TM44 air conditioning inspections in Forres
Stay compliant in Forres: 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 Forres?
Expect £415–£3,095 per building ex VAT in Forres; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £415–£835 plus VAT. We confirm the price once we know how many systems you have.
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 Forres
In a town like Forres, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
That includes premises in IV36 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Nairn, Elgin and Lossiemouth. We give you the records in a form an inspector, insurer or landlord can read, and remind you when the next check is due.
Included as standard
- 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
Guide prices in Forres
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the north of Scotland (5% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £415–£835 | £498–£1,002 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £730–£1,500 | £876–£1,800 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,295–£3,095 | £1,554–£3,714 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
How a visit in Forres 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.
What to think about in Forres
Scotland
Regulation 17 of the Building (Scotland) Regulations requires inspection of systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more by an accredited expert, typically every three to five years depending on condition.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Forres are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Not an F-gas check
A TM44 inspection is about energy efficiency. It does not replace F-gas leak checks or servicing.
Working hours
Most Forres businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Premises we work in around Forres
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
In Scotland, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more also need a periodic energy inspection.
Questions about TM44 inspections in Forres
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Forres?
In Forres, guide prices are around £415–£3,095 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £415–£835 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Nairn, Elgin and Lossiemouth?
Yes. Alongside Forres, we also cover Nairn, Elgin and Lossiemouth. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Forres?
All of them, including IV36. 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.
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 Forres
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.