Insurance, Services and Utilities
Insurance
Contents insurance is the responsibility of the tenant, whilst the building insurance is the responsibility of the landlord. Any potential claims involving the building insurance should be notified to us immediately.
You are strongly recommended to take out your own contents policy: Landlords will not be responsible for any uninsured losses.
Council Tax
The Landlord or his agent is not responsible for the payment of Council Tax whilst a tenant is in occupation.
Most students are exempt from this charge and can obtain a certificate from their college / university.
Water Rates
The Landlord is not responsible for water, unless otherwise specified.
In Bournemouth there are two water companies: Bournemouth and West Hants Water for your mains supply and Wessex Water for removal of your waste water. You will be sent bills from both companies if you are liable.
Electricity and Gas
The Landlord is not responsible for electricity or gas, unless otherwise specified.
Please do not change your utility supplier. If you are liable, the suppliers used are Southern Electric and British Gas.