Local PAT Testers with national standards

DRA PAT Testing, established in 2009 are experts in Electrical Equipment Testing covering the North East of England. Our engineers are here to help you improve safety to prevent electrical accidents in your workplace.

There’s No Shocks With Us! ⚡

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Richard Ayre, Director of DRA PAT Testing

PAT Testing in Newcastle Upon Tyne and throughout the North East

Whether you have 1 item or thousands, standard office equipment to industrial 3-phase, we provide Portable Appliance Testing services in Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham & all other North East locations.

Established in 2009 DRA PAT Testing Ltd is the North East’s Premier Portable Appliance Testing company, with more 5-star reviews than any other UK PAT tester!

Based from our office in North Shields you can bring small amounts of equipment to us, but generally we come to you to inspect your in-service electrical equipment, in-situ. Our prices are sensible, our service is professional and our engineers are super reliable!

Our engineers work from home, based across the region, currently in Cramlington, Wallsend, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Sunderland and Seaham, so we’re well placed to get to you easily with minimal travel thus keeping costs down.

Following completion of our inspections we provide you with a fully comprehensive PAT Testing Certificate Report, and set you up on a managed retest programme to ensure you always remain compliant with the latest safety legislation and guidance.

Our Clients Include..

Durham Constabulary
Jackson Hogg Recruitment
Nexus Logo - Tyne and Wear Travel System
Centre for Life logo Newcastle
The Beacon of Light, Sunderland
Smart Academies of Schools in Newcastle upon Tyne

What our clients say about us…

Excellent
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Based on 362 reviews
Andrew Moorhead
Andrew Moorhead
I work for an office furniture company and it is the first time we have used DRA and they did a wonderful job. They are so professional and we would recommend anyone who is looking for a PAT testing company to give these guys a call.Update: 07/01/2025 Just had our PAT TESTING done by Kyle and it was an excellent service. So professional.
Elaine Smith
Elaine Smith
Very professional service, I would recommend
Ruth
Ruth
First time using DRA for some Homeworking PAT testing - but it won't be the last. They were very efficient, kept us informed and did the job without any issues. Thank you
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Excellent
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Based on 362 reviews
Andrew Moorhead
Andrew Moorhead
I work for an office furniture company and it is the first time we have used DRA and they did a wonderful job. They are so professional and we would recommend anyone who is looking for a PAT testing company to give these guys a call.Update: 07/01/2025 Just had our PAT TESTING done by Kyle and it was an excellent service. So professional.
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Our Electrical Inspection and Testing Services

DRA PAT Testing is primarily an electrical equipment testing company, it’s what we are experts in and have done for over 15 years. Our clients appreciate that we can help them maintaining safe electrical systems across their business, not just with appliances, so we collaborate with some of the regions best electrical engineers and electricians, who work for us as bonafide contractors, to provide you with a full range of electrical testing services including EICR, Emergency Lighting Inspections, Fire Alarm Testing etc. 

Electrical Equipment (PAT) Testing

Electrical Equipment (or PAT) Testing is carried out on electrical appliances to ensure they are safe for continued use. 

Checks are carried out on the integrity of each device to ensure the user is protected, and if not, repairs will be carried out, further action recommended or the equipment be taken out of service, to prevent accidents. This should be done on a regular basis to ensure compliance with workplace regulations. 

Fixed Wiring Inspections (EICR)

The main electrical installation of a building needs regular inspections to ensure it meets the latest regulations – this is called an EICR. 

An up to date EICR ensures compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations Act 1989, and helps to reduce the risk of fires.

Our EICR service covers the whole of the North East. 

Emergency Lighting Inspections

Emergency lighting provides the illumination of a building if it experiences a power failure. This helps to reduce the chances of panic, as staff can find a safe evacuation route from the building.  

Emergency lighting is powered by rechargeable batteries that must be tested regularly to ensure they will power up in an emergency – the last thing you want is a safety light that doesn’t work.  

Our experienced emergency lighting testing engineers work with our clients, providing both full 3-hour drainage testing and interim inspections.

Thermal Image Surveys

When was the last time you shut down your server for a PAT test? Probably never. A thermal survey (imaging) uses a powerful infrared camera to identify potential dangers in the electric components of the server unit.

If any parts are damaged or have loose connections, the camera will quickly be able to identify it through the heat signatures produced.

The survey allows the engineer to engineer to check equipment that can’t be switched off, is safe. This is a popular solution for workplaces where continuation of daily operations is essential.