Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery in Selby
Air conditioning removal and gas recovery in Selby, with the paperwork handled for you.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does air conditioning removal cost in Selby?
In Selby, guide prices are about £240–£870 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (removing 2–4 split systems) is £575–£1,895 plus VAT. We confirm the price once we know how many systems you have.
Air conditioning decommissioning is the safe shutdown and removal of a system: the refrigerant is recovered into certified cylinders by an F-gas certified engineer, pipework is made safe, the units are removed and disposed of as waste electrical equipment, and the paperwork is provided for your records.
Our coverage in Selby
In a town like Selby, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer. York is about 19 km away.
We work across Selby's postcode districts, including YO8. We also cover Goole, Pontefract and York, all within easy reach of Selby. The legal duty sits with whoever controls the equipment, so tenants and landlords in Selby should agree who arranges air conditioning removal and gas recovery.
Included as standard
- Refrigerant recovery into certified cylinders
- Removal of indoor and outdoor units
- Pipework capped or removed
- WEEE-compliant disposal with paperwork
- Making good of wall penetrations on request
Decommissioning prices in Selby
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Yorkshire and the Humber (3% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split removal with gas recovery | £240–£480 | £288–£576 | per system |
| Cassette or ducted unit removal | £285–£675 | £342–£810 | per unit |
| VRF system strip-out | £1,395–£6,750 | £1,674–£8,100 | per system |
| Making good wall penetrations | £45–£140 | £54–£168 | per hole |
Ex VAT. Access equipment and large plant removals are priced after survey.
The visit, step by step
Survey
We confirm what is to be removed and any making-good required.
Isolate and recover
Power is isolated and refrigerant recovered and weighed.
Remove
Units, pipework and fixings are removed as agreed.
Paperwork
You get recovery records and waste transfer documentation.
Points to plan for in Selby
Dilapidations
Agree with your landlord what must be removed and what can stay.
Leased premises
If your Selby premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Legal recovery
Recovery of F-gas refrigerant must be done by certified engineers; venting is an offence.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Typical premises in Selby
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about decommissioning in Selby
How much does air conditioning removal cost in Selby?
In Selby, guide prices are around £240–£870 per system, plus VAT; a typical job (removing 2–4 split systems) is £575–£1,895 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Goole, Pontefract and York?
Yes. Alongside Selby, we also cover Goole, Pontefract and York. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Selby?
All of them, including YO8. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Can old units be re-used elsewhere?
Sometimes, if they are in good condition and suit the new space. We assess before recovery.
Can you just disconnect the units?
Not legally, if they contain refrigerant. The gas must be recovered by a certified engineer before the system is opened up or removed.
Get a guide price for Selby
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.