Berkshire · RG · 18 mi from Slough

PAT Testing in Reading

Portable appliance testing for landlords & businesses — from £65.

Portable appliance testing for landlords, HMOs and small businesses across Reading and the surrounding Berkshire villages. We carry out a full visual inspection plus electrical test on every appliance you supply — kettles, microwaves, lamps, fridges, washing machines — tag each item pass or fail, and issue a digital certificate the same day.

Reading, Berkshire

What's included

Visual and electrical safety testing of portable appliances, with full certificate and tagged items. Helps document appliance condition as part of a risk-based maintenance approach.

  • Full inspection and electrical test
  • Pass/fail labels on every appliance
  • Digital certificate for your records
  • Bulk rates for HMOs and offices
Why landlords in Reading pick AG
  • HMO and shared-house bulk rates across Caversham, Tilehurst, Earley
  • Pass/fail labels on every appliance with serial numbers logged
  • Digital certificate emailed before we leave Reading
5.0★ from 225 reviews

About PAT Testing in Reading

Reading has one of the highest concentrations of professional renters in the Thames Valley, driven by the University of Reading and the big tech employers along the M4 (Microsoft, Oracle, Cisco). Earley and Lower Earley (RG6) are dense with student HMO conversions — we do block inventory and PAT rounds for several portfolio landlords here every academic year.

Central Reading (RG1) and Caversham (RG4) skew toward professional flats and conversions where listing quality drives achieved rent. Tilehurst (RG30/RG31) is family-let territory where EPC improvements (insulation top-ups, modern boiler swaps) often shift a D into a C.

Reading's tech-led rental demand keeps voids low. PAT testing and licensing-ready inventories are in steady demand across RG1, RG2 and RG6.

For an HMO in Reading, check your specific licence and insurer's conditions. PAT frequency should reflect risk; it is not subject to a universal annual testing rule.

Local landmarks we cover near
  • University of Reading
  • Madejski Stadium area
  • Caversham riverside
  • The Oracle shopping centre
  • Reading Abbey ruins
Nearby postcodes & districts
  • Caversham
  • Tilehurst
  • Earley
  • Woodley
  • Lower Earley

PAT Testing in Reading: frequently asked questions

How much does a pat testing cost in Reading?

Prices start from £65. Appliance count and the selected item band change the total. Out-of-hours appointments add 25% outside Monday–Friday 9am–6pm, including weekends. Check your postcode and final price before confirming. Choose your property details in the booking form to see the agreed total before confirming.

How quickly can you visit Reading?

Reading is approximately 18 miles from our Slough base, within our usual 50-mile coverage. Contact us with the exact postcode, access arrangements and preferred date to confirm availability. Visit length and price depend on the number and type of items. Include an estimated item count when booking. Do not rely on an unconfirmed appointment or delivery deadline.

What do I get and when?

An appliance test report recording the items checked and pass or fail results. Full inspection and electrical test. Pass/fail labels on every appliance. Confirm access, your requirements and the report or image delivery deadline when booking; timing depends on the work agreed for your property.

Is annual PAT testing required by law?

There is no universal legal requirement to PAT test every appliance every year. HSE advises a risk-based approach to maintaining electrical equipment, taking account of how equipment is used and its condition. Check any specific licence, insurer or contractual conditions that apply to your property or workplace when deciding which items need testing and how often.

Reviewed by Berkshire landlords & agents

What landlords say about our pat testing work

225+ verified reviews · 5.0★ average across Checkatrade and Senja.

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EPC Certificate

Thank you Dal for sorting out my EPC . True gentleman and professional . Respected my property and carried out the job professionally. Definitely recommend to my family and friends in future.

SS

Sujan Shrestha

Verified review · Jun 2026

Pat Testing

Daljit is great, very knowledgeable, helpful and professional. He did my EPC, inventory check in, and PAT testing last year. It was my first time renting out my property and he gave me some great advice. He’s just completed this years PAT testing again. And I’m very happy. Thank you very much indeed!

C

Charlotte

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Dalj was great. Got an EPC done by him. He was reasonably priced and fitted me in quickly as I was desperate to get it done urgently. Would recommend him and will be using his services again.

AL

Amit Lakhani

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Dal was very polite, efficient & professional and I’d use the company again

MC

Michael Cassidy

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Accurate and efficient. Well trained professionals. Helpful advice on once you receive EPC.

HE

Hamley Estate Agents - Hardeep Singh

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

I was really impressed with AG Site Solutions’ easy-to-use booking system and the wide range of services they provide. Everything was delivered professionally and at a very reasonable price. I would definitely use them again for any future work.

OU

Oliver Umbezoogu

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Cert

I want to take a moment to share my experience with Dal the EPC Engineer. Dal is a fantastic individual who responded quickly and efficiently to the job. He dedicated ample time to conduct a thorough analysis and provided me with useful information and advice. I was genuinely impressed with their professionalism and expertise. I would definitely recommend Dal to anyone in need of a skilled EPC Engineer. I will certainly be keeping his details for future reference. Well done Dal!I just wanted to express my appreciation for the outstanding service provided in issuing the EPC certificate. The entire process, including the testing, survey, and paperwork, was completed within just 5-6 hours, which was incredibly efficient. Your professionalism and swift turnaround are truly commendable. Thank you for your excellent service. I would highly recommend AGEPC Ltd to others.

ZA

Zaheer Abbas

Verified review · May 2026

EPC certificate

Very helpful. Quick to do the job and seemed knowledgeable

ET

Emily T

via Checkatrade · May 2026

EPC Certificate

On time, issued cert quickly

JT

Josephine T

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Arrived at scheduled time and carried out EPC efficiently and had good knowledge

SH

Samantha H

via Checkatrade · Apr 2026

Pat Testing

Good Service

RM

Rebecca M

Verified review · Apr 2026

EPC Cert

...

KT

Keith T

Verified review · Mar 2026

EPC Certificate

Thank you Dal for sorting out my EPC . True gentleman and professional . Respected my property and carried out the job professionally. Definitely recommend to my family and friends in future.

SS

Sujan Shrestha

Verified review · Jun 2026

Pat Testing

Daljit is great, very knowledgeable, helpful and professional. He did my EPC, inventory check in, and PAT testing last year. It was my first time renting out my property and he gave me some great advice. He’s just completed this years PAT testing again. And I’m very happy. Thank you very much indeed!

C

Charlotte

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Dalj was great. Got an EPC done by him. He was reasonably priced and fitted me in quickly as I was desperate to get it done urgently. Would recommend him and will be using his services again.

AL

Amit Lakhani

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Dal was very polite, efficient & professional and I’d use the company again

MC

Michael Cassidy

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Accurate and efficient. Well trained professionals. Helpful advice on once you receive EPC.

HE

Hamley Estate Agents - Hardeep Singh

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

I was really impressed with AG Site Solutions’ easy-to-use booking system and the wide range of services they provide. Everything was delivered professionally and at a very reasonable price. I would definitely use them again for any future work.

OU

Oliver Umbezoogu

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Cert

I want to take a moment to share my experience with Dal the EPC Engineer. Dal is a fantastic individual who responded quickly and efficiently to the job. He dedicated ample time to conduct a thorough analysis and provided me with useful information and advice. I was genuinely impressed with their professionalism and expertise. I would definitely recommend Dal to anyone in need of a skilled EPC Engineer. I will certainly be keeping his details for future reference. Well done Dal!I just wanted to express my appreciation for the outstanding service provided in issuing the EPC certificate. The entire process, including the testing, survey, and paperwork, was completed within just 5-6 hours, which was incredibly efficient. Your professionalism and swift turnaround are truly commendable. Thank you for your excellent service. I would highly recommend AGEPC Ltd to others.

ZA

Zaheer Abbas

Verified review · May 2026

EPC certificate

Very helpful. Quick to do the job and seemed knowledgeable

ET

Emily T

via Checkatrade · May 2026

EPC Certificate

On time, issued cert quickly

JT

Josephine T

Verified review · May 2026

EPC Certificate

Arrived at scheduled time and carried out EPC efficiently and had good knowledge

SH

Samantha H

via Checkatrade · Apr 2026

Pat Testing

Good Service

RM

Rebecca M

Verified review · Apr 2026

EPC Cert

...

KT

Keith T

Verified review · Mar 2026

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