TM44 air conditioning inspections in Johnstone
Stay compliant in Johnstone: 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 Johnstone?
Expect £380–£2,850 per building ex VAT in Johnstone; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £380–£765 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.
Johnstone and surrounding areas
Johnstone is a smaller town in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde, with independent shops, offices, surgeries, pubs and local business units. Glasgow is about 17 km away.
We work across Johnstone's postcode districts, including PA5. We also cover Paisley, Barrhead and Erskine, all within easy reach of Johnstone. The legal duty sits with whoever controls the equipment, so tenants and landlords in Johnstone should agree who arranges TM44 air conditioning inspections.
What we do
- 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
Local guide prices for Johnstone
These guide prices are adjusted for Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 4% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £380–£765 | £456–£918 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £665–£1,395 | £798–£1,674 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,195–£2,850 | £1,434–£3,420 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
What happens on a visit in Johnstone
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 Johnstone
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.
Leased premises
If your Johnstone 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 Johnstone are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Types of premises we cover in Johnstone
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
Compliance in Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
FAQs for Johnstone
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Johnstone?
In Johnstone, guide prices are around £380–£2,850 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £380–£765 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Paisley, Barrhead and Erskine?
Yes. Alongside Johnstone, we also cover Paisley, Barrhead and Erskine. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Johnstone?
All of them, including PA5. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Does a TM44 include a leak check?
No. F-gas leak checks are a separate legal requirement, usually done during servicing.
Who can carry out a TM44 inspection?
Only an accredited air conditioning energy assessor (in Scotland, an accredited expert under an approved protocol organisation). We arrange the inspection through one.
Get a guide price for Johnstone
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.