F-gas leak checks and records in Smethwick
Get your air conditioning in Smethwick 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 Smethwick?
Expect £145–£245 per visit, first system ex VAT in Smethwick; a typical job — leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit — usually comes to £275–£870 plus VAT. We confirm the price once we know how many systems you have.
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 Smethwick
In Smethwick, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. West Bromwich is about 3 km away.
That includes premises in B66 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover West Bromwich (about 3 km), Birmingham (about 5 km) and Halesowen (about 7 km). 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
- 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
Local guide prices for Smethwick
Guide prices for Smethwick, set for the West Midlands. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leak check, first system (includes attendance) | £145–£245 | £174–£294 | per visit |
| Each additional system, same visit | £65–£125 | £78–£150 | per system |
| F-gas asset register set-up | Up to £395 | Up to £474 | per site |
| Automatic leak detection system | £795–£2,950 | £954–£3,540 | per system |
Ex VAT. Leak checks are often combined with a service visit at no extra attendance charge.
What happens on a visit in Smethwick
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 Smethwick
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.
Operator duty
The legal duty sits with the operator — the person or business with actual control over the equipment.
Working hours
Most Smethwick businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Premises we work in around Smethwick
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
FAQs for Smethwick
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in Smethwick?
In Smethwick, guide prices are around £145–£245 per visit, first system, plus VAT; a typical job (leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit) is £275–£870 plus VAT.
Do you also cover West Bromwich, Birmingham and Halesowen?
Yes. Alongside Smethwick, we also cover West Bromwich, Birmingham and Halesowen. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Smethwick?
All of them, including B66. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Smethwick
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.