PAT testing in Westbourne
Book PAT testing in Westbourne through MX2 Electrical. You leave with each tested portable appliance marked, together with the written findings.
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Appliance testing rates
Our pricing structure is clear and upfront. The total cost reflects the time required on site to access, visually inspect, and electrically test your equipment collection.
From £70 an hour
from £70 an hour
Included when agreed
- Visual check of plugs, flexes, casings and on-off switches
- Electrical tests on portable appliances that can be reached and switched on
- A written result for each item we test
- A pass or fail mark on the appliance itself
- A short talk at the end about anything that failed or could not be reached
Ways to pay
- Pay by bank
- Bank transfer
- The rate covers testing accessible plug-in appliances, applying pass or fail tags, and issuing a completed equipment register.
- The overall charge varies with the quantity of appliances to be checked and how easily equipment can be reached across your premises.
- Repairs to damaged plugs, replacement appliances, or fixed installation works are quoted separately before any additional tasks begin.
- Current labour rate: £70 per hour.
- Materials, specialist equipment and larger project work are confirmed separately before they go ahead.
PAT testing across Westbourne
We serve Westbourne from our base in Poole.
What happens on the day
Our appliance testing visits follow an established process from initial inspection to final reporting. We work through each item methodically to cause minimal disruption to your daily routine.
- Visual examinationWe inspect the external casing, cable flex, cord grip, and plug pins of every accessible appliance. This visual check catches obvious hazards such as frayed wires, cracked bodies, taped joints, and incorrect fuse ratings.
- Instrument testingUsing calibrated test meters, we carry out earth continuity and insulation resistance measurements on portable equipment. These instrument tests verify that internal wiring remains intact and poses no electrical shock hazard.
- Identification tagsEvery checked unit receives a durable pass or fail tag displaying the test date and reference details. This clear identification helps staff, tenants, and visitors spot which appliances have been verified for ongoing use.
- Handover discussionBefore departing, we review the completed equipment register with you and highlight any units that failed testing. We explain why an item did not pass so you can arrange to take it out of rotation or replace it.
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Why choose MX2 Electrical
You see the price before you call
Starting prices for the common jobs are published on this site, not held back until someone visits.
Registered work, certificated properly
MX2 Electrical is NAPIT registered, and notifiable work is notified through that registration.
The fault gets found before the repair gets priced
Testing establishes what is actually wrong rather than replacing parts in sequence.
- Reviews
- 101
- Rating
- 4.9
- Trading since
- 2024
“With over 20 years in the trade behind us, we are a fully qualified, NAPIT registered team covering Poole and the Dorset area, domestic and commercial. We turn up when we say we will, explain what needs doing before we do it, and leave the place as we found it.”
Mohsen Nazari, MX2 Electrical
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WhatsAppWhat is PAT testing?
PAT testing is the inspection and electrical checking of portable equipment that plugs into mains sockets, such as kettles, power tools, extension reels, and computers. We inspect the physical parts, test earthing and insulation, and record the results on a written schedule.
How is portable appliance testing priced?
Pricing is based on an hourly labour rate covering the time needed on site to test and tag your appliances. The total cost depends on the number of items and how accessible they are across your rooms.
What happens if an appliance fails the test?
If an appliance fails, we apply a fail tag immediately and inform you on site so the item can be taken out of service. Any repairs or replacements are treated as separate jobs if you wish us to carry out remedial work.
Do you test appliances in residential properties in Westbourne?
Yes. We test portable equipment in domestic homes, garden rooms, workshops, and rental flats throughout Westbourne, West Cliff, and Alum Chine, helping landlords and homeowners verify electrical items.
Does appliance testing cover my consumer unit or wall sockets?
No. Appliance testing covers plug-in portable items only. Fixed electrical installations, including socket outlets, lighting circuits, and consumer units, are evaluated separately through an electrical installation condition report.