F-gas leak checks and records in Catford
F-gas leak checks in Catford, with the paperwork handled for you.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Catford?
Expect £185–£315 per visit, first system ex VAT in Catford; a typical job — leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit — usually comes to £345–£1,095 plus VAT. You get the price before the visit is booked.
An F-gas leak check is a legally required inspection of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment containing fluorinated gases at or above 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Working in Catford
Premises in Catford are often in mixed-use buildings with shared roofs and tight access, so outdoor unit positions are agreed early.
That includes premises in SE6 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham. Many buildings have a mix of older and newer systems, so we record each one separately and nothing is missed.
What the job covers
- Refrigerant type, charge and CO2e calculation for each system
- Direct and indirect checks to the required method
- Labels and records updated
- Leak repair quote if a leak is found
- Follow-up check within one month of any repair
Guide prices in Catford
Prices below include our regional adjustment for London (28% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leak check, first system (includes attendance) | £185–£315 | £222–£378 | per visit |
| Each additional system, same visit | £85–£160 | £102–£192 | per system |
| F-gas asset register set-up | Up to £505 | Up to £606 | per site |
| Automatic leak detection system | £995–£3,795 | £1,194–£4,554 | per system |
Ex VAT. Leak checks are often combined with a service visit at no extra attendance charge.
What happens on a visit in Catford
Asset check
We record each system's refrigerant type and charge and calculate its CO2e.
Set the frequency
Each system gets the legal interval for its CO2e and any automatic leak detection.
Check
The engineer checks joints, valves, components and operating data for signs of leakage.
Record
Results are recorded and kept on your F-gas log for at least five years.
Things to check in Catford
Certified engineers
Leak checks must be done by an engineer holding the right F-gas certification.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Catford are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Repairs
If a leak is found it must be repaired without undue delay and re-checked within one month.
Leased premises
If your Catford 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.
Who we work with in Catford
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
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 F-gas leak checks in Catford
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Catford?
In Catford, guide prices are around £185–£315 per visit, first system, plus VAT; a typical job (leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit) is £345–£1,095 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham?
Yes. Alongside Catford, we also cover Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Catford?
All of them, including SE6. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
How long must records be kept?
For at least five years, covering refrigerant type and quantity, additions and recoveries, leak-check dates and results, and who carried out the work.
Which systems need F-gas leak checks?
In Great Britain, equipment containing F-gas at or above 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent (with exemptions for some hermetically sealed equipment below 10 tonnes). Many VRF and larger split systems qualify.
Get a guide price for Catford
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.