PAT Testing
Any portable appliances in a rental property such as kettles or fridges must undergo Portable Appliance Testing. Our engineers carry out testing to prevent any faults or damage to your property or tenants, we will even remind you when retesting is required.
What Do PAT Tests include?
PAT Testing
Our engineers carry out a full survey of all portable appliances including ovens, kettles, fridges and microwaves.
PAT Appliance Approvals
Every appliance that is checked will receive a PAT Testing sticker so your tenants can see all appliances are safe to use.
Safety Warnings
We will provide information on any electrical faults and actions needed or taken to fix them.
PAT Details
Full details including the name, registration number and signature of the engineer who made the checks, the date the checks were carried out and the address of the property.
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EPC Certificate FAQs
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PAT stands for Portable Appliance Test. It examines electrical appliances to ensure they are safe to use.
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A PAT Test involves registered electricians visually inspecting each appliance, its lead and plug. They will also inject a test signal into the cable of Class I appliances like kettles, toasters and microwaves.
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The cost of your PAT Test will depend on the number of items that need testing. Typically it costs around £1 per device, although some companies will charge per hour.
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There is no official expiry date on a PAT Test, but regular retests are recommended.
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Best practices recommend landlords get a PAT test every 12 months.
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The time it takes to complete a PAT Test will depend on the number of articles that need to be tested. It usually takes around 2-5 minutes to test each device.
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Compliance.
Being a Landlord comes with a range of responsibilities to ensure your property’s legal compliance and the safety of your tenants. Our services are designed to minimise electrical, gas and fire risks and out our landlords’ minds at ease. LetSafe provides unrivalled residential landlord compliance for Estate Agents, Private Landlords, and Property and Estates Managers across London and the South East.
Safety First, Second Nature
Safe practices are the standard for many companies, but for LPC, it’s our number one priority. From the delivery of our projects and site safety checks to staff training and qualifications, we work tirelessly to minimise risk and strive to continue our zero-accident record.