The Comfort Standard is more than a to-do list – it encompasses every aspect of the property journey. When the small added extras are consistently delivered and combined with a quality house, the result is a tenant experience that turns a landlord's house into a tenant's home – that's better letting.
We like to demand high standards of ourselves and those we work with - ultimately this approach helps ensure there are tangible benefits for landlords and tenants who choose Comfort Lettings.
1/3rd
Time on
Market
Comfort Lettings' property listings were available on rightmove.co.uk for only ONE THIRD of the average time* against local competitor listings. Faster letting, leads to reduced rental voids.
*Data anlaysis of "Letting Agent Competitor Analysis" report from rightmove.co.uk between 27 March 2016 and 18 June 2016.
Market Value Rents
Well-presented and thought through homes make better rental properties for tenants. Property presented in its best light should result in higher levels of interest and viewing appointments - making market value rent more achievable.
21%
Longer
Tenancies
Comfort Standard homes have longer term tenants - By providing tenants with a quality home, acting quickly on maintenance items and removing any cost of contract renewals, average tenancies for a Comfort Standard home are 21% longer* than the national average**.
*Comfort Standard homes completed tenancy analysis
**Average UK tenancy length sourced from Direct Line for Business report published in May 2016.
Look out for the Comfort Standard mark
Each property is different and will come with its own unique circumstances. As such, we cannot apply a strict criteria to each house. There are however some fundamental principles that can be applied to every property to ensure that it will meet the Comfort Standard.
A valid Gas Safety Certificate to be renewed yearly
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) to be renewed every 5 years
Have working smoke/carbon monoxide alarms
To be compliant with HHSRS requirements
Correct Landlords Insurance for buildings and contents
Consent to Let from mortgage company
Well maintained roofs and guttering
Double glazing
Secure external doors and windows
And then in addition...
Freshly and tastefully decorated
High Efficiency boilers and heating (where practical)
Sturdy and good quality furniture for furnished homes
Modern kitchens and bathrooms
Quality, matching floor coverings
Alarm systems
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