TM44 air conditioning inspections in Formby
Stay compliant in Formby: 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 Formby?
Expect £385–£2,895 per building ex VAT in Formby; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £385–£780 plus VAT. The price is confirmed before booking.
A TM44 inspection is the air conditioning energy assessment required for systems with a combined effective rated output above 12 kW.
Formby and surrounding areas
In a town like Formby, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer. Liverpool is about 18 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Formby include L37. We also cover Maghull, Southport and Bootle, all within easy reach of Formby. Compliance visits in Formby 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
- 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
Prices in Formby
These guide prices are adjusted for the North West, where labour and access costs run about 2% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £385–£780 | £462–£936 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £680–£1,395 | £816–£1,674 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,195–£2,895 | £1,434–£3,474 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
The visit, step by step
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.
Things to check in Formby
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 Formby 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 Formby are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Premises we work in around Formby
- 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 Formby
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Formby?
In Formby, guide prices are around £385–£2,895 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £385–£780 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Maghull, Southport and Bootle?
Yes. Alongside Formby, we also cover Maghull, Southport and Bootle. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Formby?
All of them, including L37. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Formby
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.