Fast, friendly, and efficient pat testing in Dumfries and SouthWest Scotland.

DPAT provides specialist PAT testing of commercial and domestic appliances for all types of businesses.

One hundred appliances, or a handful, I offer competitive pricing and out-of-hours scheduling to businesses in every sector.

Fully certified and insured, covering an area from Stranraer to Carlisle.

Keeping you, your staff, and your clients safe…


PAT testing is similar to your car’s MOT – a regular check to make sure that appliances are safe to use – reducing the danger of electrocution and electrical fire.

It comprises a visual inspection and a series of electrical checks and tests.

PAT isn’t a legal requirement, but ensuring that electrical appliances are safe to use is!

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How is PAT testing done?

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PAT testing for landlords

Testing any electrical appliances, provided by the landlord, such as fridges, microwaves, lamps… essentially any electrical item that has a plug.

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PAT testing for businesses

As a small business, you have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of your staff and customers. If you’re unsure about whether you need testing done – please get in touch

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PAT testing for holiday homes

As well as the peace of mind that testing will give you, you’re also preventing potential injury to guests – you’re protecting your own liability.

Stay safe!

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is a way of ensuring that your appliances are safe. It’s needed by both landlords and businesses to ensure that they are meeting their legal obligation to maintain a high standard of safety on all electrical appliances.

…requires that any electrical equipment that has the potential to cause injury is maintained in a safe condition…

Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

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What I supply…

  • Portable appliance testing for domestic and commercial appliances – both 240V and 110V equipment.
  • Each appliance will be issued with its own asset number for traceability and labeled as a pass or fail.
  • If an appliance fails a test, I always give a reason and suggest a solution where possible.
  • A full record of the appliance, its asset number, location, and the results of each test carried out.
  • Friendly advice on any concerns you may have about your appliances or installation.

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