Property Management in Chester for Landlords Who Want It Done Right
Three service tiers for Chester, Wirral, and North Wales landlords. Transparent fixed fees, no hidden charges, and in-house property litigation solicitors at every level.
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Full property management in Chester, Cheshire & North Wales
PDA Letting Agents provides full-service property management for landlords across Chester, Cheshire, and North Wales. Whether you own a single buy-to-let or a growing portfolio, our managed service removes the day-to-day burden of being a landlord — from finding and referencing tenants through to rent collection, routine inspections, and legal compliance.
Rent collection and arrears management
We collect rent on your behalf each month and transfer funds directly to your account, accompanied by a clear financial statement. If a tenant falls into arrears, we act immediately — chasing by phone, letter, and formal notice before the situation escalates. For full management clients, our in-house property litigation solicitors can issue Section 8 notices and pursue possession proceedings without the delay and cost of instructing an external law firm.
Routine inspections and property condition reports
Full management clients receive quarterly property inspections with written condition reports. We identify maintenance issues early, coordinate repairs through our vetted contractor network, and keep you informed at every stage. You receive a full maintenance log via the landlord portal — no surprises, no hidden mark-ups on works under £250.
Compliance: gas safety, EPC, EICR and deposit protection
Landlord compliance in Chester has never been more demanding. We manage your compliance calendar — tracking gas safety certificate renewals (annual), EICR validity (5-year cycle), EPC ratings, smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements, and deposit registration with a government-approved scheme. Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, we also handle Private Rented Sector Database registration and Written Statement of Terms requirements on your behalf.
Tenant management from move-in to move-out
We handle the full tenant lifecycle — referencing, right to rent checks, tenancy agreement drafting, inventory preparation, check-in, mid-tenancy management, check-out inspection, and deposit reconciliation. Our average void period for managed Chester properties is under 10 days, and re-letting is included at no additional let fee for full management clients.
Areas we serve
We manage properties across Chester (CH1–CH4), Cheshire, and North Wales. Our local knowledge of Chester's rental market — from Hoole and Newton to Saltney and Broughton — means we price accurately, let quickly, and attract tenants who stay. We also manage properties across the Wirral and into North Wales for portfolio landlords.
Ready to discuss your property?
Request a free management quote — we'll provide a rental appraisal and recommend the right service tier for your property within 24 hours.
Choose your service tier
All tiers include access to our in-house property litigation solicitors. The difference is how much of the day-to-day management we handle on your behalf.
Let Only
Tenant find and handover. You manage the tenancy.
Experienced landlords who are confident managing day-to-day tenancy issues and compliance themselves.
- Professional property photography and listing
- Advertising on Rightmove, Zoopla, and OnTheMarket
- Tenant referencing (credit, employment, previous landlord)
- Right to Rent checks (legally required)
- Tenancy agreement drafting and execution
- Deposit registration with government-approved scheme
- Inventory and schedule of condition
- Meter readings and utility notifications
- Key handover and tenant briefing
- Private Rented Sector Database registration support
- Ongoing rent collection
- Maintenance coordination
- Property inspections
- Arrears management
- Legal action (available separately)
Rent Collection
Tenant find plus monthly rent collection and arrears management.
Landlords who want to handle maintenance themselves but need reliable rent collection and early arrears intervention.
- Everything in Let Only
- Monthly rent collection and payment to landlord
- Monthly financial statements
- Rent arrears chasing (letters, calls, formal notices)
- Section 8 notice preparation (Ground 8 arrears)
- Annual rent review and market appraisal
- Tenancy renewal management
- Landlord portal access (real-time rent receipts)
- Compliance certificate expiry alerts
- Maintenance coordination
- Property inspections
- Court representation (available separately via in-house solicitors)
Full Management
Complete hands-off management. We handle everything.
Landlords who want a genuinely passive investment — no calls, no maintenance, no compliance headaches.
- Everything in Rent Collection
- Maintenance coordination (24/7 emergency line)
- Vetted contractor network (no mark-up on works under £250)
- Quarterly property inspections with written reports
- Annual compliance audit (EPC, gas safety, EICR, EICR)
- Deposit dispute management
- Check-out inspection and deposit reconciliation
- End-of-tenancy cleaning coordination
- Re-letting on vacancy (no additional let fee)
- Direct access to in-house property litigation solicitors
- Section 8 notices and possession proceedings (at reduced legal rates)
Additional fees — full transparency
We believe in complete fee transparency. Below are all additional charges that may apply. There are no hidden fees, no administration charges, and no exit fees.
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Tenancy renewal fee | £150 + VAT |
| Check-out inspection | £100 + VAT |
| Court attendance (possession) | Solicitor rates |
| Contractor mark-up (works over £250) | 10% |
| EPC arrangement | £80 + VAT |
| Gas safety certificate arrangement | £75 + VAT |
| EICR arrangement | £150–£250 + VAT |
All fees are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate. Legal fees for possession proceedings are charged at our solicitor's hourly rate, which is significantly below external law firm rates.
Why in-house solicitors change everything
Without in-house solicitors
- Refer you to an external law firm
- You pay external solicitor rates (£200–£350/hr)
- Weeks of delay while solicitors get up to speed
- Two separate points of contact to manage
- No continuity between lettings and legal teams
With PDA's in-house solicitors
- Legal team is part of the same firm
- Significantly reduced legal rates for managed clients
- Immediate escalation — no delay, no briefing required
- Single point of contact throughout
- Lettings and legal teams share full tenancy history
Property management FAQs
From instruction to first rent payment — here's exactly what happens.
Most landlords are with a new tenant within 3 weeks. Here's the step-by-step process from the moment you instruct us.
- Day 1
Free valuation & consultation
01We visit your property, give you an honest rental appraisal, and walk you through our service tiers and fees. No pressure, no obligation — just the information you need to make the right decision.
- Day 1–3
Instruction & compliance check
02You sign our management agreement. Our team immediately checks your compliance certificates (EPC, gas safety, EICR) and flags anything that needs attention before marketing — protecting you from day one.
- Days 3–14
Marketing, viewings & tenant selection
03Professional photography, listings on Rightmove, Zoopla, and OnTheMarket. We conduct all viewings, carry out full referencing (credit, employment, previous landlord), and Right to Rent checks — presenting you with our recommendation.
- Days 14–21
Tenancy agreement & move-in
04Our in-house solicitor drafts a robust, legally compliant tenancy agreement. Deposit is registered with a government-approved scheme. Inventory is completed. Keys are handed over. You receive a copy of everything.
- Month 1
First rent payment to you
05Rent is collected on the due date via PayProp — our automated rent collection platform. Your payment lands in your account the same day, with a clear statement. From here, we handle everything so you don't have to.
The questions landlords actually ask — before they enquire.
We've answered the objections that stop landlords from making contact. If your question isn't here, call us on 01244 380 380.
Void Periods & Costs
Contractors & Maintenance
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- Chester's only lettings agency with in-house solicitors
After two years of chasing my previous agent for basic updates, PDA felt like a completely different world. My rent now arrives on the same day every month.
Sarah M. — Buy-to-let landlord, Wirral