Rental properties and HMOs
Landlords in Poole, Westbourne and Bournemouth supply appliances such as fridges, washing machines and kettles. Testing confirms equipment supplied to tenants remains in safe working order.
PAT testing cost in Poole
Need electrical appliances inspected for safe ongoing use? MX2 Electrical provides PAT testing across Poole and Bournemouth to check plugs, cables, earth continuity and insulation. This NAPIT registered service covers rental properties, commercial premises and shared residential buildings throughout Ferndown and Christchurch.
MX2 Electrical
£70 per hour
Published up front and fixed once we have seen the property. What it covers is set out below.
Book PAT testing — £70What changes the price of PAT testing
Portable appliance testing is charged at an hourly rate. Total time depends on item count, access and the physical distribution of equipment across the site.
- Covers visual inspection, formal instrument testing and logging of portable and movable electrical equipment.
- Applies to appliances made accessible during the visit with clear access to plugs and sockets.
- Repairs to damaged plugs, replacement leads or remedial work to supply circuits are not included in the standard inspection time.
PAT testing prices in each town we cover
Every town we cover for this work.
| Town | Other local firms | MX2 Electrical | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Broadstone | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Wimborne Minster | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Wareham | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Parkstone | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Ferndown | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Christchurch | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Canford Heath | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Westbourne | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Andover | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Fordingbridge | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Salisbury | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Sherborne | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Weymouth | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Blandford Forum | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Swanage | — | £70 per hour | — |
| Dorchester | — | £70 per hour | — |
Other firms' figures are what they advertise publicly, not quotes for your job — use them to sanity-check what you are offered. Ours is fixed once we have seen the property.
What our price covers
Testing checks the safety of electrical equipment connected by plug and socket against current electrical safety standards.
Included
- Visual examination of plugs, flexible cables, casing and cord grips for signs of damage or overheating
- Earth continuity testing on Class I earthed appliances
- Insulation resistance testing on Class I and Class II equipment
- Inspection of internal plug wiring and correct fuse ratings
- Application of pass or fail labels to inspected items
- Complete register of tested appliances with test readings
Priced separately
- Testing of fixed electrical wiring and consumer units
- Appliance repairs or internal component fault diagnosis
- Moving heavy furniture or stock to reach inaccessible plugs
- Equipment requiring three phase supply testing unless arranged beforehand
Plan testing around the real risk
Electrical equipment deteriorates with regular use, moving and handling. Testing identifies wear before it creates shock or fire risks.
Workplaces and offices
Offices and shops around Broadstone, Ferndown and Ashley Cross use computers, heaters, extension leads and power tools that need periodic checks under workplace safety regulations.
Communal and managed blocks
Managed residential buildings in Canford Heath and Mudeford often have communal cleaners equipment, laundry rooms and maintenance tools that require regular safety records.
What happens on the day
Testing is structured to minimise disruption to your tenants, staff or visitors while each appliance is inspected and verified.
Access and item location
Please ensure items for inspection are accessible. Power to each appliance will need to be disconnected briefly during testing.
Inspection and test routine
Each item receives a thorough physical check before calibrated test instruments measure earth continuity and insulation integrity.
Label and immediate feedback
Items receive a durable label showing test status and date. Any equipment presenting an immediate electrical hazard is highlighted on the spot.
What you receive
You receive a clear equipment report confirming which appliances were tested and their electrical condition.
Appliance record
A complete inventory listing every piece of equipment inspected, its specific location within the property, and its assigned asset number.
Individual results
Detailed instrument readings for earth resistance, insulation resistance and polarity checks for every item tested.
Clear failed-item action
Specific details for any equipment that failed inspection, explaining the fault and recommending replacement, repair or removal from service.
Maintenance evidence
Formal documentation you can file for health and safety records, insurance verification, property licensing or tenancy compliance.
PAT testing price questions
How much does PAT testing cost in Poole?+
MX2 Electrical charges £70 per hour — the rate we quote from, confirmed on survey, not a lead-generation estimate.
How much is a PAT test UK?+
Our rate for this work is £70 per hour. The price moves with access, the age and condition of the existing installation, and how much making good the job leaves behind — all of which we confirm before work starts.
How much is PAT testing per item UK?+
Our rate for this work is £70 per hour. The price moves with access, the age and condition of the existing installation, and how much making good the job leaves behind — all of which we confirm before work starts.
Is PAT testing a legal requirement for my business or rental property?+
The law does not state PAT testing by name, but electricity regulations require all electrical equipment provided for work or tenancy use to be maintained in a safe condition. Testing provides clear documentary evidence that you have taken reasonable steps to prevent electrical danger.
How often should electrical equipment be inspected?+
Frequency depends on the equipment type and its environment. Frequently moved items such as extension leads or power tools require more frequent attention than stationary office equipment like desktop monitors. I evaluate the operating environment to suggest suitable inspection intervals.
Does testing require cutting the power to everything?+
Each appliance must be unplugged individually to connect test equipment. This only interrupts power to that specific item for a short period.
What happens if an appliance fails the test?+
The item is marked with a fail label, noted on the report, and should be taken out of service immediately until repaired or replaced.
Why do prices differ between towns round here?+
Local housing stock is the main reason. Victorian and Edwardian houses and conversions Older or harder-to-access properties take longer, and that time is what a quote is mostly made of.
Official PAT guidance
Official safety guidance on maintaining portable electrical appliances in commercial and residential settings.
- HSE guidance on portable appliance testingAnswers from the Health and Safety Executive on legal requirements, testing intervals and practical equipment maintenance.
- Equipment maintenance in low-risk environmentsOfficial Health and Safety Executive advice on maintaining electrical equipment safely in office and retail workplaces.
Book PAT testing with MX2 Electrical
£70 per hour, fixed once we have seen the property. No call-out charge to get a price.