F-gas leak checks and records in West Sussex
Stay compliant in West Sussex: 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 West Sussex?
Expect £165–£280 per visit, first system ex VAT in West Sussex; a typical job — leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit — usually comes to £315–£995 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.
Where we work around West Sussex
We cover all of West Sussex, including Crawley, Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton and Horsham. We quote for premises right across West Sussex, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include BN5, BN14, BN42, BN99, PO10, PO22, RH14 and RH77. We give you the records in a form an inspector, insurer or landlord can read, and remind you when the next check is due.
What the job covers
- 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
Guide prices in West Sussex
Guide prices for West Sussex, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leak check, first system (includes attendance) | £165–£280 | £198–£336 | per visit |
| Each additional system, same visit | £75–£145 | £90–£174 | per system |
| F-gas asset register set-up | Up to £455 | Up to £546 | per site |
| Automatic leak detection system | £915–£3,395 | £1,098–£4,074 | per system |
Ex VAT. Leak checks are often combined with a service visit at no extra attendance charge.
How a visit in West Sussex works
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 West Sussex
Certified engineers
Leak checks must be done by an engineer holding the right F-gas certification.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Operator duty
The legal duty sits with the operator — the person or business with actual control over the equipment.
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.
Typical premises in West Sussex
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Common questions from businesses in West Sussex
How much do F-gas leak checks cost in West Sussex?
In West Sussex, guide prices are around £165–£280 per visit, first system, plus VAT; a typical job (leak checks on 3–6 systems in one visit) is £315–£995 plus VAT.
Do you also cover East Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire?
Yes. Alongside West Sussex, we also cover East Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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 West Sussex
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.