Car park lighting in Plymouth
New columns, LED lantern upgrades and controls for car parks. For Plymouth retail and business parks, part-night dimming keeps the car park safe while cutting overnight energy use.

Local car park lighting in Plymouth
Older columns in Plymouth sometimes show corrosion at the base. We check condition before fitting new lanterns.
Footpaths from Plymouth car parks to building entrances often benefit from low-level bollards rather than more columns.
For Plymouth premises we plan works around opening hours, deliveries and shared access, which matters on mixed-use estates and high streets.
Plymouth at a glance
What's included
- New columns with foundations, ducts and cabling
- Bollards for footpaths
- Testing and certification
- Dimming and part-night control
Guide prices in Plymouth
Typical budgets for Plymouth premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £815 – £1,530 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £205 – £510 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £305 – £510 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,550 – £12,250 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Plymouth
External lighting in Plymouth is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet Approved Document L where it applies.
Plymouth FAQs
How quickly can you survey in Plymouth?
Most surveys in Plymouth can be booked within a few working days. Tell us about any deadlines, such as a lease end or a fire risk assessment action, and we will try to fit around them.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. After the survey you get a fixed price for the scope agreed. If you add to the scope later, we price the extra before doing it.
Do you remove the old fittings in Plymouth?
Yes. Old fittings are removed, and fluorescent tubes are recycled as hazardous waste through an authorised route, with paperwork for your records.
What do new lighting columns cost?
As a budget, a 6 m column with an LED lantern, foundation and a moderate cable run is around £800–£1,500 each, excluding VAT. Difficult ground, reinstatement or a new supply can increase this.
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