What is PAT Testing and why do you need it?
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), often referred to as PAT testing, or Electrical Equipment Testing (EET), is a process of inspection and testing of electrical appliances and equipment (fitted with a plug or intended to be) to ensure they are safe for use. This involves visual inspections, as well as electronic tests using specialized equipment.
The aim of the PAT test is to identify potential hazards, fix them and ensure compliance with safety standards to protect you, your business, clients, and other users. More PAT testing information here.
Contact us to check your electrical equipment is safe and to get a PAT Testing Certificate
Not sure if your electrical equipment is safe? Need a PAT testing Certificate? Need to tick that box for insurance, health and safety etc? Need guidance on your electrical safety measures? Need your mains wiring inspection (EICR) completed? We can help.
DRA PAT Testing Ltd, founded by me, Richard Ayre, is the answer you need. We are fully professional, with a competent and friendly team dedicated to delivering high-quality electrical inspection services. We pride ourselves on offering fair prices, excellent customer service, and guaranteed satisfaction for all our clients, reflected in our hundreds of 5-star Google reviews.
Based in Newcastle upon Tyne we cover mainly the North East of England, but also throughout the UK for our clients; to help you maintain safe electrical systems.
Call our office 0191 666 1009, Whatsapp or call 07778416850, or email [email protected] to get in touch.
What our clients say about us…
Why our PAT Testing Service is the best choice you can make…
We don’t mess about – our standards are high all the time, and there’s no fuss, we keep things simple:
- PAT Testing Certificate Reports are issued quickly after the job (sometimes same day), as a PDF by email
- Reports include the electrical test readings that you need to comply with investigations (most companies don’t provide this)
- Remedial repairs are carried out automatically, and free, such as rewires, plug parts, replacement fuses and BS1363 ’13a’ plugs
- We provide guidance on retest periods, and book you in for next inspections with reminders sent nearer the time
- Thermal image checks on servers and other items that can’t be turned off
- Over 15 years experience of testing for over 1500 clients, and over 1.5 Million appliances.
All our engineers are qualified and competent; we are accredited by CHAS, members of PATTA, hold enhanced DBS and are security vetted by Durham Police.
6 Great Reasons why you should choose DRA PAT Testing
Recommended by our clients
We have more 5-star Google reviews than any other UK PAT Testing company and 70% of our new clients come from recommendations from current clients – we are experts, we are very good at what we do, and that is reflected in our standards and professional approach.
Professionalism and Reliability
Clients consistently highlight our profession and reliable nature, emphasising the thoroughness of our testing process and expertise of our engineers.
Communication and Responsiveness
We are often praised for our prompt responses to enquiries, and for keeping our clients informed throughout the process, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free experience.
Free Remedial Repairs
We believe in keeping things simple, so there’s no extra costs or hidden charges – we don’t charge for repairs, replacement plugs and fuses are included in the quoted price, so no shocks when your invoice arrives.
Timely reminders for retests
When you work with us, we work with you. Between us we put a PAT testing frequency in place that suits your business needs, and risk, book in future retests and remind you nearer the time. There’s no contracts, but we find this works well for us, and especially for you.
Value for Money
Our clients often mention the good value for money we offer, with some highlighting the competitive pricing and the all-inclusive nature of our service.
PAT Testing in the North East – Local PAT testers who exceed expectations
The North East of England is our main operational area; our office is in North Shields, and our engineers located across the region from Seaham to Sunderland to North Tyneside and Newcastle upon Tyne. We cover Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, Co Durham and Teesside. However, we also travel throughout the UK for our clients, so if you have sites elsewhere we can help you.
DRA PAT Testing have been providing electrical equipment inspection and testing services across the North East of England since our formation in 2009. We are currently leading the way in our region, showcasing how we help our clients maintain safe equipment in their workplace.
- Unlike most PAT companies, we are not a one-man-band – we have a team of experienced, qualified, competent PAT testing engineers.
- We are able to test Portable Appliances (PAT), Fixed Appliances (FAT) and mains wiring (EICR).
- You can bring equipment to us – with a full time staffed office in North Tyneside, if you have only a small number of items bring your gear here.
- Remedial repairs, such as replacement plugs and fuses are carried out free of charge.
- PAT Testing Certificate Reports are issued within 5 days of the job (usually by the end of the week), and same day certificates can be provided in special circumstances.
- We send you reminders so you never need to remember to arrange your electrical equipment testing again.