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Call: 01245 830075
Email: info@tmhughesandson.uk
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TM Hughes & Son provides plumbing, heating, gas, electrical, and property maintenance services for landlords, letting agents, and property managers across Essex.
Our Gas Safe-registered engineers carry out gas safety checks (CP12s), boiler servicing, heating repairs, and plumbing work for rental properties.
Electrical work is available through our sister company, TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd. Their NICEIC-registered electricians provide EICRs, remedial work, consumer unit upgrades, rewiring, alarms and electrical repairs.
We also provide handyman services, air conditioning and wider property maintenance.
Together, our two companies provide landlords, letting agents and property managers with access to all key property services through a single local group.






Welcome to TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd
Managing rental properties usually involves several contractors, safety records and repair requests.
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd helps landlords, letting agents and property managers arrange gas, heating, plumbing and maintenance work across Essex.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers provide landlord gas safety checks, CP12 certificates, boiler servicing, heating repairs, plumbing services, and gas appliance installation and checks.
Many rental properties also need electrical work during a tenancy or between tenants.
Through TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd, we can arrange NICEIC-registered electricians for EICRs, electrical remedial work, consumer units, rewiring, alarm installation and electrical repairs.
Our handyman and property maintenance services can also help with property improvements, repairs, decorating and general upkeep.
Whether you own one rental property or manage a larger portfolio, we can help you arrange essential inspections, repairs and maintenance.


What Landlord Services Does TM Hughes & Son Provide in Essex?
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd supports landlords, letting agents and property managers with planned and reactive property services.
You may need an annual gas safety check, a boiler service or an urgent plumbing repair. You may also need several jobs completed before a new tenant moves in.
Our landlord services include:
- Landlord gas safety inspections
- CP12 certificates
- Landlord electrical inspections
- EICR certificates
- Boiler servicing
- Boiler repairs
- Central heating repairs
- Gas appliance checks
- Plumbing installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Handyman services
- Property maintenance
- Work between tenancies
- Property portfolio support
- Letting-agent support
- Electrical remedial work
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Rewiring
- Smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms
- Electrical repairs
- Air conditioning installation
- Air conditioning servicing and repairs
Gas, heating and plumbing work is carried out by TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd. Electrical work is carried out by TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd.
We give landlords and letting agents access to several specialist trades. Saving the hassle of arranging a different company for every job.
Landlord Gas Safety Checks & CP12 Certificates
Landlords who provide gas appliances have legal safety duties. This includes annual gas safety checks which must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
TM Hughes & Son provides landlord gas safety checks for rental properties across Essex. We work with private landlords, letting agents and property managers.
Inspections cover gas appliances and flues within the property. They also include relevant safety checks on accessible pipework, ventilation and appliance operation.
After the required checks are completed, we issue a Landlord Gas Safety Record/CP12 certificate. It lists the appliances checked, the results and any safety issues found.
The certificate also includes details of the Gas Safe-registered engineer who completed the inspection.
Our landlord gas safety checks include:
- Gas boiler checks
- Gas fire checks
- Gas cooker and hob checks
- Accessible gas pipework checks
- Flue checks
- Ventilation checks
- Appliance safety tests
- Advice on faults found
- Follow-up repair quotes
- Checks for individual properties
- Checks across rental portfolios
- CP12 certification
If a fault is found, weโll explain the problem and discuss the next step. Some repairs may be completed during the visit. Some may need parts or a separate appointment. Where further work is needed, weโll provide a quote.
Landlords and letting agents with several properties can book inspections across different addresses. We send out reminders before the next gas safety check is due.
For more information, read our Landlord Gas Safety Checklist for Essex Rental Properties and What Does a Landlord Gas Safety Check Include?


Boiler Servicing for Rental Properties
A boiler service and a landlord gas safety check are different services.
A gas safety inspection confirms the safety of the appliances and flues checked during the visit.
A boiler service verifies the boiler is safe, helps it run more efficiently, and helps uncover underlying issues.
Many landlords and letting agents choose to arrange both services during the same appointment. This reduces the number of visits and limits disruption for tenants.
Boiler servicing includes:
- A visual boiler inspection
- Safety checks
- Flue checks
- Boiler control checks
- Pressure checks
- Inspection of key components
- Cleaning
- Checks for worn parts
- Service record
- Advice on recommended repairs
We service domestic gas boilers in rental properties across Essex. This includes individual buy-to-let homes and properties within larger portfolios.
For more information, read Boiler Service or Gas Safety Check: What Do Landlords Need?

Boiler and Heating Repairs for Landlords
Loss of heating or hot water will cause problems for landlords and tenants.
The issue may be caused by the boiler, heating controls, radiators or another part of the system.
TM Hughes & Son provides same-day boiler and heating repairs for rental properties across Essex. Emergency repairs include no call-out charges.
Our engineers will inspect and test the system, identify the fault and explain the available repair options.
Our boiler and heating repair services include:
- Boiler repairs
- Boiler fault diagnosis
- No heating
- No hot water
- Low boiler pressure
- Boiler leaks
- Faulty thermostats
- Heating control faults
- Radiator problems
- Circulation pump faults
- Motorised valve faults
- General heating repairs
- Underfloor heating repairs
A tenant may report a fault. A fault may also appear during a boiler service or gas safety check.
Common faults include boiler noises, pressure loss or uneven radiator temperatures. Leaks and faulty controls also need attention. Whatever the fault, our heating engineers will respond quickly and rectify it.
Read Common Boiler Problems in Rental Properties or Landlord Responsibilities When a Boiler Breaks Down for more information.
Plumbing Services & Repairs for Rental Properties
Plumbing work is a regular part of managing rental properties. Landlords may need a leaking pipe repaired, a new tap installed or a toilet replaced before new tenants move in.
TM Hughes & Son provides plumbing services for landlords, letting agents and property managers across Essex. We carry out repairs, replacements and new installations in occupied rental properties and homes between tenancies.
Same-day emergency plumbing repairs include no call-out charges.
Our plumbing services include:
- Leaking tap repairs
- New tap installation
- Toilet repairs
- Toilet installation
- Shower repairs
- Shower installation
- Sink and basin installation
- Pipework repairs
- Leak detection
- Water leak repairs
- Waste pipe repairs
- Water pressure issues
- General plumbing maintenance
- Plumbing work between tenancies
- Plumbing services for rental property portfolios
Many landlords choose to arrange plumbing work alongside boiler servicing, heating repairs or landlord gas safety checks. Combining several jobs into one visit reduces disruption and makes preparing a rental property more straightforward.
Read our Plumbing Checks Between Tenancies guide for more information.


Electrical Services
Rental properties need electrical inspections and EICR certificates. They often also need electrical repairs and safety improvements.
We provide electrical work to landlords and letting agents through our sister company TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd. NICEIC-registered electricians provide inspection, testing, installation and repair services across rental properties in Essex.
Electrical services include:
- Electrical inspections
- EICR certificates
- Electrical remedial work
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Electrical fault finding
- Electrical repairs
- Socket repairs
- Switch repairs
- Lighting installation
- Lighting repairs
- Smoke alarm installation
- Heat alarm installation
- Carbon monoxide alarm installation
- Earthing and bonding work
- Rewiring
- Partial rewiring
- Same-day emergency call-outs
Landlords in Essex must have the fixed electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years. The inspection must be completed by a qualified electrician.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report assesses and records the condition of the fixed electrical system. It also identifies faults which need repair or further investigation. Where remedial work is required, our electrical team will provide a quote.
Electricians can provide a same-day response for tenant-reported electrical faults, which include no call-out charges.
Our gas and electrical companies work closely together to provide landlords and letting agents with access to the appropriate trades and certifications for each service.
Visit our Landlord and Letting Agent Electrical Services page. You can also read our Essex Landlord Electrical Safety Guide.
Handyman and Property Maintenance Services for Landlords
Rental properties rarely need one repair at a time. A property may need a wall patched, a door adjusted or a room repainted before new tenants arrive.
TM Hughes & Son offers handyman and property maintenance services alongside its plumbing, gas, heating and electrical work.
These services are available for occupied properties and homes between tenancies. We can undertake one job or work through a list of maintenance tasks.
Our handyman and property maintenance services include:
- Door repairs
- Lock repairs
- Minor carpentry
- Wall repairs
- Ceiling repairs
- Plaster repairs
- Decorating
- Paint touch-ups
- Minor floor repairs
- Curtain pole installation
- Blind installation
- Shelving
- Wall-mounted fixtures
- Flat-pack furniture assembly
- Appliance installation
- Gutter clearing
- Fence repairs
- Gate repairs
- General property maintenance
Handyman work is useful when a tenancy ends. It gives landlords time to address wear and tear, damage, and unfinished maintenance before the next tenant moves in.


Preparing Rental Properties Between Tenancies
The gap between tenancies is a useful time to complete inspections, repairs and maintenance. Access is easier when the property is empty.
Landlords and letting agents can handle several tasks before the next tenant moves in.
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services can arrange plumbing, gas, heating and maintenance work during void periods. We can arrange Electrical work through TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services.
Services completed between tenancies can include:
- Landlord gas safety checks (CP12s)
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
- Boiler servicing
- Boiler repairs
- Heating repairs
- Plumbing repairs
- Gas appliance checks
- Handyman work
- Decorating
- Property maintenance
- Electrical remedial work
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Alarm installation
- Electrical repairs
- Air conditioning servicing
- Air conditioning repairs
Rental properties often need several types of work between tenancies. The boiler may need servicing while a leaking tap and damaged wall also need attention. A CP12 or EICR may also be due before the next tenancy begins.
Arranging this work during the empty period will greatly reduce disruption after the tenant moves in. It may also make access, scheduling and work easier for plumbers, heating engineers and electricians.
Portfolio Support for Landlords and Property Managers
Managing several rental properties means keeping track of inspections, servicing and repairs across different addresses. Each property will have its own tenants, access details and due dates.
TM Hughes & Son supports landlords and property managers with planned and reactive work across Essex.
Our portfolio support includes:
- Annual gas safety checks
- Landlord Gas Safety Records (CP12s)
- Electrical inspections and certificates (EICRs)
- Annual Boiler servicing
- Boiler repairs
- Heating repairs
- Plumbing repairs
- Gas appliance checks
- Handyman services
- Property maintenance
- Work between tenancies
- Gas safety reminders
- Electrical services through our sister company
- Support across several addresses
We help landlords and arrange work for individual homes or groups of managed properties.
Gas and electrical safety reminders can be sent before the next check is due. This gives landlords time to arrange access before the current record reaches its renewal date.
Portfolio support can include planned servicing alongside repairs reported by tenants. It can also include work carried out when properties become vacant.


Support for Letting Agents Across Essex
Letting agents often manage communication between landlords, tenants and contractors. They need to arrange access, approve quotations and confirm when work is complete.
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd works with letting agents across Essex.
We provide gas, heating, plumbing and property maintenance services for managed rental properties. Electrical work is available through TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd.
Our support for letting agents includes:
- Landlord gas safety checks (EICRs)
- Electrical safety checks (CP12s)
- Boiler servicing
- Boiler repairs
- Heating repairs
- Plumbing repairs
- Gas appliance checks
- Handyman services
- Property maintenance
- Work between tenancies
- Repair quotations
- Planned maintenance visits
- Electrical services
- Support across managed portfolios
We can liaise with the letting agent, landlord or tenant. Copies of reports and service records can be provided where required. This helps letting agents keep landlords informed and maintain accurate property records.
Why Landlords and Letting Agents Choose TM Hughes & Son
Landlords and letting agents need contractors who understand rental properties and the need for clear communication. They may also need several services at the same address.
TM Hughes & Son provides access to gas, heating, plumbing, electrical and property maintenance services across two specialist companies. This ensures landlords and letting agents can access all the services they need under one roof.
Hereโs why landlords and letting agents across Essex choose TM Hughes & Son:
- Gas Safe registered Plumbers & Heating engineers
- NICEIC-registered electricians
- F-Gas registered air conditioning engineers
- Plumbing services
- Heating services
- Handyman services
- Property maintenance
- Air conditioning services
- 5-star rated by Google with hundreds of positive reviews
- Support for individual properties
- Support for larger property portfolios
- Planned and reactive work
- Emergency response with no call-out charges
- Services for occupied properties
- Work between tenancies
- Fully insured companies
- Essex coverage
- Free surveys and quotes
Gas, heating and plumbing services are delivered by TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd.
Electrical work is delivered by TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd. Each company provides the records and certification linked to its own work.

How Our Landlord Service Works
1. Tell Us About the Property
Please provide:
- The property location
- The services required
- Whether the property is occupied
- Any appointment deadline
- Contact details for access
- Details of known faults
- Any entry instructions
Once we understand the job, we can discuss the next step and provide a no-obligation quote. Where necessary, we can arrange a free survey.
2. We Arrange the Correct Trade
The type of work decides which company and tradesperson attends.
This may include:
- Gas Safe registered heating engineers
- Plumbers
- Handyman and maintenance workers
- NICEIC-registered electricians
- FGAS-qualified air conditioning engineers
Where several services are needed, we can help coordinate the appointments.
Some jobs may still need separate visits due to trade, access or scheduling requirements.
3. We Complete the Agreed Work
The engineer or tradesperson attends the property on the agreed time and date.
They complete the booked inspection, service, repair, or installation.
Weโll provide a quote before carrying out any extra work which has not been agreed.
4. We Provide the Relevant Records
The records provided will depend on the work completed.
These may include:
- Landlord Gas Safety Records (CP12 certificates)
- Boiler service records
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR certificates)
- Service records
- Remedial work quotations
These documents ensure landlords and letting agents maintain accurate property records.
5. We Send Inspection Reminders
Some landlord inspections and services need to be repeated.
We can send reminders before selected renewal dates.
Our reminder service can cover:
- Annual gas safety checks
- Boiler servicing
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports
- Planned maintenance visits
This gives you time to arrange access and book the next visit.
Speak to Our Landlord Services Team
If youโre a landlord, letting agent or property manager in Essex, contact us to discuss a single rental property, several managed homes, or a broader property portfolio. Please use the phone number or email below.

Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Gas Services
Please get in touch to book an appointment or receive a free, no-obligation quote
Call: 01245 830075
Email: info@tmhughesandson.uk
TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Limited
Saxon House
27 Duke Street
Chelmsford
CM1 1HT

