F-gas leak checks and records in Shepherds Bush
Get your air conditioning in Shepherds Bush on the right side of the rules with F-gas leak checks.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Shepherds Bush?
Expect £185–£315 per visit, first system ex VAT in Shepherds Bush; a typical job — leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit — usually comes to £345–£1,095 plus VAT. The price is confirmed before booking.
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.
Covering Shepherds Bush and nearby
Premises in Shepherds Bush are often in mixed-use buildings with shared roofs and tight access, so outdoor unit positions are agreed early.
That includes premises in W12 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover Notting Hill (about 1 km), Chiswick (about 3 km) and Fulham (about 3 km). The legal duty sits with whoever controls the equipment, so tenants and landlords in Shepherds Bush should agree who arranges F-gas leak checks.
Included as standard
- Refrigerant type, charge and CO2e calculation for each system
- Leak check by an F-gas certified engineer
- Direct and indirect checks to the required method
- Leak repair quote if a leak is found
- Follow-up check within one month of any repair
Prices in Shepherds Bush
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 Shepherds Bush
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 Shepherds Bush
Certified engineers
Leak checks must be done by an engineer holding the right F-gas certification.
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.
Repairs
If a leak is found it must be repaired without undue delay and re-checked within one month.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Shepherds Bush
- 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 Shepherds Bush
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Shepherds Bush?
In Shepherds Bush, 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 Notting Hill, Chiswick and Fulham?
Yes. Alongside Shepherds Bush, we also cover Notting Hill, Chiswick and Fulham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Shepherds Bush?
All of them, including W12. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
What is CO2 equivalent?
The refrigerant charge in kilograms multiplied by its global warming potential (GWP), divided by 1,000. It puts every refrigerant on the same scale.
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.
Need F-gas leak checks in Shepherds Bush?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.