TM44 air conditioning inspections in Hove
TM44 air conditioning inspections for premises in Hove, 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 Hove?
Expect £455–£3,395 per building ex VAT in Hove; 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 Hove and nearby
In Hove, typical commercial premises include town-centre shops and offices, surgeries, gyms and units on business parks. Brighton is about 2 km away.
We work across Hove's postcode districts, including BN3. Nearby, we also cover Brighton (about 2 km), Portslade (about 4 km) and Shoreham-by-Sea (about 8 km). Compliance visits in Hove 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
- Inspection arranged with an accredited air conditioning energy assessor
- Report with recommendations, lodged where the rules require
- Quote for any recommended improvements
TM44 inspections prices in Hove
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.
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.
Before you book in Hove
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.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
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 Hove
- 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.
Questions about TM44 inspections in Hove
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Hove?
In Hove, 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 Brighton, Portslade and Shoreham-by-Sea?
Yes. Alongside Hove, we also cover Brighton, Portslade and Shoreham-by-Sea. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Hove?
All of them, including BN3. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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 Hove
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.