Architectural and facade lighting in Shropshire
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Shropshire, including Telford, Shrewsbury and Loughton.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Shropshire
Facade lighting in Shropshire works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Landscape and path bollards
Guide prices in Shropshire
Typical budgets for Shropshire, 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 Shropshire
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 Shropshire
- Telford
- Shrewsbury
- Loughton
- Wellington
- Oswestry
- Ryton
- Albrighton
- Bridgnorth
- Broseley
- Chetton
- Church Stretton
- Cleobury Mortimer
- Ellesmere
- Hopesay
- Longden
- Ludlow
- Lydham
- Madeley
- Much Wenlock
- Myddle
- Newport
- Oswestry Rural
- Rodington
- Shifnal
- St Georges and Priorslee
- Sutton upon Tern
- Whitchurch Rural
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Shropshire
How are prices set in Shropshire?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Which fire safety law applies in Shropshire?
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.