PAT testing in Chudleigh
Prices Illustrative
Range £55–£160 · Devon avg £75
PAT testing in Chudleigh typically costs £80, with most jobs between £55 and £160, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
PAT testing across Chudleigh and TQ13. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent pat testing jobs near Chudleigh
PAT testing for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
PAT testing in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
PAT testing for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
PAT testing in Chudleigh: key facts
- Typical price £80
- Range £55–£160
- 1–2 hrs on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 3 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Chudleigh
Prices IllustrativeWhat Chudleigh customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for pat testing within 10 miles of Chudleigh, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Chudleigh compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chudleigh | £80 | £55–£160 | 2 days |
| Bovey Tracey | £75 | £50–£145 | 6 days |
| Kingsteignton | £75 | £50–£145 | 7 days |
| Devon average | £75 | £50–£150 | 4 days |
| UK average | £85 | £55–£180 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
PAT testing carried out.
- 10:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 10:30Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 10:45Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Chudleigh local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Teignbridge District Council handles building control for Chudleigh. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Chudleigh customers say
29 reviews“Turned up when they said, pat testing done and tested in 1–2 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Mill Lane, Chudleigh · Sep 2026
How much does PAT testing cost in Chudleigh?
PAT testing in Chudleigh typically costs £80, with most jobs between £55 and £160, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does PAT testing take in Chudleigh?
Usually 1–2 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Chudleigh?
The next available slot near TQ13 is in 2 days. 3 electricians cover Chudleigh.
How much is PAT testing in Chudleigh?
Most firms charge per item, about £1 to £2 each, or a minimum visit. A small office or holiday let in Chudleigh usually comes to around £80, with a minimum charge near £55.
How do I check an electrician is properly registered?
Look them up on the NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA register using their name or postcode, not just the logo on a van. Ask for their registration number and a copy of their insurance. A good electrician will happily send both before you book.
Which areas near Chudleigh do you cover for an EICR?
We list electricians working across Chudleigh and nearby spots like Ashcombe and Chudleigh Knighton, covering TQ13. Homes here are mostly stone and rendered town houses with newer estates. A typical job costs £80 on our illustrative local prices.
How do Chudleigh prices for an EICR compare with Bovey Tracey?
Chudleigh typically comes in at £80 and Bovey Tracey at £75, with Devon as a whole around £75. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
Do you cover the villages round Chudleigh, like Ashcombe and Chudleigh Knighton?
We do. The an EICR prices on this page already include jobs in Ashcombe, Chudleigh Knighton, Trusham, Christow, Ideford, Kennford. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Chudleigh work, so the next slot (in 2 days) normally applies to you too.
How often do holiday lets in Chudleigh need PAT testing?
Once a year is the norm for holiday lets, because guests use and move appliances more. Many owners book it each spring before the season starts.
Should I get more than one quote?
Two or three is sensible. Compare what's included, not just the total: testing, certificates, making good, and how they price any extra faults found. The cheapest quote often leaves things out that turn up on the final bill.
Is PAT testing a legal requirement?
Not exactly. The law says electrical equipment at work and in rentals must be safe, and PAT testing is the usual way to show that. Insurers and letting agents often require it, especially for holiday lets.
Will I get a certificate when the job's done?
You should. New circuits and fuse boards get an Electrical Installation Certificate; smaller jobs get a Minor Works Certificate. Keep them with your house papers, as buyers' solicitors and insurers often ask to see them.
Who do I call in a power cut in Chudleigh?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Bovey Tracey3.4 mi · £75
- Kingsteignton3.9 mi · £75
- Newton Abbot5.2 mi · £75
- Teignmouth6.1 mi · £70
- Dawlish6.1 mi · £80
- Emergency electricianfrom £95
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £160
- Fuse box replacementfrom £485
- Full rewirefrom £4,105
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.