TM44 air conditioning inspections in Stafford
Get your air conditioning in Stafford 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 Stafford?
In Stafford, guide prices are about £395–£2,950 per building, plus VAT. A typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £395–£795 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.
Stafford and surrounding areas
Stafford supports a mix of high-street retail, professional offices, hospitality and light industry. Stoke-on-Trent is about 23 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Stafford include ST16. Neighbouring towns we cover include Rugeley, Cannock and Great Wyrley. Compliance visits in Stafford are booked around your opening hours and the paperwork is kept for you afterwards.
What the job covers
- 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
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
Prices in Stafford
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the West Midlands (no change from the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £395–£795 | £474–£954 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £695–£1,450 | £834–£1,740 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,250–£2,950 | £1,500–£3,540 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
What happens on a visit in Stafford
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 Stafford
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.
Working hours
Most Stafford businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Stafford
- 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.
Your questions answered
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Stafford?
In Stafford, guide prices are around £395–£2,950 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £395–£795 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Rugeley, Cannock and Great Wyrley?
Yes. Alongside Stafford, we also cover Rugeley, Cannock and Great Wyrley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Stafford?
All of them, including ST16. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
What is the penalty for not having one?
In England and Wales a £300 penalty can be issued for failing to have a valid report, enforced by local Trading Standards. Northern Ireland also sets a £300 penalty.
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 Stafford?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.