--- title: "PAT testing in Canford Heath | 4.9 Star · NAPIT · TrustMark" description: "PAT testing on Canford Heath West and in BH17. City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 electricians at MX2 Electrical note each appliance we could not reach." canonical: "https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-canford-heath/pat-testing" --- # PAT testing in Canford Heath > PAT testing on Canford Heath West and in BH17. City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 electricians at MX2 Electrical note each appliance we could not reach. For landlords, PAT testing in Canford Heath from MX2 Electrical means you keep the written result we prepare for every appliance switched on during the visit. ## PAT testing pricing structure Our rates reflect the time spent on site carrying out testing, visual examinations, and producing your documentation. The total cost reflects the number of appliances and their accessibility. - PAT testing: from £70 an hour; from £70 an hour - The hourly rate covers testing, inspection, and recording of appliances across the property. - The overall cost depends on the total count of portable items and how easily they can be reached. - Any repairs, replacement plugs, or remedial work to damaged cords are quoted separately. ## PAT testing across Canford Heath We serve Canford Heath from our base in Poole. - Canford Heath East - Canford Heath West - Adastral Road - BH17 ## What happens on the day Testing visits follow an orderly routine so every portable device is checked without causing unnecessary disruption to your working day or home routine. ### Initial equipment walkthrough We arrive at the address, meet the site contact, and walk the rooms to identify every portable appliance, extension reel, and detachable lead requiring electrical safety testing. ### Visual inspection of plugs and flexes Each unit receives an inspection covering the outer casing, cable grips, flexible cord condition, and internal plug wiring alongside checking that the correct fuse rating is fitted. ### Instrument safety testing Calibrated test instruments measure earth continuity, insulation resistance, and polarity to verify that the equipment remains safe to plug into the electrical system under load. ### Marking each tested device Every appliance receives a durable sticker stating whether it passed or failed the test, showing the test date alongside an individual identification reference number. ## Frequently asked questions about PAT testing ### What items require PAT testing? Any electrical equipment that connects to the mains supply using a flexible cable and plug requires testing. This includes office computers, desktop monitors, printers, kitchen kettles, microwaves, vacuum cleaners, extension leads, and workshop power tools. ### How often should portable appliances be tested? Testing frequency depends on the environment and how heavily the items are used. Handheld power tools on construction sites require frequent testing, while standard office computers and desk lamps usually follow longer inspection cycles. ### What happens if an appliance fails the test? Any appliance that fails either the visual inspection or instrument test is marked with a fail sticker and removed from service immediately. We explain what caused the failure, and repair work can be quoted as a separate job. ### Does PAT testing include wall sockets and lights? No, PAT testing covers plug-in portable appliances only. Fixed electrical installations, including distribution boards, light fittings, and wall sockets, are assessed through an Electrical Installation Condition Report under a separate booking. ### Do you test appliances in furnished rental properties? Yes, we regularly visit rental properties across Canford Heath to test landlord-owned appliances, including washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges, and floor lamps, providing an itemised safety inventory. ## Other services in Canford Heath - [Electrician in Canford Heath](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-canford-heath): Electrical repairs, inspections and planned installation work across Canford Heath East, Canford Heath West and BH17. - [PAT testing (all areas)](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/services/pat-testing): PAT testing in Poole from MX2 Electrical. 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