TM44 air conditioning inspections in Plymouth
Get your air conditioning in Plymouth on the right side of the rules with TM44 air conditioning inspections.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Plymouth?
Expect £410–£3,050 per building ex VAT in Plymouth; a typical job — office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning — usually comes to £410–£825 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.
Working in Plymouth
Plymouth has the full mix of premises that need cooling and heating: offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, clinics and technical rooms.
We work across Plymouth's postcode districts, including PL2 and PL4. Nearby, we also cover Paignton (about 41 km), Newton Abbot (about 41 km) and St Austell (about 45 km). Many buildings have a mix of older and newer systems, so we record each one separately and nothing is missed.
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
- Quote for any recommended improvements
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
Local guide prices for Plymouth
These guide prices are adjusted for the South West, where labour and access costs run about 4% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £410–£825 | £492–£990 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £725–£1,500 | £870–£1,800 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,295–£3,050 | £1,554–£3,660 | 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.
Local points to consider
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Plymouth 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.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Typical premises in Plymouth
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Common questions from businesses in Plymouth
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Plymouth?
In Plymouth, guide prices are around £410–£3,050 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £410–£825 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Paignton, Newton Abbot and St Austell?
Yes. Alongside Plymouth, we also cover Paignton, Newton Abbot and St Austell. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Plymouth?
All of them, including PL2 and PL4. 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.
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.
Need TM44 air conditioning inspections in Plymouth?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.