TM44 air conditioning inspections in East Sussex
TM44 air conditioning inspections for premises in East Sussex, with records you can show an inspector or insurer.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in East Sussex?
Expect £455–£3,395 per building ex VAT in East Sussex; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £455–£915 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.
Covering East Sussex and nearby
We cover all of East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove and Bexhill-on-Sea. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BN1, BN8, BN23, BN50, RH18, TN20, TN34 and TN40. 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 we do
- 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 East Sussex
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (15% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £455–£915 | £546–£1,098 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £795–£1,650 | £954–£1,980 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,450–£3,395 | £1,740–£4,074 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
What happens on a visit in East Sussex
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
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.
Leased premises
If your East Sussex premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
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 East Sussex
- 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.
Your questions answered
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in East Sussex?
In East Sussex, guide prices are around £455–£3,395 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £455–£915 plus VAT.
Do you also cover West Sussex, Surrey and Kent?
Yes. Alongside East Sussex, we also cover West Sussex, Surrey and Kent. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
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.
Get a guide price for East Sussex
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.