PAT Testing
Services in South Wales
Professional Portable Appliance Testing for businesses, landlords, and commercial properties. Keep your workplace safe and compliant with certified PAT testing across Cardiff, Newport, Swansea and South Wales.
PAT Testing Services Across South Wales
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is the process of checking electrical appliances for safety through a combination of visual inspection and electrical testing. While not a legal requirement in itself, employers and landlords have a duty of care to ensure electrical equipment is safe to use.
At Megalec Electrical Solutions, we provide efficient, thorough PAT testing for offices, shops, restaurants, factories, landlord properties, schools, and any workplace with portable electrical equipment. Our testing is carried out by NAPIT approved electricians using calibrated test equipment.
We serve businesses across Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend, Caerphilly and all of South Wales. We can test during or outside business hours to minimise disruption, and provide full documentation including pass/fail labels and certificates.
Why PAT Testing Matters
Safety, compliance, and peace of mind
Legal Duty of Care
Employers must ensure electrical equipment is safe. PAT testing demonstrates you've taken reasonable steps to comply with health and safety law.
Prevent Electrical Fires
Faulty appliances are a leading cause of workplace fires. PAT testing identifies damaged cables, faulty plugs, and insulation failures before they cause fires.
Insurance Compliance
Many insurance policies require evidence of regular PAT testing. Without it, claims related to electrical faults may be rejected.
Protect Staff & Visitors
PAT testing protects employees, customers, and visitors from electric shock caused by faulty portable appliances.
Cost-Effective Testing
We offer competitive per-appliance pricing with volume discounts. Testing is quick – most appliances take just 2-3 minutes each.
Full Documentation
Every tested appliance receives a pass/fail label. You get a complete register of all tested items with results and recommendations.
Our PAT Testing Process
Efficient, thorough, minimal disruption
Appliance Inventory
We create or update a register of all portable appliances on your premises, categorising them by type and risk level.
Visual Inspection
Each appliance is visually inspected for damage to cables, plugs, casings, and any signs of overheating or wear.
Electrical Testing
Using calibrated PAT testing equipment, we perform earth continuity, insulation resistance, and functional safety tests.
Label & Certificate
Pass/fail labels are applied to each appliance. You receive a full test register and certificate for your records.
Appliance Inventory
We create or update a register of all portable appliances on your premises, categorising them by type and risk level.
Visual Inspection
Each appliance is visually inspected for damage to cables, plugs, casings, and any signs of overheating or wear.
Electrical Testing
Using calibrated PAT testing equipment, we perform earth continuity, insulation resistance, and functional safety tests.
Label & Certificate
Pass/fail labels are applied to each appliance. You receive a full test register and certificate for your records.
Why Choose Megalec for PAT Testing?
PAT testing should be carried out by someone competent who understands electrical safety. As NAPIT approved electricians, we don’t just run automated tests – we apply professional judgement to identify genuine safety issues and provide practical advice.
Service Areas Across South Wales
Available throughout Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend & surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
PAT testing itself isn’t specifically required by law. However, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require employers to maintain electrical equipment in a safe condition. PAT testing is the recognised way to demonstrate compliance.
Frequency depends on the environment and equipment type. Offices typically need testing every 2-4 years, construction sites every 3 months, and landlord properties at each change of tenancy. We advise based on your situation.
We charge per appliance with volume discounts. Typical rates are £1.50-£3 per item depending on quantity. A small office with 30-50 appliances might cost £80-£150. We provide quotes based on your estimated appliance count.
Each appliance takes approximately 2-3 minutes to test. A typical office with 50 appliances can be completed in 2-3 hours. Larger premises may require a full day. We work efficiently to minimise disruption.
Failed appliances are labelled as failed and should be taken out of use until repaired or replaced. We can often repair simple faults like damaged plugs or cables on the spot. We’ll advise on each failed item.
Yes, we provide PAT testing for landlord properties, HMOs, and rental portfolios. We can coordinate testing with EICR inspections for efficiency. Landlords have a duty to ensure appliances provided are safe.
Need PAT Testing in South Wales?
Keep your workplace safe and compliant. Contact Megalec for professional PAT testing across South Wales.