TM44 air conditioning inspections in Castlereagh
Stay compliant in Castlereagh: TM44 air conditioning inspections arranged, recorded and followed up.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Castlereagh?
Expect £365–£2,695 per building ex VAT in Castlereagh; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £365–£730 plus VAT. You get the price before the visit is booked.
A TM44 inspection is the air conditioning energy assessment required for systems with a combined effective rated output above 12 kW.
Where we work around Castlereagh
Castlereagh has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Belfast is about 4 km away.
We work across Castlereagh's postcode districts, including BT5 and BT6. Neighbouring towns we cover include Belfast, Newtownabbey and Lisburn. Compliance visits in Castlereagh are booked around your opening hours and the paperwork is kept for you afterwards.
What the job covers
- Check of whether your systems meet the 12 kW threshold for your nation
- Collection of system details, records and drawings
- Inspection arranged with an accredited air conditioning energy assessor
- Report with recommendations, lodged where the rules require
- Quote for any recommended improvements
Prices in Castlereagh
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (8% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £365–£730 | £438–£876 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £640–£1,350 | £768–£1,620 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,150–£2,695 | £1,380–£3,234 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
How a visit in Castlereagh works
Check the threshold
We work out the effective rated output of the systems you control and whether they count together under the rules for your nation.
Prepare
Make, model, capacity, refrigerant and maintenance records are gathered for the assessor.
Inspect
The accredited assessor inspects the systems and controls on site.
Act on the report
You receive the report; we can quote for the recommended improvements.
Local points to consider
Northern Ireland
Systems over 12 kW must be inspected by an accredited energy assessor within five years of installation and then every five years, with the report lodged on the register; the penalty is £300.
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.
Not an F-gas check
A TM44 inspection is about energy efficiency. It does not replace F-gas leak checks or servicing.
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.
Who we work with in Castlereagh
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Northern Ireland: EU F-gas rules that apply in Northern Ireland (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Your questions answered
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Castlereagh?
In Castlereagh, guide prices are around £365–£2,695 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £365–£730 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Belfast, Newtownabbey and Lisburn?
Yes. Alongside Castlereagh, we also cover Belfast, Newtownabbey and Lisburn. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Castlereagh?
All of them, including BT5 and BT6. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Does a TM44 include a leak check?
No. F-gas leak checks are a separate legal requirement, usually done during servicing.
Do I need a TM44 inspection?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, yes if the air conditioning you control in a building adds up to more than 12 kW of effective rated output, at least every five years. In Scotland, systems of 12 kW or more need inspecting (separate units count together only where centrally controlled), at intervals set by the accredited expert.
Get a guide price for Castlereagh
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.