Architectural and facade lighting in Powys
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Powys, including Caersws, Castle Caereinion and Duhonw.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Powys
Facade lighting in Powys works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Glare and light-spill control
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Facade washing and grazing
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
Guide prices in Powys
Typical budgets for Powys, 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 Powys
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 Powys
- Caersws
- Castle Caereinion
- Duhonw
- Glantwymyn
- Knighton
- Llanbrynmair
- Llanddew
- Llandrindod Wells
- Llangamarch
- Llangattock
- Llanidloes
- Llanllwchaiarn
- Llansantffraid
- Montgomery
- Presteigne
- Rhayader
- Treflys
- Ystradgynlais
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Powys
Which towns in Powys do you cover?
All of Powys, including Caersws, Castle Caereinion and Duhonw. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in Powys?
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.
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.