TM44 air conditioning inspections in Southport
TM44 air conditioning inspections in Southport, with the paperwork handled for you.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Southport?
In Southport, guide prices are about £385–£2,895 per building, plus VAT. A typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £385–£780 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 Southport
Southport supports a mix of high-street retail, professional offices, hospitality and light industry. Blackpool is about 19 km away.
That includes premises in PR8 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Formby, Lytham St Annes and Ormskirk. The legal duty sits with whoever controls the equipment, so tenants and landlords in Southport should agree who arranges TM44 air conditioning inspections.
Included as standard
- 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
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
Prices in Southport
These guide prices are adjusted for the North West, where labour and access costs run about 2% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £385–£780 | £462–£936 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £680–£1,395 | £816–£1,674 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,195–£2,895 | £1,434–£3,474 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
How we handle TM44 inspections in Southport
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 Southport
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Southport are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Typical premises in Southport
- 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).
Your questions answered
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Southport?
In Southport, guide prices are around £385–£2,895 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £385–£780 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Formby, Lytham St Annes and Ormskirk?
Yes. Alongside Southport, we also cover Formby, Lytham St Annes and Ormskirk. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Southport?
All of them, including PR8. 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 Southport
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.