TM44 air conditioning inspections in Farnborough
Stay compliant in Farnborough: 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 Farnborough?
Expect £455–£3,395 per building ex VAT in Farnborough; 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.
Farnborough and surrounding areas
In Farnborough, typical commercial premises include town-centre shops and offices, surgeries, gyms and units on business parks. Woking is about 14 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Farnborough include BR6, GU11, OX12 and OX17. Nearby, we also cover Camberley (about 5 km), Aldershot (about 5 km) and Fleet (about 6 km). Compliance visits in Farnborough are booked around your opening hours and the paperwork is kept for you afterwards.
What is included
- Check of whether your systems meet the 12 kW threshold for your nation
- Collection of system details, records and drawings
- Report with recommendations, lodged where the rules require
- Quote for any recommended improvements
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
Prices in Farnborough
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 Farnborough
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.
Points to plan for in Farnborough
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 Farnborough 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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Farnborough are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Typical premises in Farnborough
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
FAQs for Farnborough
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Farnborough?
In Farnborough, 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 Camberley, Aldershot and Fleet?
Yes. Alongside Farnborough, we also cover Camberley, Aldershot and Fleet. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Farnborough?
All of them, including BR6, GU11, OX12 and OX17. 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.
What is the penalty for not having one?
In England and Wales a £300 penalty can be issued for failing to have a valid report, enforced by local Trading Standards. Northern Ireland also sets a £300 penalty.
Get a guide price for Farnborough
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.