--- title: "PAT testing in Christchurch | 4.9 Star · NAPIT · TrustMark" description: "PAT testing across Christchurch, Burton and BH23. MX2 Electrical carries public liability insurance and leaves a written result for every item tested." canonical: "https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-christchurch/pat-testing" --- # PAT testing in Christchurch > PAT testing across Christchurch, Burton and BH23. MX2 Electrical carries public liability insurance and leaves a written result for every item tested. MX2 Electrical begins PAT testing in Christchurch by looking at plugs, flexes and casings, and you leave with the outcomes written down for the items tested. ## PAT testing pricing structure Testing is charged under our clear hourly labour model, giving you straightforward costs based on the time spent on site inspecting and logging your equipment. - PAT testing: from £70 an hour; from £70 an hour - The price covers the on-site physical inspection, electrical testing and generation of the written appliance register. - Total cost depends on the total count of portable appliances, their distribution across rooms, and how easily items can be reached and switched on. - Repairs to faulty flexes, rewiring plugs or fixing building wall sockets are separate works priced independently before starting. ## PAT testing across Christchurch We serve Christchurch from our base in Poole. - Christchurch town centre - Mudeford - Burton - BH23 ## What happens on the day Every appliance test follows an orderly sequence of physical inspection and electrical measurement to identify visible wear and internal faults. ### Visual examination of cords and plugs We inspect the exterior of every appliance, checking for cracked plugs, frayed cable outer sheaths, exposed internal cores and signs of overheating around terminal pins. We also confirm that the fitted plug contains the correct fuse rating for the appliance power rating. ### Electrical instrument testing Using calibrated test equipment, we carry out earth continuity checks on earthed equipment and insulation resistance checks on insulated casings. These tests confirm that internal wiring remains sound and that protective metal parts have not become live through internal component degradation. ### Item labelling and documentation Each tested item receives a durable label showing its pass or fail status alongside the date of inspection. We record the findings in an itemised register that lists every appliance, its location in the property, and the electrical readings recorded during the visit. ## Frequently asked questions about PAT testing ### What items are included in a PAT testing visit? The test applies to standard plug-in electrical equipment. This includes kitchen appliances such as kettles, toasters, microwaves and fridges, office computers, monitors, printers, extension leads, phone chargers, portable heaters and workshop power tools. ### Is PAT testing legally required for landlords in Christchurch? Landlords have a duty to ensure that electrical equipment supplied as part of a tenancy is safe to use. While the law specifies the obligation to keep appliances safe, regular portable appliance testing provides documented evidence that items have been inspected and tested by a competent person. ### What happens if an electrical appliance fails testing? Any item that fails visual inspection or electrical safety tests is fitted with a failed label and brought to your attention. We explain why it failed so you can isolate it, remove it from use, have it repaired or replace the unit. ### Does PAT testing inspect the fixed wall sockets and wiring? No, portable appliance testing covers only the appliances and their removable or attached power cords. Testing the building's permanent wiring, sockets, lights and consumer unit requires an Electrical Installation Condition Report, which is a separate electrical service. ### How often should portable appliances be tested? Testing frequency depends on the environment, the type of equipment and how often it is handled. Construction tools and equipment used in busy workshops require more frequent checks than office IT kit or occasional domestic appliances in low-traffic rooms. ## Other services in Christchurch - [Electrician in Christchurch](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-christchurch): Electrical repairs, inspections and planned installations for homes, landlords and suitable business premises across Christchurch and BH23. - [PAT testing (all areas)](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/services/pat-testing): PAT testing in Poole from MX2 Electrical. 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