East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
PAT Testing in Brighton and Hove
PAT testing (Portable Appliance Testing) is a visual inspection and electrical test of portable electrical appliances — such as kettles, laptops, extension leads and office equipment — to confirm they're safe to use, commonly required for landlords, offices and rented equipment.
In Brighton and Hove, that covers Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade. Brighton and Hove is known for its Regency architecture, extensive Victorian terraced housing, and later 20th-century development, all within a compact coastal city where many properties are in conservation areas and a significant number are listed.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Brighton and Hove for pat testing
Property styles in Brighton and Hove
Regency squares and terraces are concentrated around Brunswick, Kemp Town and the seafront, with dense Victorian terraced housing across much of the wider city, and later suburban housing further from the centre. Basement conversions, loft conversions and rear extensions are common project types on the terraced stock, subject to conservation area and party wall considerations.
Planning considerations
Brighton & Hove City Council is the local planning authority. The city has one of the highest concentrations of conservation areas of any local authority in the South East, and many properties are listed, particularly in the Regency squares. Basement work also requires careful consideration of structural and drainage issues in a dense urban setting.
How it works
Our pat testing process
- 01
Appliance list
Confirming the number and type of appliances to be tested ahead of the visit.
- 02
Visual inspection
Checking each appliance's cable, plug and casing for visible damage.
- 03
Electrical testing
Carrying out the appropriate electrical test for each appliance class.
- 04
Labelling and certification
Labelling each appliance with the test result and date, and issuing a certificate summarising all appliances tested.
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FAQs
PAT Testing in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide pat testing across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
Is PAT testing a legal requirement?
There's no single law that names PAT testing specifically, but employers and landlords have a general duty under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 to keep electrical equipment safe, and PAT testing is a widely recognised way to evidence that duty is being met.
How often should appliances be PAT tested?
There's no single fixed legal interval — it depends on the type of appliance, environment and how it's used. We can advise on a sensible testing schedule for your setting based on current guidance.
Can I extend a listed Regency property in Brighton?
Alterations to listed buildings require listed building consent in addition to any planning permission, and the historic character of Regency terraces means proposals are considered carefully. We assess feasibility on a case-by-case basis.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-28.