F-gas leak checks and records in Eltham
Stay compliant in Eltham: F-gas leak checks arranged, recorded and followed up.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Eltham?
Expect £185–£315 per visit, first system ex VAT in Eltham; 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 Eltham
Eltham sits within London's dense commercial fabric: shopfronts, offices above, studios and venues, where outdoor unit positions and access need careful planning.
We cover every Eltham postcode, including SE9. We also work in nearby Blackheath, Welling and Catford. For F-gas leak checks in Eltham, we start by listing each system, its refrigerant type and charge, so you know exactly what the rules require.
What we do
- Leak check by an F-gas certified engineer
- 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
Prices in Eltham
Guide prices for Eltham, set for London. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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.
How we handle F-gas leak checks in Eltham
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.
Before you book in Eltham
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 Eltham 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 Eltham 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 Eltham
- 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.
Common questions from businesses in Eltham
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Eltham?
In Eltham, 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, Welling and Catford?
Yes. Alongside Eltham, we also cover Blackheath, Welling and Catford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Eltham?
All of them, including SE9. 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.
How often are leak checks needed?
At least every 12 months from 5 tonnes CO2e, every 6 months from 50 tonnes, and every 3 months from 500 tonnes. Where automatic leak detection is fitted, each interval doubles to 24, 12 and 6 months.
Need F-gas leak checks in Eltham?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.