PAT testing is one of the most common ways for homeowners, businesses and landlords to stay on top of safety regulations. It reduces the risk of a shock or fire, and enables you to comply with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. Electrical PAT testing involves a visual inspection and a manual check using a portable appliance tester.
We carry out these electrical tests across London and its various boroughs. Our electricians can PAT test all appliances, and will be happy to perform the work at a time that’s best for you. Whether you’re a homeowner, run a busy office, or have a tenanted property, we’re here to help.
If you know how many appliances need PAT testing, we can offer a fixed-price quote. If you only need a few appliances tested, we can also charge at a half-hourly rate if you need other electrical work done at the same time. This sometimes makes things cheaper for our customers.
It’s quite easy to understand what needs PAT testing and what doesn’t. If it has a cable and plug, and it isn’t part of a fixed wire installation, then it should be PAT tested for health and safety reasons as part of a regular maintenance plan. We often test:
PAT testing isn’t a legal requirement, but business owners and landlords are legally responsible for the safety of on-site electrical equipment. Failure to keep appliances in safe condition could lead to prosecution if an electric shock or fire happens because of a fault. Regular PAT testing is the best way to show that appliances have been checked for safety, and that you’ve met your legal obligations.
Landlords of private rental properties should have all appliances they provide PAT tested, including stationary ones like fridges and freezers. Most arrange for an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) at the same time as electrical PAT testing for simplicity.
Homeowners should get appliances tested if they’re in any doubt about how safe they are.
Regulations don’t lay out a set schedule for PAT testing. Instead, it’s up to a competent tester to recommend one for you. This will depend on:
We carry out electrical PAT testing in commercial kitchens a few times a year, whilst a low footfall office may need appliances checked every three years. If you don’t know the date of the previous test, then let us know so we can send a competent person at a time to suit you.
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An Aspect electrician will first carry out a formal visual inspection of each appliance being tested. They then insert the attached plug into their PAT testing equipment. This allows them to perform an earth bond test, quickly followed by an insulation resistance test. Each appliance takes around a minute to check, during which time it will be unplugged from the mains.
Depending on the results, we’ll either mark your appliance as having ‘passed’ or ‘failed’ the PAT test. We also give you a log of the appliances checked, and attach stickers to the plugs or cables. This makes it clear which appliances have had the combined inspection and testing procedure.
We’re fully trade accredited. Aspect is registered with NICEIC as an Approved Contractor and Domestic Installer. We're also members of the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). In addition, the Aspect Guarantee covers our tradesmen’s workmanship for up to 12 months.
When you book an Aspect electrician for electrical PAT testing, you can count on getting the professional expertise you’re looking for. The work of all our electricians is done according to British Standards (BS 7671).
We have tradespeople working in Central London and the surrounding 30-mile radius. This includes all London boroughs and extends to parts of Essex, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.
We may also be able to travel further out for some jobs. Our scheduling team will check availability and let you know if we can book the right tradesperson for you.
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