Commercial lighting in Oban
Oban is a local centre in Argyll and Bute. We handle LED upgrades, emergency lighting and testing, external and car park lighting and maintenance for Oban premises, with a free survey and fixed price.
Working in Oban
We cover the whole of Oban, including the PA34 postcode district, and nearby places such as Lochdon.
We cover Oban by arrangement. Because of travel and access, visits are usually grouped with other work in Argyll and Bute, so please allow more time for a survey and tell us about any ferry or access constraints.
Lighting services in Oban
More services across Argyll and Bute
- Lighting surveys and lux testing
- Architectural and facade lighting
- Commercial lighting design
- LED high bay lighting
- Fit-out and new-build lighting
Guide prices in Oban
Typical budgets for Oban premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £800 – £1,500 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED high bay | £150 – £400 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Annual 3-hour emergency lighting test | £125 – £400 | per visit, small system |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £150 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
Rules that apply in Oban
Emergency lighting in Oban falls under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. The responsible person must make sure people can see their way out if the power fails, and keep records of testing.
In Oban, new and replacement lighting is judged against Section 6 of the Scottish building standards, so we choose fittings with efficacy to spare and keep the evidence on file.
Oban FAQs
Can you work out of hours in Oban?
Yes. Evening, weekend and phased working is common for Oban offices, shops and warehouses, so the business keeps running.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. After the survey you get a fixed price for the scope agreed. If you add to the scope later, we price the extra before doing it.
Who does the work in Oban?
Work is carried out by vetted electricians working under S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is responsible for the job and invoices you directly.
Which rules apply to lighting work in Oban?
Fire safety duties come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. For new lighting, Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the energy efficiency requirements. We design and certify work to BS 7671 and, for emergency lighting, BS 5266-1.