PAT Testing for Landlords: Electrical appliances provided by a landlord as part of a tenancy agreement must maintain safety standards for continued use; the best method for ensuring this to be the case is regular portable appliance testing.
The service we offer, includes testing not only the appliances fitted with a plug but those where the plug cannot be accessed, such as washing machines, using a method called Point to Point testing.
We do this because landlords get concerned of damage to flooring from having to pull white goods out from under benches etc.
In addition to this we also check washing machines, tumble driers and dishwashers against the latest product recall notices, although we do recommend that you register all appliances you provide with a property, so that if any are recalled, you are notified promptly.
If you want to know what state the property is in, whether the tenant is looking after it, we’re also perfect for that, as tenants tend not to tidy up for us so we see it how it normally is.
Additionally we can check smoke alarms for you if you need them doing, and can recommend suppliers for fire extinguishers etc.
We recommend that appliances are tested whenever there is a change in tenant, before the tenant moves in and we will repair plugs and cable, change fuses etc. Then ideally retests should happen every 12 months to keep on top of things, or if you prefer whenever there is a change in tenant, whether sooner or later. If you choose the latter you’ll have to manage our visits.
If the property is an HMO then you’re going to need regular check ups for your license.
If this service is of interest to you get in touch with us for a PAT testing quote or to discuss your requirements, from which we can provide you with a suitable price. Our PAT testing for landlords service covers Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Co. Durham including residential lets, students, holiday homes, caravans, etc.
Landlords are required by law to:
- ensure that the electrical installation in a rented property is safe when tenants move in and maintained in a safe condition throughout its duration (including appliances)
- ensure that a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) has a periodic inspection carried out on the property every five years.
- ensure that any appliances provided are safe and have CE marking
To meet these requirements landlords will need to carry out regular safety checks to ensure the electrical installation and appliances are safe and working.
Get independent advice on electrical safety requirements for landlords from Electrical Safety First
PAT Testing for landlords: the dishwasher in this picture was a recalled by manufacturer unit; it was in a property owned by a landlord, rented out. The landlord was not aware that the dishwasher had been recalled and before this incident we had done no work for this landlord.
Luckily the tenant was at home when this happened, and was able to put out the fire; otherwise the situation could have been much worse.
Don’t take chances with your property or tenants – register all appliances you provide
We provide Portable Appliance Testing throughout the whole of Tyne and Wear including Newcastle upon Tyne, Jesmond, Gosforth, Heaton, Wallsend, North Shields, South Shields, Tynemouth, Whitley Bay, Monkseaton, Cullercoats, Seaton Deleval, Cramlington, Gateshead, Jarrow, Blaydon, Hebburn, the Boldons, Washington, Sunderland, Ryhope, Hetton le Hole, Houghton le Spring, Whickham, Ryton, Birtley, Killingworth, Backworth, Cleadon, Felling, Shiremoor, Longbenton and Seaham.
We will also travel throughout Northumberland and Co Durham – contact us for a price.