Commercial Electrical Inspection & Testing Services
Enhancing Safety & Efficiency for Commercial Premises
Ensuring electrical safety in a commercial property is crucial for business owners, landlords and property managers. At PWS, we specialise in commercial electrical inspection and testing services. Our qualified electrical engineers identify potential faults early and avoid costly repairs. We help keep your business premises operating efficiently and within safety regulations.
Benefits of Routine Electrical Inspections & Testing with PWS Electrical
By identifying faults early, PWS Electrical helps businesses reduce fire hazards and comply with BS 7671 regulations. Our inspections provide peace of mind by ensuring your electrical system remains reliable and ready for the future.
Electrical testing for commercial premises offers the following advantages.
Compliance with Safety Standards
Keeping your electrical systems in top condition is key to meeting health and safety standards. We help keep landlords and businesses compliant by ensuring systems remain safe and functional. Even faulty fittings or a socket can disrupt or compromise safety. Our team identifies any issues and implements the relevant fixes so you can lock up your premises without worrying about buzzing wires or flickering lights.
Non-compliance with electrical work regulations may lead to legal fines or prosecution under Scottish law. Landlords must ensure that rented properties meet electrical safety standards or risk fines and liability for tenant injuries. Periodic electrical inspections help businesses prepare for major assessments, addressing problems before they become compliance issues. If your existing electrical installation is outdated, periodic electrical testing can confirm its adherence to BS 7671 regulations.
Avoid Costly Repairs
Regular inspections and certified electrical work help identify and resolve potential issues or prevent electric shocks before they escalate. We address faulty electrical installations and wiring faults, reducing the risk of fire hazards and electrical fires. A malfunctioning electrical system can cause power outages, damage to appliances and high electricity bills. With regular testing, you lower risks, ensuring that essential systems are fully functional.
Many property owners overlook preventive maintenance, leading to major electrical failures that could be avoided. By scheduling regular electrical inspections, you can reduce downtime, keep your commercial property in pristine shape and protect your investment. Routine maintenance helps prolong the lifespan of electrical components, meaning you’ll pay for fewer replacements.
Peace of Mind
Our fully qualified electricians perform thorough inspections to ensure your system’s safety. This includes visual inspections behind accessories, electrical testing and checking sockets, switches and outlets.
We also offer inspection services tailored to specific property needs. This includes checking overloaded electrical circuits in warehouses and identifying fixed wiring in older historic buildings.
Faulty circuits and improper electrical installations have dangerous repercussions. With our qualified electricians, we guarantee the highest standards in electrical inspections to avoid any accidents.
We can also work outside of regular office hours, so we don’t have to disrupt your team with power shutdowns during the workday.
Protect Your Property
A safe electrical system is vital for any business. People rely on electrical devices from office appliances to workplace machinery.
Regular inspections will ensure these devices function without risks, preventing property damage, personal injury and operational disruptions.
A power failure in a hair salon could stop client treatments mid-wash or dry, damaging the business’s reputation and customer trust. In an office setting, systems could halt communication channels, affecting productivity and client service.
Addressing potential electrical faults early protects valuable assets and prevents unexpected system failures.
Ensure the safety and compliance of your property and get ready for a professional electrical installation condition report (EICR).
Contact PWS Electrical today.
Our Range of Electrical Inspection & Testing Services
Business owners and landlords must ensure the safety and compliance of commercial buildings. With extensive experience serving businesses across Glasgow and West of Scotland, PWS Electrical is committed to delivering high-quality inspections and testing. Our team is highly rated locally and trusted for exceptional customer service and workmanship.
We pride ourselves on providing reliable, professional service. PWS Electrical are SELECT approved and our qualified electricians assess electrical installations to detect potential faults, prevent fire hazards, and ensure compliance with IET Wiring Regulations.
Our electrical inspection services include:
Commercial Electrical Testing: Our team conducts electrical fault-finding by examining fuse boxes and other electrical components, such as distribution boards and earthing arrangements.
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT): We verify the safety of portable appliances to protect employees and customers from electrical hazards.
Bonding & Earthing Tests: We test the incoming earth to your premises and earth bonding to gas and water services and structural steel are connected and compliant.
Insulation Resistance: Our tests check that your electrical system’s insulation is intact, preventing short circuits or potential shock risks.
Polarity Testing: We verify the correct polarity of your electrical system to confirm conductors are installed in the correct terminals.
Earth-Fault Loop Impedance Testing: We measure the earth-fault loop impedance to ensure the system has been designed correctly to safely clear faults, minimising shock risks.
Failing to conduct regular inspections and testing can lead to serious legal and financial consequences. You may face potential issues such as fines or an invalidated insurance policy. Gain peace of mind with our comprehensive electrical inspection and testing services.
Don’t wait for a faulty electrical system to cause disruptions.
Schedule a thorough inspection today and secure your electrical safety certificate.
FAQs About Periodic Electrical Inspections
Periodic electrical inspections should be conducted at least every five years. However, the frequency can vary depending on the commercial building, power usage and specific regulations.
For example, laundrettes and petrol stations need to conduct annual inspections. Spa hotels and theatres need checks every three years.
Offices and laboratories need to conduct electrical inspections every five years. Commercial landlords need an electrical installation condition report (EICR) every five years or with tenant changes.
To conduct electrical inspections in Scotland, electricians typically need the following:
City & Guilds 2391: Essential for inspecting and testing electrical installations.
City & Guilds 2394 & 2395: Initial verification of new installations and periodic inspections of existing infrastructure.
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations: Foundational qualification ensuring competence in electrical installations.
IET Wiring Regulations: Familiarity with the latest edition is important for compliance with safety standards.
Certification Body Membership: This includes NICEIC, NAPIT & SELECT.
It’s best to choose an installer with at least one or more of the above for your premises or electrical equipment to be deemed safe after an inspection.
PWS Electrical: Your Trusted Partner in Electrical Safety
PWS Electrical is your trusted partner in maintaining electrical safety standards. We have years of expertise in certified electrical work, inspections and preventative maintenance. Our team can serve both residential properties and commercial premises across Glasgow and the West of Scotland. No matter the type of premises, we offer tailored solutions for electrical needs.
Our commercial electrical testing offerings go beyond standard inspections. We also specialise in load testing to prevent circuit overloading and offer lighting installation to enhance energy efficiency.
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Don’t let outdated installations & switches jolt your electrical bills. Get peace of mind with our commercial electrical testing. Contact PWS Electrical today to schedule your inspection.
