“Why Electrical Testing Isn’t My Favourite Job… But Why I’ll Always Do It Properly”

After more than three decades working across homes and businesses on the Isle of Wight, one thing has always stood out to me: good workmanship never goes out of fashion. Electrical testing isn’t just a box to tick — it’s about keeping people safe and making sure a property is built on solid, reliable foundations.

Now, I’ll be completely honest with you:
Electrical testing is not my favourite part of the job.

Some electricians love it. Some even build their entire business around it — doing nothing but tests all day, every day. And yes, you’ll always find a few who use testing as a way to generate work, marking down anything and everything just to justify follow-up jobs.

That’s never been my style.

For me, testing is a necessary part of taking care of a property — not an opportunity to make life difficult or expensive for the person on the receiving end. I don’t enjoy finding things wrong, but if something is wrong, I want you to know about it so you can stay safe. That’s the whole point.

I’ve always believed in a balanced, common-sense approach. Regulations matter — they’re there for a reason — but they also allow room for judgement. When I test a home or business, I’ll talk you through what I find, explain what needs attention and what can wait, and give you advice you can trust. No scaremongering. No over-the-top recommendations. Just honest guidance.

For landlords and agents, I know you rely on me to be prompt, accurate and dependable. If you’re based off the Island, I’m more than happy to arrange everything by phone or email. You don’t need to be there — I’ll visit the property, carry out the test and send a clear report once the job is done. Simple, straightforward and stress-free. Check out what I provide for Landlords and agents.

At the end of the day, my advice is simple:

"Don’t wait for problems to surface. Look after your installation, ask questions if you’re unsure, and always use qualified professionals who take pride in their work. It makes all the difference in the long run."

Electrical testing might not be the part of the job that puts a smile on my face — but doing it properly, and helping people stay safe, always does.