Gas safety in a rental property

Tenants’ responsibilities

Tenants should make sure all gas appliances are regularly serviced. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use an approved service agent. This will help maintain the appliances' safe operation.

If an approved service agent is not listed by the manufacturer, NSW Fair Trading recommends engaging a licensed gas fitter. You can check your gasfitter is licensed online.

Landlords’ responsibilities

Landlords are responsible for repairs and maintenance of all utility connections and services, including appliances such as gas heaters, stoves and ovens, within the boundary of the property.

Landlords should always make sure:

• the bathroom and kitchen heaters have unobstructed ventilation

• heater flue pipes are free from all restrictions and holes

• there is no evidence of the heater creating soot deposits

• there are no signs of discolouration on or around the heater and flue.

For more information, see the NSW Fair Trading gas safety page.