Ensure Compliance and Safety with Professional Electrical Testing

Protect your business, validate your insurance, and meet your legal obligations with AEL Electrical's comprehensive commercial testing services. Our qualified engineers provide the thorough testing and certification your business needs to operate safely and comply with current regulations.

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Critical Testing Services

Why Testing Cannot Wait

Insurance Requirements

Most commercial insurance policies require valid electrical test certificates. Without current testing documentation, you risk invalidated coverage precisely when you need it most. Our certificates provide the evidence insurers demand.

Legal Obligations

The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require you to maintain electrical systems in safe condition. Regular testing demonstrates compliance and protects you from prosecution should incidents occur.

Safety Critical

Electrical faults cause thousands of fires annually. Testing identifies deterioration, damage, and defects before they become dangerous, protecting your staff, customers, and premises.

Business Continuity

Identifying issues through testing prevents unexpected failures that disrupt operations. It's far less costly to address problems found during scheduled testing than to deal with emergency breakdowns.

Our Testing Process

Step 1

Schedule Agreement

We work with you to schedule testing at times that minimise disruption. Whether during quiet periods, weekends, or outside working hours, we adapt to your operational needs.

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Step 2

Systematic Testing

Our engineers methodically test every circuit and component using calibrated equipment. We check:

  • Circuit continuity and resistance
  • Insulation resistance
  • Earth fault loop impedance
  • RCD operation and timing
  • Protective device operation
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Clear Documentation

Following testing, you receive comprehensive reports including:

  • Detailed test results and findings
  • Categorised observations (C1 dangerous, C2 potentially dangerous, C3 improvement recommended)
  • Photographic evidence of any issues
  • Compliance certificates for your records
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Remedial Recommendations

If testing reveals issues, we provide clear explanations and quotations for necessary remedial work. We prioritise safety-critical items and help you plan corrections efficiently.

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Common Testing Concerns Addressed

How long does testing take?

Testing duration varies with premises size and installation complexity. We provide accurate time estimates during quotation, typically completing most commercial testing within one day to minimise disruption.

Will you need to turn off our power?

Some testing requires circuits to be temporarily isolated. We plan this carefully, testing section by section where possible, and scheduling power interruptions to cause minimal inconvenience.

How often do we need testing?

Requirements vary by business type:

  • Most commercial premises: EICR every 5 years
  • Some high-risk environments: EICR every 3 years
  • Emergency lighting: Monthly function tests, annual duration tests
  • Your insurance policy may specify different intervals
What if you find problems?

We categorise all findings by urgency. Dangerous issues (C1) require immediate action, potentially dangerous items (C2) need urgent attention, whilst improvements (C3) can be planned. We never proceed with repairs without your authorisation and clear quotations.

What about the cost?

Testing costs depend on your premises size and electrical installation complexity. We provide fixed-price quotations with no hidden charges. Remember: testing costs far less than the potential consequences of electrical failures.

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Industries Requiring Regular Testing

  • Factories & Manufacturing - High-demand electrical systems need frequent testing
  • Offices - Ensure safe working environments for staff
  • Schools & Colleges - Protect students and meet education authority requirements
  • Care Homes - Meet CQC standards and protect vulnerable residents
  • Hotels & Leisure - Maintain guest safety and operational continuity
  • Retail Premises - Protect customers and maintain trading ability

The AEL Electrical Testing Advantage

NICEIC Approved

As NICEIC Approved Contractors, our testing meets the highest industry standards. Our certificates are recognised by all major insurers and regulatory bodies.

Experienced Engineers

Our qualified electricians have extensive experience testing commercial installations. They understand business needs and work efficiently to minimise disruption.

Modern Test Equipment

We use calibrated, industry-leading test equipment to ensure accurate results you can trust for compliance and safety decisions.

Transparent Reporting

Our reports are clear, comprehensive, and jargon-free. You'll understand exactly what we've found and what needs doing, with no technical confusion.

Schedule Your Testing Today

Don't risk non-compliance, invalidated insurance, or electrical dangers. Professional testing protects everything you've worked to build.

Call: 01325 952700
Email: info@aelelectrical.co.uk

Contact us now to schedule your electrical testing and receive your fixed-price quotation.

Accreditations

We’re committed to delivering the highest standards on every project. Our electrical services are NICEIC-registered, and our renewable energy installations are MCS-certified, ensuring safe, compliant, and industry-leading work. We also hold Constructionline, Acclaim and ABB accreditations, giving you confidence that every project is completed professionally, safely, and to audited industry standards.

Let’s Power Your Next Project!

From large-scale commercial installations to smart home upgrades, our certified electricians deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions every time.

Have a question or want to discuss your project? Our friendly team is ready to offer expert advice and practical support, no jargon, just clear answers.

  • NICEIC Certified for quality and safety

  • Almost 30 years of electrical expertise

  • Serving hundreds of satisfied customers across the North

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