empty BTL costs?

[tight fart]

I've got an empty property for about 8 weeks, do I still have to pay standing charges for gas and elec if off and unused?
The local council give 1 month 100% discount on council tax.

[Eric Mc]

Probably. Have you spoken to your various utility suppliers?

[Jockman]

Yes. They are allowable expenses too IIRC.

[Eric Mc]

Indeed they are.

[rufusgti]

Check your insurance, there will be a maximum allowed void. Just ring them and let them know if it goes over. Don't leave it to chance.

[insurance_jon]

rufusgti said:

Check your insurance, there will be a maximum allowed void. Just ring them and let them know if it goes over. Don't leave it to chance.

usually 30 days, but don't panic....cover doesn't become void (usually) it just drops to FLEA (Fire, Lightning, Explosion, Aircraft) cover