Why choose us
EXPERIENCED ADVICE
Philip Evans Estates has nearly 40 years property experience. We share our expertise and lessons learnt, so that you have the knowledge you need to make an informed decision.
BILLINGUAL
Each and every member of staff can discuss any property matter with you in English or Welsh.
FAMILY RUN
We’re a family run business and very proud of the reputation we have built ourselves in recent years. Our investment in our staff ensures we offer our clients a professional and dedicated service.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
We know the area inside and out. We have an wide range portfolio of properties to ensure that we meet the various needs of our tenants.
STRICT CODES OF PRACTICE
We pride ourselves on our high standards to give you the best experience possible. We welcome your feedback to help us improve.
24/7 PEACE OF MIND
An ‘out of hours’ emergency number is available for ALL our managed properties. This offers complete peace of mind for both Landlord and Tenant.
Let Only Service
60% of one months rent including VAT
- Free market appraisal and rental advice
- Advise on preparing your property for rental
- Extensive advertising
- Arrange viewings
- Find a tenant
- Prepare a tenancy agreement
- Collect the deposit
- Collect 1st months rent
Full Management Service
12% of the monthly rent including VAT
In addition to the Let Only Service, the Full Management Services includes:
- Keep you up to date with compliance and health & safety
- ‘To Let’ Boards
- Photography
- Accompanied Viewings
- Tenant Checks
- Inventory Service
- Deposit registered with my deposits.co.uk
- Collect & hold deposit
- Monthly statements
- Property inspections
- Day-to-day management including repairs
- Organise safety checks such as Gas safety records
Our Fees
Deposit Registration
The Landlord will be responsible for the cost of registering the tenants deposit in a protected scheme (My Deposits) – £36 including VAT
Damage/Repairs
Where any damage is caused during the tenancy so long as it is not neglect or damage by the tenant, but reasonable wear and tear, the Landlord will be responsible. An invoice will be provided and deducted from the monthly statement – Invoiced at cost
Where any damage is caused during the tenancy which it is considered to be neglect or damage by the tenant, an invoice will be provided to the tenant with photographs in support – no charge
Introduction to Tenant Service
60% of one months rent including VAT
Full Management Service
12% of the monthly rent including VAT
LANDLORD FEE SCHEDULE
Introduction to Tenant Service
60% of one months rent including VAT
Full Management Service
12% of the monthly rent including VAT
Tenancy Deposit Scheme Fee
The Landlord will be responsible for the cost of registering the tenants deposit in a protected scheme (My Deposits) – £36 including VAT
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
The Landlord will be responsible for the cost of processing and organising an EPC on the property in line with legal requirements – £108 including VAT
Optional Annual Statement of Income and Expenditure
An annual Statement setting out income and expenditure for the financial year is available upon request – £24 including VAT
Damage/Repairs
Where any damage is caused during the tenancy so long as it is not neglect or damage by the tenant, but reasonable wear and tear, the Landlord will be responsible. An invoice will be provided and deducted from the monthly statement – Invoiced at cost
Where any damage is caused during the tenancy which it is considered to be neglect or damage by the tenant, an invoice will be provided to the tenant with photographs in support – no charge
Safety Certificates
The letting of property is now closely regulated with respect to consumer safety. The law makes particular demands regarding the safety, servicing and inspection of the gas and electrical appliances and installations within a property and with respect to the safety of furniture and soft furnishings provided.
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) must be obtained before a property is placed on the letting market. This has a 10 year life. This can be organised by Philip Evans Estates for £108 including VAT.
A Gas (or oil fired) Safety Certificate must be obtained before a tenant moves in and must be renewed every 12 months. If you wish to provide your own certificate, you must provide us with a copy before a tenant moves in and renew it every 12 months. Please note no tenancy can commence until we are in receipt of a valid Gas Safety Certificate. Approximate figure for guidance £60-70 including VAT per appliance.
Annual servicing of gas appliances to ensure that the gas appliance continues to perform at optimum and ensure that any warranty is not nullified. Approximate figure for guidance £80 including VAT.
Under the 2015 regulations all rental properties must have a working smoke detector on each floor, be it mains wired or battery only, plus a Carbon Monoxide detector in each room that contains a solid fuel heating or hot water appliance. Our policy is to also include gas fired appliances within the requirements in order to protect you and the tenants fully. If you prefer to install your own detectors please confirm that the work is complete in writing before your tenants move in. Approximate figure for guidance £30 including VAT.
In addition, Landlords are legally required to minimise risk where possible. This can be achieved by including fire extinguishers and fire blankets in the property. These regulations are particularly stringent around HMO’s. Approximate figure for guidance £120 including VAT for the initial placement and £30-60 including VAT when serviced annually.
The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 requires that landlords must have the electrics at their properties inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years. This test is also known as an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). If you wish to instruct your own contractor then please note that we will require a copy of a valid certificate. Approximate figure for guidance – £150-200 including VAT (remedial works may also be required on top of this figure).
Large, complex and ‘bedsit’ (individually let) HMOs are higher risk properties, which therefore require more management. Ceredigion County Council therefore requires a weekly fire alarm test and visual test on these properties with the test result recorded in a logbook. This will depend on the size of the property, but an approximate figure is between £4-£10 per week.
In addition, HMOs in Ceredigion are required to have the fire alarms and emergency lighting tested on an annual basis. The cost will depend on the size and complexity of the property. A quote can be obtained if required.
Annual electrical Portable Appliance Test (PAT) for all plug-in appliances. Please note that this is compulsory in HMO’s and highly desirable on all properties. Approximate figure for guidance £40-£50 including VAT.