TM44 air conditioning inspections in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Stay compliant in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles: TM44 air conditioning inspections arranged, recorded and followed up.
- Price and travel confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles?
In Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, guide prices are about £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. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
We cover Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles by arrangement, including Stornoway, Kirkwall and Lerwick. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include HS1, HS3, HS5, HS7, HS9, KW16, ZE1 and ZE3. For TM44 air conditioning inspections in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, we start by listing each system, its refrigerant type and charge, so you know exactly what the rules require.
We cover Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
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
Prices in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
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.
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.
What to think about in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles 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.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
- 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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles?
In Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, 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. A travel charge for Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles is quoted before the visit is booked.
Do you also cover Highland and Argyll and Bute?
Yes. Alongside Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, we also cover Highland and Argyll and Bute. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Does a TM44 include a leak check?
No. F-gas leak checks are a separate legal requirement, usually done during servicing.
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.
Get a guide price for Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Visits to Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.