Architectural and facade lighting in Herefordshire
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Herefordshire, including Hereford, Allensmore and Bromyard.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Herefordshire
Facade lighting in Herefordshire 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
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
Guide prices in Herefordshire
Typical budgets for Herefordshire, 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 Herefordshire
Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments) asks for new general lighting to average at least 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt, or to use the LENI method. The 2026 edition raises this to more than 105 for work under it from 24 March 2027.
Towns we cover in Herefordshire
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Herefordshire
Which towns in Herefordshire do you cover?
All of Herefordshire, including Hereford, Allensmore and Bromyard. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
How are prices set in Herefordshire?
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.