Hexo Electrical Testing

Hexo Electrical Testing: electrical inspection and certification in London and the South East

Hexo Electrical Testing is a British company dedicated to the inspection, testing and certification of electrical installations. Its work serves both private homes and commercial premises, and covers London, Greater London and the South East of England. The firm presents itself as a provider of compliance services, with qualified inspectors and technicians and a fixed pricing structure.

Inspection and certification services

The company's catalogue is organised around five main lines:

• Domestic EICR: electrical installation condition report for homeowners, landlords and building managers. The price indicated starts from £79 plus VAT.
• Commercial EICR: inspection and testing of the fixed wiring, accessories and switchgear of business premises. The price indicated starts from £169 plus VAT.
• PAT testing: safety testing of portable and stationary electrical appliances with a plug, for homes or businesses. The price indicated starts from £84 plus VAT.
• Emergency lighting: testing of emergency lighting systems, with a full installation and repair service. The price indicated starts from £199 plus VAT.
• Remedial works: correction of defects or safety issues detected in the electrical installation. The price indicated starts from £140 plus VAT.

In addition to PAT testing, the company carries out FAT testing, which verifies the safety of fixed equipment hard-wired into the installation by way of an isolator or a switch, such as an induction hob or a water heater.

EICR reports: scope and procedure

The EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is the current term for what was previously known as a periodic inspection report. It consists of the inspection and testing of the fixed electrical installation of a home or commercial premises. During the visit, the inspector checks the wiring, accessories (sockets and switches), lighting and switchgear, and carries out a visual inspection together with dead and live electrical testing.

After the visit the report is issued, which may be satisfactory or unsatisfactory. In the case of defects, these are highlighted with the relevant code level and recommendations are offered to bring the installation into line with current regulations. The company has a full remedial works service to rectify the problems and then issue a satisfactory EICR demonstrating legal compliance.

For landlords, a satisfactory domestic EICR every five years is a legal requirement. In the case of owner-occupied homes, it is strongly recommended and in some cases required. The company sends reminders when the next inspection is due.

Commercial EICR and sectors served

The commercial EICR, also called fixed wire testing, covers the entire fixed installation, accessories and switchgear of a business premises. Among the types of premises the company regularly serves are offices, schools, retail units and warehouses. Work can be carried out outside normal hours, in the evening or at weekends, to minimise disruption to business activity. Once the visit is complete, the certificate is sent together with a detailed quote for the necessary or recommended repairs.

Electrical report for homebuyers

For those buying or selling a home, the company offers a specific electrical report that includes a domestic EICR and a written assessment of the condition of the installation by the inspector. In this service, more checks are carried out behind electrical accessories, such as sockets and switches, to detect possible hidden defects in the wiring.

Emergency lighting and PAT testing

The company reminds that owners or managers of buildings with escape routes are legally obliged to have emergency lighting that illuminates the exit in the event of a failure of normal lighting. All emergency systems require periodic testing to ensure correct operation and compliance with regulations. Hexo Electrical Testing offers both testing and the installation and repair of these systems.

As for PAT testing, the firm presents it as the way to demonstrate that electrical appliances provided to employees or tenants are safe, in compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. The service identifies which equipment is in a safe condition and which is not.

Technical profile and guarantees

The company states that it has inspectors with more than ten years of experience, recognised training and specific qualifications. Its credentials include NAPIT approval, the City and Guilds 2391 certificate and NVQ Level 3. All inspectors and engineers hold a DBS check. The firm declares that it has £5,000,000 public liability insurance and complies with health and safety requirements through regular checks.

Work includes a twelve-month guarantee on parts and labour. The company works with quality materials and aims to ensure that interventions are clean and non-disruptive. It offers fixed, detailed quotations, with no unexpected costs, and a quick quoting and ordering process. Reports are issued in electronic format and an express certificate is provided. The service is available seven days a week, with the possibility of out-of-hours and weekend service.

Target audience and coverage

Hexo Electrical Testing serves homeowners, landlords, building managers and all types of businesses. Its confirmed area of operation is London, Greater London and the South East of England. The company presents itself as specialising in electrical testing and compliance, with services suitable for insurance and legal compliance purposes.

Location and contact

Phone: 0207 315 4151 · Email: info@hexoelectricaltesting.co.uk · Hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 to 20:00; Saturdays 09:00 to 2 (text incomplete in the source)