Crystal Electronics Ltd delivers reliable PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) services for housing associations, councils, and public sector landlords across the UK. Our experienced engineers ensure your electrical appliances are safe, compliant, and meet all legal requirements.

Why PAT Testing Matters for Social Housing & Public Buildings


PAT testing is essential for protecting residents, staff, and visitors from electrical hazards. Regular appliance testing helps housing providers and councils:

  • Meet Health & Safety Executive (HSE) obligations
  • Reduce the risk of electrical fires and accidents
  • Demonstrate compliance with insurance and regulatory standards
  • Safeguard reputation and duty of care

Why Choose Crystal Electronics for PAT Testing?

  • 40+ years’ experience supporting institutional clients
  • 150+ accredited engineers for rapid project delivery
  • 1-hour typical response for urgent testing
  • Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption to tenants
  • Dedicated project managers for seamless coordination

Our PAT Testing Process – Fast, Professional, Fully Accredited

Optional remedial repairs and retesting

Consultation and tailored testing schedule

Thorough inspection and testing of all portable appliances

Digital asset register and compliance certificates issued same day

Immediate reporting of any hazards or remedial needs

Accreditations & Compliance


Crystal Electronics is NICEIC approved, SMAS and Constructionline Gold certified, and Safe Contractor accredited. All PAT testing is performed to the highest industry standards, ensuring you stay fully compliant.


Local Teams, National Coverage

With offices in Northampton, London, and Leeds, our local teams provide rapid, reliable service nationwide. We support over 50 housing associations and councils across the UK.

Client Testimonials & Case Studies

Joe Young

Compliance Project Surveyor

“It has been a real honor to work with Crystal as my time as compliance surveyor
at Silva Homes. From the bottom to the top, they have delivered and ensured their
client expectations have been met. Dean Port, & Stacey Howell alongside their
contract leads ensured they delivered across all works streams ans closely
monitored/reviewed requirements have been met when carrying out weekly
meetings and in more depth in a quarterly meeting. In my role it brings me huge
confidence knowing i have Crystal working alongside me, they always do their
utmost to deliver and think they are easily one of the best contractors i have
worked with and i remain hopeful i work with them for a long time.”

Adam Fisher

Senior Project Manager

“TCH have worked with Crystal for over 11 years in which they have
delivered a variety of projects including, planned television aerial
upgrades, responsive repair works, mobility scooter storage
provision, general domestic electrical upgrades and CCTV/Security
installations. Over the years Crystal have provided an excellent
installation and maintenance service to our properties, blocks and
sheltered accommodation. Works have been completed on time, to a
high quality and in budget. Customer satisfaction with the works from
start to finish and the contractor has been very high.”

What we do!

Service is our focus!

We have a 40 Year history of mobilising large teams of electrical engineers to deliver programs of work, managed by an internal team of qualified project managers and field based QS’s.

We understand that distinguished customer service is the key to our continued success.

We listen closely to our customers so that we may attain a total understanding of your needs to help us clearly identify the right solution for your project.

Our staff takes great pride, and has a passion for the work they do.

Each one of our team members are trained to answer any questions that may arise while offering the best possible solutions based on your specific requirements.

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    PAT Testing for Housing Associations & Councils