Specialist Lightning Protection Testing for Commercial & Industrial Sites in Reading and London
Certified testing of lightning protection systems in accordance with BS EN 62305:2012.
Why Is Lightning Protection Testing Important?
Lightning protection systems divert electrical energy safely to the ground. Regular testing ensures the system is functional, compliant, and ready to protect your property. We use calibrated meggers and provide a full inspection report with recommendations.
How Do We Test a Lightning Conductor?
- Visual Inspection: Checking physical components and connections.
- Continuity Testing: Ensuring full electrical continuity throughout the system.
- Earth Resistance Testing: Measuring resistance using calibrated test instruments.
How Often Should Lightning Protection Be Tested?
At least once every 12 months. High-risk sites, such as biogas plants, may require more frequent inspections.
What Is the British Standard for Lightning Protection?
We follow BS EN 62305:2012, which governs the design, installation, and maintenance of lightning protection systems.
Can an Electrician Test Lightning Protection?
Lightning protection testing requires specialist equipment and knowledge. It should only be done by trained engineers with experience in BS EN 62305.
Why Choose Us?
- Over 45 years of experience
- Specialists in commercial and biogas systems
- Fully compliant with BS EN 62305
- Detailed reporting and recommendations
- Nationwide service coverage
- Prices: are dependant on the amount of time it takes to travel to site and the complexity of the testing required.
- Price guide: Testing starts normally starts from approximately £200- £275- ex vat, for a simple structure.
- More complex structures such as large schools and commercial buildings are normally charged at commercial rate. Upwards of £295- ex vat
- Discounts are usually given to local community buildings, small churches, and local authority work.
Book Your Lightning Protection Test Today
Protect your people, property, and infrastructure. Contact us now:
- Phone: 0118 976 0239
- Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions about Lightning Protection Testing
How often should lightning protection systems be tested?
According to BS EN 62305, lightning protection systems should be tested at least once every 12 months. In high-risk environments or after severe weather events, more frequent inspections may be necessary.
Do you offer lightning protection testing in Reading and London?
Yes, we provide comprehensive lightning protection testing services across Reading, London, and the South East of England. Our engineers are based locally and respond quickly to ensure compliance and safety.
What standards do your tests follow?
All of our tests are fully compliant with BS EN 62305 and BS 6651 standards. We use calibrated test equipment and provide detailed reports with every inspection.
What does your testing service include?
Our service includes a full visual inspection of the lightning protection system, continuity testing of conductors, earth resistance measurements, and a comprehensive report with any recommended remedial actions.
Can you test systems on commercial or industrial buildings?
Absolutely. We specialise in lightning protection testing for warehouses, data centres, office buildings, schools, and industrial sites throughout Reading, London, and surrounding areas.
We employ a small team of dedicated professionals in pursuit of these goals. We work on both Domestic, Commercial, Schools, Churches and Biogas projects.
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Clients reviews
Frampton Bourne Electrical Ltd
Earthing Equipment Supplies have been very efficient, professional and produce outstanding results. We have now used them a number of times and would highly recommend their services.
Electrical Supervisor Hampshire Hosptials NHS Foundation Trust
Basingstoke Hospital has used Earthing Equipment Supplies for about 4 years to carry out our annual lightning protection testing to various types of high and low-rise buildings throughout the Trust. Earthing Equipment Supplies has proved to be totally professional and met all targets set to complete the testing programme."
Our divisions
We are accreditated
- Biogas "protecting Biogas sites from lightning"
- Lightning Protection testing
- Lightning Protection installation
- Surge Protection (protection against lightning electrical surges)
- Sub-station Earthing
- Generator Earthing
We have been full ATLAS members for 40 years and have current ATLAS design certification
Experienced Technicians
Our Lightning Protection Testing Covers:
- A building survey to ensure the system complies with the British standard.
- Checking of individual positions including joints, earth pits and connections.
- Checking of roof network (if access is possible)
- Testing comprises of three tests, the individual positions, continuity testing of the high level positions and an overall test.
- Following the test a report is issued of the findings and recommendations made if required.
- We are happy to quote on request.
