Architectural and facade lighting in Argyll and Bute
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Argyll and Bute, including Ardrishaig, Ballygrant and Bowmore.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Argyll and Bute
Facade lighting in Argyll and Bute works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
We cover Argyll and Bute 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.
What's included
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Glare and light-spill control
- Landscape and path bollards
Guide prices in Argyll and Bute
Typical budgets for Argyll and Bute, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £200 – £500 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £800 – £1,500 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £2,000 – £5,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Argyll and Bute
Standard 6.5 of the Scottish building standards covers efficient, controllable lighting. The non-domestic guidance uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, or LENI.
Towns we cover in Argyll and Bute
- Ardrishaig
- Ballygrant
- Bowmore
- Bridge of Orchy
- Bunessan
- Cairndow
- Campbeltown
- Crossapol
- Dunoon
- Helensburgh
- Lochdon
- Lochgilphead
- Lochgoilhead
- Oban
- Port Askaig
- Port Charlotte
- Port Ellen
- Portnahaven
- Rothesay
- Scalasaig
- Strachur
- Tighnabruaich
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Argyll and Bute
How are prices set in Argyll and Bute?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Which towns in Argyll and Bute do you cover?
All of Argyll and Bute, including Ardrishaig, Ballygrant and Bowmore. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Do I need planning permission for facade lighting?
Sometimes, particularly in conservation areas or where lighting is prominent. Check with your local planning authority before installing.