Architectural and facade lighting in Leicestershire
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Leicestershire
Facade lighting in Leicestershire works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Facade washing and grazing
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Glare and light-spill control
Guide prices in Leicestershire
Typical budgets for Leicestershire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £490 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £785 – £1,470 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £295 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £295 – £490 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £1,950 – £4,900 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Leicestershire
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 Leicestershire
- Leicester
- Loughborough
- Hinckley
- Coalville
- Wigston Magna
- Melton Mowbray
- Oadby
- Earl Shilton
- Humberstone
- Mountsorrel
- Evington
- Glen Parva
- Braunstone
- Ashby-de-la-Zouch
- Barkby
- Gilmorton
- Groby
- Kilby
- Lockington
- Market Bosworth
- Narborough
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Leicestershire
Which fire safety law applies in Leicestershire?
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.
Which towns in Leicestershire do you cover?
All of Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley. 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.