F-gas leak checks and records in Falmouth
F-gas leak checks in Falmouth, 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 Falmouth?
Expect £145–£255 per visit, first system ex VAT in Falmouth; a typical job — leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit — usually comes to £285–£905 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.
Our coverage in Falmouth
Businesses in Falmouth range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses.
Postcode districts we cover in Falmouth include TR11. Neighbouring towns we cover include Truro, Redruth and Camborne. For F-gas leak checks in Falmouth, we start by listing each system, its refrigerant type and charge, so you know exactly what the rules require.
Included as standard
- 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
Local guide prices for Falmouth
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South West (4% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leak check, first system (includes attendance) | £145–£255 | £174–£306 | per visit |
| Each additional system, same visit | £70–£130 | £84–£156 | per system |
| F-gas asset register set-up | Up to £410 | Up to £492 | per site |
| Automatic leak detection system | £825–£3,050 | £990–£3,660 | per system |
Ex VAT. Leak checks are often combined with a service visit at no extra attendance charge.
What happens on a visit in Falmouth
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.
Points to plan for in Falmouth
Certified engineers
Leak checks must be done by an engineer holding the right F-gas certification.
Leased premises
If your Falmouth 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.
Operator duty
The legal duty sits with the operator — the person or business with actual control over the equipment.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Premises we work in around Falmouth
- 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.
Your questions answered
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Falmouth?
In Falmouth, guide prices are around £145–£255 per visit, first system, plus VAT; a typical job (leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit) is £285–£905 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Truro, Redruth and Camborne?
Yes. Alongside Falmouth, we also cover Truro, Redruth and Camborne. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Falmouth?
All of them, including TR11. 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.
Who is responsible for F-gas compliance?
The operator of the equipment — normally the business with control over it. Contractors do the checks; the operator must make sure they happen and keep records.
Talk to us about your premises in Falmouth
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.