Architectural and facade lighting in Gwynedd
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Gwynedd, including Bangor, Aberdovey and Aberffraw.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Gwynedd
Facade lighting in Gwynedd works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Glare and light-spill control
- Landscape and path bollards
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Facade washing and grazing
Guide prices in Gwynedd
Typical budgets for Gwynedd, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £775 – £1,455 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £290 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £290 – £485 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £1,950 – £4,850 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Gwynedd
The Welsh Approved Document L Volume 2 (2022) uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, with alternatives such as LENI. A new Welsh edition takes effect from 4 March 2027 with a higher figure of more than 105.
Towns we cover in Gwynedd
- Bangor
- Aberdovey
- Aberffraw
- Amlwch
- Arthog
- Bala
- Barmouth
- Beaumaris
- Bodorgan
- Brithdir
- Bryncrug
- Buan
- Criccieth
- Dolbenmaen
- Dyffryn Ardudwy
- Ffestiniog
- Harlech
- Llanbadrig
- Llanbedr
- Llandygai
- Llaneugrad
- Llanfair-Mathafarn-Eithaf
- Llanfihangel Ysgeifiog
- Llangefni
- Llangelynin
- Llanllyfni
- Llannerch-Y-Medd
- Llanrug
- Moelfre
- Penrhyndeudraeth
- Pentraeth
- Penysarn
- Porthmadog
- Rhosneigr
- Rhosybol
- Talsarnau
- Valley
- Y Felinheli
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Gwynedd
Which fire safety law applies in Gwynedd?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
How are prices set in Gwynedd?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
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.