TM44 air conditioning inspections in Durham
Stay compliant in Durham: 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 Durham?
Expect £370–£2,750 per building ex VAT in Durham; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £370–£745 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.
Working in Durham
Businesses in Durham range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses. Sunderland is about 19 km away.
We cover every Durham postcode, including DH1. Nearby, we also cover Chester-le-Street (about 9 km), Houghton-Le-Spring (about 10 km) and Stanley (about 13 km). For TM44 air conditioning inspections in Durham, we start by listing each system, its refrigerant type and charge, so you know exactly what the rules require.
What we do
- Check of whether your systems meet the 12 kW threshold for your nation
- Inspection arranged with an accredited air conditioning energy assessor
- Report with recommendations, lodged where the rules require
- Quote for any recommended improvements
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
Local guide prices for Durham
These guide prices are adjusted for the North East, where labour and access costs run about 6% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £370–£745 | £444–£894 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £655–£1,350 | £786–£1,620 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,195–£2,750 | £1,434–£3,300 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
What happens on a visit in Durham
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.
What to think about in Durham
England and Wales
Under the Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012, systems over 12 kW need inspecting at least every five years by an accredited assessor, with the report lodged on the national register. Local Trading Standards enforce it, with a £300 penalty for not having a valid report.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Durham often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Not an F-gas check
A TM44 inspection is about energy efficiency. It does not replace F-gas leak checks or servicing.
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 Durham
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
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.
Common questions from businesses in Durham
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Durham?
In Durham, guide prices are around £370–£2,750 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £370–£745 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Chester-le-Street, Houghton-Le-Spring and Stanley?
Yes. Alongside Durham, we also cover Chester-le-Street, Houghton-Le-Spring and Stanley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Durham?
All of them, including DH1. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Is a TM44 the same as an EPC?
No. An EPC rates the whole building's energy performance. A TM44 is a separate inspection of the air conditioning systems.
Does a TM44 include a leak check?
No. F-gas leak checks are a separate legal requirement, usually done during servicing.
Get a guide price for Durham
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.