Architectural and facade lighting in Dundee and Angus
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Dundee and Angus, including Dundee, Arbroath and Brechin.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Dundee and Angus
Facade lighting in Dundee and Angus works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Glare and light-spill control
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Timeclock and photocell control
Guide prices in Dundee and Angus
Typical budgets for Dundee and Angus, 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 Dundee and Angus
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 Dundee and Angus
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Dundee and Angus
Which towns in Dundee and Angus do you cover?
All of Dundee and Angus, including Dundee, Arbroath and Brechin. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in Dundee and Angus?
The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
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.