Providing PAT testing in the North East of England since 2009

Giving you peace of mind that your electrical equipment is safe and you remain compliant

5.0

Based on 108 reviews

roses dad

12:19 10 Jan 21

We have our annual PAT Testing completed each year by DRA PAT Testing and the service provided is to the highest of quality and standards.From Richard the boss to Rob the tester who came to my home to test our equipment. was friendly, polite and extremely efficient in their job updating us on the equipmentWould highly recommend DRA PAT Testing and we will continue to use them for years to come. Or until we retire, and then we can drink Meade talking to Odin about world domination.

Raymond Grimes

16:05 18 Dec 20

Very professional company. Always gives reminder of inspections due. Very courteous staff - Rob - no problems, ever.

Benjamin Hedley

18:04 11 Dec 20

Managed to fit me in last minute. Great service. Friendly and Professional.

Chris Bowman

11:06 08 Dec 20

I have used the services of DRA PAT testing for several years and have always found them to be courteous, professional in the delivery of their services and friendly to deal with. I highly recommend them.

Joe Wood

14:27 03 Dec 20

DRA PAT- thoroughly professional service, great communication and flexibility around our opening hours. A very pleasant engineer conducting the testing. Would use again for further PAT.

WhitleyBay BigLocal

16:44 27 Nov 20

PAT testing carried out on all electricals in out large community building!Great Service! Cheers

Amy Young

14:15 17 Nov 20

As always, an excellent and reliable service. Due to covid19 guidelines we only had certain times available but Richard was more than accommodating and offered an alternative suggestion which meant we were able to get the whole school PAT tested, which we are so grateful for. Thank you!

Samuel Zahn

00:42 06 Nov 20

Highly recommend DRA Pat testing! Excellent and reliable service from start to finish. Fantastic rates too. Will definitely use them again for all our PAT testing.

Alison Hogarth

18:32 04 Nov 20

Amazing service and communication. Would highly recommend.

Lauren Woods

15:32 03 Nov 20

DRA PAT testing - used them to carry out PAT testing at the supported accommodation that I work at. Friendly and efficient service - flexible with time. Full PPE used to follow guidelines. We will be a returning customer again next year.

Alastair Barclay

22:20 27 Oct 20

Absolutely fantastic, professional service carried out for PAT testing. Communication was prompt and efficient from start to finish. Would 100% recommend to others.

Phil Lay

07:52 26 Oct 20

As always - very professional - great coms' - prompt - got on with the job in hand - as little disruption as possible,Would highly recommend.

Kathryn Ramsay

09:45 23 Oct 20

The team were great. Gave me good honest advice and a very competitive price for my PAT test. They were extremely helpful and very friendly. Would recommend to anyone, couldn't thank them enough for being so helpful!

Jan Ware

07:46 22 Oct 20

Derek Hunter

05:49 19 Oct 20

We contacted DRA to have some of our equipment tested for a job which was urgent. DRA couldn’t of helped anymore and were there the same day to ensure we could carryout our project.Great service and will continue to use for all our PAT testing requirements.

Sarah Smith

16:25 07 Oct 20

Really prompt clear communication and reasonable rates. Very happy customer.

Nigel Todd

13:23 07 Oct 20

Very reliable and easy to work with, as well very professional. We would recommend DRA for PAT tests.

Lara Langdon

07:57 24 Sep 20

Extremely professional and provided exceptional service. When asked a question on something they didn't cover, Richard introduced us to someone who could, which was above and beyond what I expected. I would certainly recommend them.

Lyndsey Everett

21:02 21 Sep 20

Easy to arrange PAT testing service from DRA PAT testing. The team were very friendly and reliable and completed the work with minimum disruption. We would highly recommend them to other businesses.

Richard Lawson

16:11 17 Sep 20

Proffessional, kept us updated all the way through, and we're very responsive, done the job when they said they would , thanks The Sun Studio and Swalwell barbers.

Beth Brown

10:14 15 Sep 20

Excellent customer service, professional on site and great service.

Lucy Davidson

15:12 10 Sep 20

Thank you so much DRA PAT Testing. The process to book testing, was very easy, and Richard could fit in the exact time frame we had. The tester had spare parts and was very professional and efficient, I gave him a quick tour of the building, and the testing was done promptly. Great value, and respectful of covid guidelines. I would highly recommend and we will be using DRA Testing in a years time.

Empire Professional Education Ltd

08:39 10 Aug 20

Vish Vedhara

21:31 07 Aug 20

Used Richard at DRA last couple of years for PAT testing on HMO property. Very professional and reliable which is what you need and even despite the challenges presented by Covid 19. Recommend

Lesley Hunter

09:43 06 Aug 20

PAT testing - excellent service and highly recommend

Neil

11:39 04 Aug 20

Very professional and efficient team with excellent rates. Highly recommend.

Ross Gibson

14:05 24 Jul 20

Great Service throughout, highly recommend this company for your PAT Testing.

Graeme Edwards

08:19 20 Jul 20

Excellent service, arrived on time, personable, friendly, and quick. Certificate arrived quickly. Highly recommend.

Rob Platt

21:01 03 Jul 20

Been using DRA for pat tests for a few years now. Always a good service at a reasonable price.

richard dell

14:12 08 Jun 20

Third year we have used DRA PAT Testing and very happy with the service provided at a competitive price. Everything went smoothly including communication about having to postpone and rearrange due to C19 shutdown. Will keep with this trusted service.

Lisa Hodges

13:28 26 May 20

Definately recommend , they were on time, and very professional. Worked through our office very quickly. The final invoice was a pleasant surprise too so great value for money.

Service Cavendish

08:37 18 Apr 20

Efficient Service, Quality advice and reports, courteous and professional approach. Would recommend and will use again. Richard was very knowledgeable and considerate to the working environment.

Matt Davison

19:25 16 Apr 20

Highly recommend Richard and his company. Completed our PAT testing without any disruption. Will be using every year from now on.

Sarah Meggeson-Evans

18:17 06 Apr 20

Job done quickly and efficiently. Great customer service, highly recommended!

Mona Attarpour

10:19 06 Apr 20

Thank you so much Richard! Richard arranged and kindly did PAT Testing for all the equipment in my clinic, he attended perfectly on time, made sure it's arranged around the time I can be free. He even had spare parts and just changed them for me straightaway. He is very genuine, professional and kind. Great value in compare with other companies and very trustworthy. I've already asked him to book me in for my next PAT Testing and I definitely recommend him.

Juliette Hall

09:26 02 Apr 20

Service with a smile! We have always received a professional service at good rates, the after care is great too.

Keith Spedding

14:08 01 Apr 20

Always had excellent service from Richard at DRA, He's looked after a rental property we have for years now, and always turns up on time and does a great job. Highly recommend him!

Joanne Hogarth

12:58 01 Apr 20

Recently had the whole school tested, great value for money, excellent service, can highly recommend

CES Office

11:47 01 Apr 20

Very helpful and good value for money. Very professional company.

Katie Todd

08:13 01 Apr 20

Great service, used this company for a few years running and we are never disappointed. Very friendly and professional, we happily recommend to others and will continue to use then in the future

David wake

20:30 31 Mar 20

I've used Richard for the last 4 years, always sends reminders and is very competitive price wise. Nothing is a hassle and I'd recommend him for any work in his field.

Laura Palmer

19:46 31 Mar 20

We used DRA last year for the first time for our PAT testing, they were very proffesional, polite and friendly, so much so we recommended them to the company next door, who have had their PAT testings also carried out by PAT. We are more than happy to continue to use their services annually, and would recommend to all. They also offer other services including full wiring tests.

Euan Preston

19:29 31 Mar 20

DRA has looked after my company's PAT testing for a number of years. They always send a reminder when our test is due, work quickly and efficiently and to a very high standard. Friendly, affordable and reliable.

galaxy74656

19:20 31 Mar 20

Been using DRA since we opened our business in 2018. Great service, always professional and reliable.

Michael Murden

15:59 15 Feb 20

Charlotte

20:35 06 Feb 20

Great service, very quick and easy to book. Very understanding when I needed more things testing than originally expected. Friendly and chatty staff. Will definatley be using them again.

Debs Hug

11:21 23 Dec 19

Richard and team completed our PAT testing last week in lightning speed; punctual, polite, great value and very efficient - I highly recommend DRA Electricals.

Hannah Gilroy

09:23 21 Nov 19

Very efficient service and good value. I would recommend them to anyone! Thank you.

sabrina harris

12:37 01 Oct 19

used DRA Pat testing again this year, they even came in early to avoid any office disruption. Trustworthy and reliable as always

Caroline Lamb

08:11 12 Sep 19

We used DRA Pat testing for the first time recently, they were very competitively priced and very professional. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone in the future and have already arranged next years PAT test to be done by them. Thanks very much for making this a quick and painless process. Oakenclough Buildings Ltd.

Andrew Scott

16:33 05 Sep 19

I turned up unannounced, and without a word of complaint my PAT testing was done on the spot. Then certificate was emailed to me before I even arrived home. And the charge was memorably small! So please count me among your fans, DRA.

george fairweather

16:45 20 Aug 19

I have known Richard since he set up and developed our Seaham Harbour website some 8 years ago.He managed the website for a number of years before he trained me and another member of our U3A to manage it ourselves.I’m pleased to say he still has overall control and we can always contact him if we encounter any problems.We haven’t had many problems but when we do Richard is very helpful and approachable, taking on the problem if we can’t solve it out ourselves.info@seahamharbourU3A

Sarah Stephenson

10:11 02 Aug 19

DRA provided an efficient and professional service for our PAT testing. They managed to work around everyone in the office and didn't cause any inconvenience. We definately have no hesitation of using their services on an ongoing basis.

Richard Cozens

12:17 27 Jun 19

DRA have proved to be very professional and efficient for our PAT testing. DRA are happy to facilitate the flexibility of service required for a busy vet practice and their engineers are both courteous and friendly. We are happy to recommend.

Joyce Winder

09:29 12 Jun 19

Prompt, efficient and friendly service for the small job I needed doing. Thanks!

Cheryl Nyberg

15:35 10 Jun 19

We've been using DRA for years now and the service is always good. The staff are courteous and helpful and the work is done at a reasonable price.

Clare Lewis

09:12 21 May 19

We always use DRA Electricals for our surgery. Very professional service. Highly recommend them.

MEXICATESSEN MX

21:05 07 May 19

Very fast and reliable service. Friendly team.

Mal Graeme

20:19 07 May 19

We came across DRA last year having been recommended to use them for our office PAT testing. We obtained a number of quotes and DRA were the most competitive. They duly completed the work. Found their service exemplary. We were duly contacted by Richard this year 4 weeks ahead of our renewal date to remind us that the PAT testing was due for renewal. We had no hesitation in asking his firm to complete the work. They have been out and we are compliant for another 12 months. They provide a great service and would highly recommend. They politely remind you when the testing is due for renewal so you are always protected.

Duncan Baxter

19:14 24 Apr 19

Have used DRA PAT testing for a number of years now, he is throughly knowledgeable about the job, whether testing normal or highly specialised equipment, is punctual and efficient and won't place any unnecessary extras or time onto the job. He supplies an excellent service and will be using him again in the future.

Mitchell Coates

07:03 17 Apr 19

NTE Limited

14:49 09 Apr 19

Very prompt and efficient service. We will definitely use DRA PAT Testing in the future.

Accruent Kykloud

13:35 09 Apr 19

We always use DRA Electricals for our office. I would highly recommend these guys to any business. Very professional service and friendly! We had our PAT Testing done. Thanks guys.

Steve Matthews

10:49 18 Jun 18

Would Highly recommend Richard as he provides a Very prompt & professional service.

Margaret Bickle

19:56 27 Apr 18

Thank you for your efforts at Wallsend SNU Spiritualist Church during the PAT Testing. Your were efficient, polite and very informative. You even replaced a plug top for us that was broken which saved us replacing it ourselves. Would happily recommend you to anyone looking for their own PAT Testing.

Objectiv

11:15 25 Apr 18

Consistently excellent service. Thanks Richard.

Jill Roe

11:57 19 Apr 18

Our Fixed Wiring test was done promptly and competitively. Thank you.

Albert Leslie

13:21 18 Apr 18

Very professional.prompt ,reliable service .All work completed in the specified time .Richard is very polite and explains everything .Used DRA for a few years now and would highly recommend to anyone.Good PAT testing companies are very hard to come by.Excellent all round....

helen murray

09:29 16 Apr 18

Richard was great at arranging PAT testing at our veterinary surgery. We were really busy and Richard managed to test all our devices without disruption. He was very patient working around our consults and was really helpful. Hope to see you next year

TORRO Genuine Leather Accessories

09:29 06 Apr 18

Professional and quick service provided by Richard at DRA PAT Testing. Would not hesitate to recommend! 5*.

extreme Larsen

20:05 12 Mar 18

Prompt, efficient service at a good price . Will definitely use again. Highly recommend.

Yvo FOWP

10:22 24 Feb 18

I contacted Richard, having been let down by another PAT Testing service provider. Richard very quickly replied to my email and we agreed a suitable date and time to visit my property. Richard turned up as promised and was professional, polite and very prompt in providing the test details/certification after his visit. Richard is very personable and reliable and I shall be contacting him again for future testing.

Craig Wilkinson

18:45 22 Feb 18

Excellent as always! Richard does my PAT testing on a regular basis, and is prompt, efficient and friendly. Invoice and certification are provided quickly, and any problems are dealt with by Richard during the process. highly recommend!

Ruth Lee

23:38 25 Jan 18

Excellent service. I emailed Richard for a quote on Sunday, he responded quickly and his price was competitive. He came to my home first thing on Tuesday morning and PAT tested my items. Richard was quick to provide the invoice and certificates for my records. I would definatley recommend Richard.

Angela Simpson

09:20 23 Nov 17

i2media Ltd have used DRA PAT Testing in the past and as always the service is professional, unobtrusive and responsive to the needs of our company. Richard is friendly and knowledgeable and always willing to offer practical advice without being pushy.Would highly recommend and use again.

Shaun Murray

12:46 22 Nov 17

Great Service quick and effective.

Garry Haire

11:13 16 Nov 17

Excellent service

Heaton Catering Equipment Ltd

10:20 01 Feb 17

Very competitive but more importantly brilliant service and advice. Would recommend this company for any PAT testing requirements

Simon Penaluna

19:02 09 Jun 16

First class service as usual and we have no hesitation in recommending Richard.

catherine round

12:23 14 May 16

We have used DRA PAT Testing for a couple of years now. Richard provides a professional service with competitive rates. We would have no hesitation in recommending their services

Duncan Baxter

13:49 18 Nov 15

I used DRA PAT testing to test all of my professional audio equipment, I was attracted by the price and the excellent reviews I had heard from many others in my field. He was highly competitive on price, he arrived and showed an amazing amount of customer service compared to others I had used previously, he was more than happy to offer free advice and went above and beyond what i have had before with other companies, such as explaining correct fuse ratings, proper earthing etc. I have already booked him for next year and will certainly be recommending him to all my friends and associates.

steve metcalfe

08:39 09 Jan 15

First rate service from Richard and team. Quick efficient service at a time to suit the customer. I totally recommend this company. All best wishes for 2015.Steve Metcalfe, Steve`s Animal Ark.

Jem Campling

16:03 29 Dec 14

Having contacted DRA Electrical in respect of our office PAT Testing requirements, we found them to be a very professional company, who were willing to fit-in with our short-notice requirements. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services.

CCN Ltd

12:56 17 Dec 14

We have used DRA PAT Testing for a couple of years now. Richard provides a professional service with competitive rates. We will be using them for our PAT testing requirements next year and would have no hesitation in recommending their services.

Shannon Burns

12:04 16 Dec 14

Richard provided a fast and efficient service, servicing all of our office equipment in a matter of hours at no inconvenience to ourselves. Very friendly!!

Helen Thompson

13:50 15 Dec 14

I have been calling on the services of DRA PAT Testing for several years and have always received an excellent service from Richard. Reliable, trustworthy and will always go the extra mile to make the service as convenient as possible for the client. I would highly recommended the company for all of your PAT testing needs.

Graeme Tennick

12:13 15 Dec 14

Fantastic, friendly and reliable service. Would thoroughly recommend and we will definitely be using again.

Julie Moorhouse

10:48 15 Dec 14

Richard provided a fast and efficient service, servicing all of our office equipment in a matter of hours at no inconvenience to ourselves. He'll even let you know when your PAT tests are due again so you dont even have to remember yourself!

Corinna Thorburn

07:36 15 Dec 14

I contacted Richard for PAT testing of 1 item only as we are a small business which was home based. Richard was more than happy to come to our home; he was punctual, courteous and very reasonably priced. I am happy to recommend Richard and will be using his services all the more now that we have expanded into our own business premises.C ThorburnCompany DirectorCordale Industrial Services

Mrs A

13:52 12 Dec 14

Thank you DRA PAT Testing for reliable, competitive and professional service. We've used DRA for our last 2 PAT tests. We will be using them again in 2015. We have used many companies during our 15 years of trading & DRA are the only company we have used again. Richard is easy to talk to and reassuring, he comes into our salon and gets on with the PAT test with no disruption to us or our clients.We would recommend DRA to all businesses who require PAT testing.Thank you again, Newcastle Treatment Rooms, Heaton.

Victoria O'wellen

13:38 12 Dec 14

We used DRA pat testing at work for the 2nd year running and found there service to be affective and efficient as ever.Without doubt we would recommend this company to other local business out there.The rates are very competitive and they organise a time and date around you and the needs of the business, with minimal disruption to your working day.Keep up the good work

Gill Robinson

12:51 12 Dec 14

Very efficient, with minimum disruptions.

Paul Trotter

12:30 12 Dec 14

Great service and price from DRA! Will definitely use you again next year.

Heliguy Customer Service

12:27 12 Dec 14

Very professional service, quick response to our request and reasonable rates. Thank you Richard!

Sarah Grant

10:01 11 Sep 14

Fast, efficient, friendly and professional - would use again.

Samantha Wright

16:00 10 Sep 14

Realised I needed items PAT testing before my son went to Uni. Contacted DRA and he managed to fit us in quickly. great job, with very short notice. thanks

Peter Hunt

08:52 22 May 14

DRA do all of our PAT testing across two sites and they're always punctual, efficient and competitively priced. Never let us down over the years, would recommend to anyone!

Barbara Ellis

16:00 12 May 14

I have never thought I would need to have electrical equipment tested as it is all very new but now realise when working with the public it is essential. Having spoken to a number of companies, I was impressed by DRA with their knowledge and experience. I was able to arrange a convenient appointment time and the service, was very cost effective. I now have my certificates which will help with insurance. I received my paperwork electronically on completion and we were advised by Richard on frequency of testing and will definitely be using DRA again in the future.

Nick Redpath

13:03 10 Sep 13

We have used Richard at DRA for our PAT testing for the last 3 years. He provides an excellent, flexible services at great rates. The documentation and records are in electronic format and easy to use..As a Health & Safety Group, we also recommend Richard to our Member Companies without hesitation.

Snappy Shack

11:19 09 Sep 13

We use DRA to PAT Test all our electrical equipment. Having spoken to a number of companies previously, DRA was by far the most helpful, with a convenient appointment time that was efficiently adhered to, cost effective service and swift provision of paperwork upon completion.We were professionally advised by Richard on frequency of testing and will definitely be using DRA again in the future.

Wendy Mantle

09:46 02 Sep 13

We used DRA for our PAT testing; we found their service to be excellent - the price was spot on, the work rate very high and customer service very good. Plus; they were the only company I spoke to that discussed frequency with me, and offered options other than annual - this was a really good part of the service - we'll use DRA Electricals for all our PAT Testing in the future. Plus they were able to arrange our fixed wiring to be inspected too.

Anthony Stringer

15:10 30 Aug 13

As a singer, performing in various venues across the North East & elsewhere, my equipment has to be PAT tested to fulfill the venues' requirements and of course to ensure it can be used safely. I have used PAT Test North East for the last 4 years and will continue to do so as the service is second-to-none and pricing very competitive. I would not hesitate to recommend their services.

Paul Coulson

14:35 28 Aug 13

We operate several mobile discos, and use PAT Test North East every year for our testing. The testers are always smart and come equipped with all the tools they need and fountains of knowledge.As a business we are always looking for cost efficiency, and PAT Test North East are very competitive with the pricing, and well worth using year on year.Thank you to Richard and team, We'll always have the kettle on for you.

Cindy Bettcher

13:34 28 Aug 13

Richard has carried out our PAT testing for the past 3 years & I would go no further. He is pleasant, reliable & professional at all times & even reminds when it needs to be done.

Samantha Elliott

13:28 28 Aug 13

Having our PAT Testing completed by Richard was simple, easy and extremely cost effective. We've used his services two years running now and look forward to bringing him back next year.

Colin Bell

12:28 28 Aug 13

My company (Scat (Europe) Ltd has received great service from PAT Test North East. We have used their services several times over the past few years and they are very professional and reliable and all testing is done for a very competitive cost.I have also found the company to be very flexible when tight working deadlines meant that we were unable to halt production when the testing was due. They were very happy to fit their testing around us which was very much appreciated.I would therefore highly recommend PAT test North East.

Charles. Bond

11:28 28 Aug 13

used the services of Richard on several occasions, very obliging and reasonable

Paul Comber

11:26 28 Aug 13

I own a mobile disco with approximately 100 electrical items and DRA takes care of all my PAT needs. Venues and customers alike are increasingly requesting that disco equipment is PAT tested. It is therefore extremely important to ensure my gear is regularly tested to ensure my income and reputation is maintained, and equally it is important to ensure my equipment is safe to use! I have always received exceptional service and value for money from DRA. I find Richard Ayre to be extremely helpful, polite and professional. I would not hesitate to recommend DRA to anyone.

PAT testing North East

DRA PAT Testing: providing a specialist PAT testing service in the North East of England

DRA PAT Testing Ltd is the North East‘s leading (electrical) PAT testing company with more 5 star reviews on Google than any other electrical testing company.

With over 10 years experience of testing electrical equipment in the workplace we have developed a system to guarantee you minimal disruption, with sensible guidance and peace of mind that not only do your appliances maintain safety standards but you remain complaint with the legal regulations at all times.

We have hands-on experience of businesses of all sizes and types from people working from home, to large offices, salons, doctors surgeries, schools, hotels and so on; so whatever you do we can help.

We are able to test all types of electrical equipment including 110v, 230v, 415v and three-phase with plugs or industrial adaptors, integrated kitchen appliances where the plug can’t be accessed and electrical equipment wired directly into the mains supply.

We are also able to provide you with other electrical testing including fixed wiring inspections (EICR), emergency lighting, fire alarm testing and thermal image surveys, all carried out by our NICEIC registered electrical inspector.

We are a small but experienced team, qualified, PAT testing expert trained and competent with CSCS, DBS, Police checks, PATTA registered and CHAS accredited. We cover all of the North East of England from the top of Northumberland to Middlesbrough and County Durham from our Newcastle upon Tyne base.

Map of the North East of England showing the locations we cover for PAT testing

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Our North East PAT testing clients include

The National Trust – we currently do PAT testing for the National Trust at various North East sites including their Newcastle upon Tyne local office, and Cragside House and Gardens at Rothbury in Northumberland. We have been working with the trust since 2015.

Subway – We do PAT testing at 12 Subway branches from Gateshead to Middlesbrough. Working in fast food outlets like this require a degree of flexibility on our part; often with early starts to get done before shops open, or waiting for staff to finish serving customers before we can step in to do our job.

Hilton Garden Hotel – we carry out the PAT testing for the Hilton Garden hotel owned by Sunderland AFC situated within the grounds of the Stadium of Light in SR1 3HP. We first did this hotel in 2020, working to strict Covid restrictions at the height of the pandemic.

Durham Constabulary – we have been working with County Durham‘s Police force since 2015, and have to visit every station and owned building on a regular basis. This project has been structured so it’s on a rolling retest period, with the force’s buildings placed in 3 blocks, each done every 3 years for most appliances, although we do have to visit some sites annually. This project includes the Head Office at Aykley Heads in DH1 5TS.

North East of England Chamber of Commerce – as members of the NECC we have retained this contract since we took it on in 2014. We currently do the testing in all the chamber’s offices including Durham, Newcastle and Middlesbrough.

Jackson Hogg Recruitment – is a high end recruitment agency based in Newcastle Upon Tyne NE6 3QS. We do the testing for their office IT and home-workers equipment on an annual basis.

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Free Repairs & Parts

Plugs get damaged or the wrong fuse gets fitted; if we find a fault or repair that's needed we do it automatically, nearly always without charge

Prompt PAT Test Certificates

We issue PAT testing Certificates within 5 days of the job completing; same day certificates can be arranged if you're really in a hurry

Free Cable Tidying

Plugs and wires get messy in and around desks; some companies charge extra to sort them out - we do it automatically as we go to improve safety and efficiency

What is PAT testing and why do you need it?

PAT testing is a process that we carry out on electrical equipment to make sure it is safe to continue using, so that it complies with legal regulations. The process involves an inspection of the plug, fuse, cable and outer casing of the appliance to check for wear and tear, correct use, etc. and electrical tests using a PAT tester machine to check for internal faults in the earthing and insulation.

At any point during the inspection there may be a need for the engineer to carry out repairs so that the appliance will pass PAT testing; if this is necessary we will do it automatically. If something can’t be repaired then it would be deemed too dangerous to continue using and would fail the test; we’d then advice you what can be done with it.

PAT testing is carried out on appliances fitted with a plug (or industrial adaptor) that can be easily disconnected from the mains power socket. Integrated electrical appliances such as fridges in a kitchen are included in the inspection even when the plug can’t be accessed.

You need to get PAT testing done so that you comply with UK workplace regulations for health and safety; a duty holder for the business is responsible for ensuring equipment is safe to use and continues to be so. Regular PAT tests are recognised as the best and most efficient way of confirming electrical equipment is safe; especially as you will get a Certificate to confirm it.

Find out more about our electrical testing services or contact us for a no obligation PAT testing quotation.

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What our customers say

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Excellent, friendly and efficient service. We have a lot of staff that work flexibly and Richard was happy to pop back at a later date to test their equipment which we hadn’t initially mentioned. Would recommend DRA to any organisation that needs appliance testing carried out.

Jackson Hogg Recruitment, Newcastle

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These guys were recommended to us and they came in recently to do the PAT Testing. The service was first class and report very professionally presented in an easy to understand format. It is rare I give 5 stars in a review however in this case it is thoroughly deserved and would recommend DRA PAT Testing Limited to any organisation

Dacon Fabrication

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Thank you so much DRA PAT Testing. The process to book testing was very easy, and Richard could fit in the exact time frame we had. The tester had spare parts and was very professional and efficient. Great value, and respectful of covid guidelines. I would highly recommend and we will be using DRA Testing in a years time.

Nesma Marketing

✅ Same day PAT Test Certificates

✅ Free remedial repairs and replacement parts

✅ Experienced PAT testing engineers

✅ Ensures compliance with Health & Safety

✅ Ensures your insurance policy is valid

✅ Prompt reminders for retests

PAT Testing North East

We cover all of the North East of England including Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, Co. Durham, and Teesside. So whether you are in Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Middlesbrough or anywhere else we will come to you to test your electrical equipment.

Free remedial repairs
Free replacement plugs & fuses
Free guidance on retests
Unique appliance ID numbers
Data recorded in our database for life
PAT Test Certificates issued within a few days

All of North East covered
A personalised service every time
Timely reminders for retests
Optional Microwave emissions tests
Fixed appliance testing available
Discounts for fixed wiring inspections (EICR)

PAT Testing North East

If you are still unsure of what you need or who you want to work with why don’t we meet up? I am happy to come to see you to discuss your situation and show you how we can help you. Just call me direct on 07897240878 – Richard.