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How Much Does PAT Testing Cost?2024-04-22T20:22:58+01:00

For a complete quote please fill in our form here and we will respond within 2hrs working hours

As a guide we charge £65 site fee, which includes the first 10 items, then £1.50 per extra item.
(£65 as a minimum fee)

Discounts are available for large numbers and out of hours visits do not carry any surcharge

How Often Should I Be PAT Testing?2020-07-24T10:01:34+01:00

The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require that any electrical equipment that has the potential to cause injury is maintained in a safe condition. However, the Regulations do not specify how frequently.

The frequency of inspecting and testing electrical appliances depends on the type of equipment and the environment that the equipment is used. A good example of the frequency of which an item should be inspected: A power drill that is used daily on a construction site will need checking more often than a Kettle in a hotel room.

What Reports Will I Get With The PAT Testing?2020-07-24T10:02:26+01:00

After completed testing of all your items you will receive a report, including:

  • Detailed appliance register including result and location
  • Failed register
  • Display certificate
  • Email with test results if required
  • Pass/Fail Label applied to each appliance
Where Does PAT Testing Need to Be Done?2020-07-24T10:03:02+01:00
  • Commercial businesses
  • Industrial businesses
  • Retail environments
  • Rental properties
  • Educational institutes, schools, colleges, universities etc
  • Health care providers
  • Any environment accessible to the public
Are There Any Extra Charges?2024-04-22T20:23:51+01:00

Our Standard fee is £65 as a minimum fee plus £1.50 per item.

As long as your testing site is with in a 20 mile radius of Bristol there will be no surcharge for travel costs

  • We do not charge extra for changing fuses
  • We do not charge extra for retesting of failed items once repaired
  • We charge £5 for replacing or rewiring plugs.

Contact us for a full quote now

PARKING – please make sure that if a parking pass is required that you make this available. If metered parking is required then the cost of this will be billed to you.

Is PAT Testing a Legal Requirement?2020-07-24T10:04:39+01:00

There is a legal requirement to keep any electrical items that have the potential to cause injury maintained to a safe standard. PAT Testing ensures you are taking steps to met this legal requirement.

The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require that any electrical equipment that has the potential to cause injury is maintained in a safe condition and The Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) places such an obligation in the following circumstances:

  • Where appliances are used by employees
  • Where the general public may use appliances in establishments such as hospitals, schools, colleges, hotels, shops, universities etc
  • Where appliances are repaired
  • Where appliances are supplied or hired
Does PAT Testing Meet Insurance Requirements?2020-07-24T10:05:11+01:00

As an Employer or business owner you need to fulfil your obligations with your Insurance. PAT Testing might not be necessary to prove your legal compliance at the time you take out your insurance policy, but you may need to produce records to prove your electrical diligence if you ever need to make a claim.

How to Choose a PAT Testing Company?2020-07-24T10:05:46+01:00

Simply getting your items PAT tested is not enough, if the PAT tester does not do their job properly you are still liable. It is your responsibility to use a reputable pat testing company.
We ensure each item is tested thoroughly, old labels removed, fuses, plugs and cables checked and where possible damages repaired free of charge.
We provide you with a complete report of all testing and repairs carried out and a certificate of compliance.

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