Is F-Gas required for all AC work?

Yes for any task that breaks into the refrigerant circuit. Applicants without it can only be considered for non-refrigerant labour.

Is this a job with Ape BMS Controls?

No. Applications go to the separate UK Gas Plumbers partner network. Ape BMS Controls continues to deliver its own BMS and controls services to customers.

Use the apply button, which opens https://app.ukgasplumbers.com. You will be asked for your trades, qualifications, insurance and the areas you cover.

Is work guaranteed once I am accepted?

No. Being accepted does not guarantee any number of jobs or any income. Work is offered when a client request matches your trade, availability and area, and you can decline it.

What evidence should I have ready for air conditioning installer work?

Typically: F-Gas Category I certificate (personal); Company F-Gas certification or working under a certified business; Vacuum pump, recovery unit and nitrogen kit. Only list qualifications you actually hold — they are checked.

Cooling & refrigeration · UK Gas Plumbers partner network

Air Conditioning Installation Subcontractors

F-Gas certified installers for split, multi-split and VRF/VRV air conditioning in offices, shops and homes.

Apply for air conditioning installer work

Typical air conditioning installer scope

If you are looking for air conditioning installer subcontract work, these are the kinds of tasks partner clients typically request. Not every task suits every engineer — you choose what you accept.

Split and multi-split installation and commissioning
VRF/VRV pipework, brazing and pressure testing
Condensate and electrical connections to manufacturer guidance

What to have ready when you apply

F-Gas Category I certificate (personal)
Company F-Gas certification or working under a certified business
Vacuum pump, recovery unit and nitrogen kit
Proof of identity, right to work in the UK and your trading details

This is a general guide, not a full or official list. The network confirms what it needs for each trade during the application.

Coverage and local context

Ape BMS Controls' own building controls engineers work across London and the Home Counties — including Eastbourne, Chelmsford, Luton, Andover and Esher. That is our customer coverage, not a promise of air conditioning installer work in those towns. When you apply, you tell the UK Gas Plumbers network which areas you can travel to, and it only offers jobs inside them.

Looking to hire rather than work? See our customer page: Air Conditioning Installer services from Ape BMS Controls.

Air Conditioning Installer subcontractor FAQs

Is F-Gas required for all AC work?: Yes for any task that breaks into the refrigerant circuit. Applicants without it can only be considered for non-refrigerant labour.
Is this a job with Ape BMS Controls?: No. Applications go to the separate UK Gas Plumbers partner network. Ape BMS Controls continues to deliver its own BMS and controls services to customers.
How do I apply?: Use the apply button, which opens https://app.ukgasplumbers.com. You will be asked for your trades, qualifications, insurance and the areas you cover.
Is work guaranteed once I am accepted?: No. Being accepted does not guarantee any number of jobs or any income. Work is offered when a client request matches your trade, availability and area, and you can decline it.
What evidence should I have ready for air conditioning installer work?: Typically: F-Gas Category I certificate (personal); Company F-Gas certification or working under a certified business; Vacuum pump, recovery unit and nitrogen kit. Only list qualifications you actually hold — they are checked.