Who Is Responsible for Cooker Repairs in Rented Properties?
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Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, landlords are responsible for keeping appliances they provided in safe working order.
If the Landlord Provided the Cooker
The landlord is responsible for repairs. Tenants should report the fault in writing and give the landlord reasonable time to arrange repairs.
If the Tenant Brought the Cooker
If the cooker belongs to the tenant, the cost of repair is the tenant's responsibility.
Urgent Repairs
If a cooker fault makes the property uninhabitable or unsafe (e.g., a gas leak), the landlord must act promptly — typically within 24 hours.
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