.
Here’s why landlords and letting agents choose TM Hughes & Son:
- NICEIC-registered electricians
- Gas Safe registered engineers
- Electrical and gas services under one roof
- A wide range of other services
- Support for single properties and portfolios
- Inspection and remedial work
- Free surveys and quotes
- Full Essex coverage
- Fully insured companies
- Work in occupied and empty properties
- Support between tenancies
You can contact us by phone, email or WhatsApp to discuss your requirements.
How Our Landlord Service Works
Tell Us What You Need
Contact us by phone, email or WhatsApp.
Please provide:
- The property address
- The services needed
- Any deadline
- Whether the property is occupied
- Who we should contact
Once we understand the job, we’ll either provide a quote over the phone or arrange a free survey and quote if required.
We Arrange the Right Engineer
Electrical work is booked through TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd.
Gas, heating and plumbing work is booked through TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd.
We Complete the Agreed Work
The engineer attends the property at the agreed time and date and carries out the agreed inspection, installation, service or repair.
We Provide the Relevant Records
Where needed, we provide the report, certificate or service record after the visit.
We Send a Reminder
For essential inspections and certification, such as EICRs and CP12 gas safety checks, we can send a reminder 2 months before expiry. This gives landlords and letting agents time to book the next inspection before the current record lapses.
Speak to Our Landlord Services Team
Speak to TM Hughes & Son about landlord and letting agent services across Essex. We can help with one rental property, several managed homes or a wider property portfolio.
Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services
Please get in touch to book an appointment or receive a free, no-obligation quote
Call: 01245 830560