Electrical testing helps prevent electrical faults in Manchester properties, which often lead to fire hazards, system failures, and costly emergency repairs. Professional electrical testing identifies these hidden risks in wiring, equipment, and safety systems before they result in costly damage. For landlords and businesses, testing is also a legal requirement, with fines reaching £30,000 for non-compliance.
At Addison Electrical, we have delivered professional electrical inspection and testing across Manchester and Greater Manchester since 1961.
As NICEIC-approved contractors, our team of 45+ qualified electricians provides legally compliant testing for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
From EICR certificates for landlords to PAT testing and emergency lighting testing. We help property owners stay safe, compliant, and protected.
● Electrical testing includes EICR (fixed installations), PAT testing (portable appliances), and emergency lighting testing.
● It is a legal requirement for Manchester landlords to hold a valid EICR every five years under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector Regulations 2020.
● NICEIC-approved testing ensures certificates are legally valid and accepted by councils, insurers, and lenders.
● Addison Electrical has provided electrical testing services across Greater Manchester for over 60 years.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the safety and condition of a property’s fixed electrical installation against BS 7671 wiring regulations. It identifies fire risks, electric shock hazards, and code breaches before they escalate.
EICR testing is legally required every five years for rental properties and HMOs. For homeowners, testing is recommended every ten years or when selling, buying, or renovating.
Our NICEIC-approved electricians inspect consumer units, wiring, circuits, earthing, bonding, sockets, lighting, and protective devices. Most residential EICRs take 2- 4 hours, with digital reports issued promptly. If remedial work is required, we provide clear quotations and can complete repairs quickly to restore compliance.
Our electrical testing services include;
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) ensures electrical equipment is safe to use and compliant with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. It applies to businesses, landlords of furnished properties, and organisations using electrical appliances.
We carry out visual inspections and electrical testing, tagging each appliance and providing clear records for compliance and insurance. We recommend at least annual testing, with more frequent assessments for specific cases.
Our PAT services are priced per item, with discounts for bulk testing, which includes a digital certification as part of the service fee.
Emergency lighting is a legal safety requirement in most commercial and multi-occupancy buildings, ensuring safe evacuation during power failure or emergencies. We provide professional emergency lighting testing and maintenance to keep your systems compliant, reliable, and ready when needed.
We carry out monthly functional tests and annual full-duration tests in line with BS 5266 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. All testing is fully documented, with clear compliance certificates and maintenance records issued after each visit.
Where faults are identified, we provide straightforward advice and repair or replacement options using high-quality, energy-efficient emergency lighting units.
We are also one of the few companies that offer Emergency lighting photometric performance verification in line with recent updates to BS5266-1 in late 2025. These surveys involve the measuring of light output from emergency lighting systems and must be carried out every 5 years as part of standard emergency light testing. Please contact us for bespoke pricing of these surveys.
Overall, we ensure you meet legal obligations, pass fire safety audits, and protect occupants without disruption.
Here’s why many clients have trusted us with their electrical testing, installation, and maintenance projects.
Founded in 1961, Addison Electrical has decades of experience with Manchester property types, from Victorian terraces to modern commercial buildings.
Our NICEIC accreditation ensures all certificates meet legal, insurance, and regulatory requirements.
We test all types and sizes of installations from domestic homes, to multi-property portfolios and large commercial sites efficiently.
We explain findings in plain language and help you prioritise remedial work based on safety and urgency.
We provide electrical testing across all Greater Manchester and the Northwest.
Whether you need EICR testing, PAT testing, or full compliance support, we deliver professional electrical testing backed by six decades of Manchester expertise.
Call us on 07894 122640 or send a message to book testing or request a quote.
A full electrical test is a complete inspection of a property’s fixed wiring to check it is safe, compliant, and free from faults. It includes visual checks and electrical testing of circuits, sockets, switches, and the consumer unit. The results are recorded in an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR).
No. An EICR must be carried out by a qualified and competent electrician with the correct training, testing equipment, and experience. The electrician should be registered with a recognised body such as NICEIC or NAPIT to ensure the report is valid and legally compliant.
Most residential EICRs take 2 to 4 hours. PAT testing depends on the number of items.
EICR covers fixed wiring and circuits. PAT testing applies to portable electrical appliances.
We provide a clear report, quote remedial work, and re-test once issues are resolved.
Yes. NICEIC-approved testing ensures legal validity and acceptance by councils and insurers.
Unlock unmatched precision and reliability with services from Addison Electrical, where cutting-edge expertise meets unwavering commitment to safety and customer satisfaction.
Whether you need EICR testing, PAT testing, or full compliance support, we deliver professional electrical testing backed by six decades of Manchester expertise.
Call us on 07894 122640 or send a message to book testing or request a quote.
