First Certify

First Certify: online booking for landlord compliance certificates in England

First Certify is a digital platform created by estate agents and landlords to simplify the process of obtaining property certification. The service allows landlords and property owners to book accredited assessors online, with instant pricing, same-week appointments and digital certificates delivered within 48 hours. The company states that its network of accredited assessors covers England.

Certification services available through the platform

The platform brings together several compliance and property documentation services, each with a starting price shown on the site at the time of writing this profile:

• Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) — from £75
• Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) — from £179
• Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) — from £89
• Floor Plans — from £80
• PAT Testing — from £100
• Boiler Servicing — from £99

These services are aimed at landlords and property managers who need to meet regulatory requirements or document the condition of a property. The inclusion of floor plans and boiler servicing extends the offer beyond strictly mandatory certificates.

How the booking process works

According to the information provided, users select a service and a location, choose an available time slot, and receive a visit from a local accredited assessor. After the assessment, the digital certificate is sent by email. The company indicates that appointments can be scheduled within the same week and that certificates are issued digitally within 48 hours.

Coverage and locations

First Certify lists a series of popular locations on its website, including London, Brighton & Hove, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Bristol. The company states that its assessor network covers England. The platform also has a section for joining as an assessor, suggesting that it operates with a network of independent professionals.

Origin and approach

The company explains that it was founded by estate agents and landlords who had experienced difficulties in booking reliable property certifications. From that starting point, the platform was designed to make compliance simple, affordable and fully digital, with online booking and instant pricing as central elements.