Car park lighting in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
Car park lighting is the lighting of parking areas, access roads and footpaths, usually with LED lanterns on columns or wall-mounted floodlights. We cover Glasgow and Dunbartonshire, including Glasgow, Bearsden and Newton Mearns.
Car park lighting work in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
Older columns in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire sometimes show corrosion at the base. We check condition before fitting new lanterns.
Footpaths from Glasgow and Dunbartonshire car parks to building entrances often benefit from low-level bollards rather than more columns.
What's included
- Structural and condition checks on old columns
- Testing and certification
- LED lantern replacements on existing columns
- New columns with foundations, ducts and cabling
Guide prices in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
Typical budgets for Glasgow and Dunbartonshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £800 – £1,500 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £200 – £500 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,400 – £12,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
External lighting in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet Section 6 of the Scottish building standards where it applies.
Car park lighting by town in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
- Car park lighting in Glasgow
- Car park lighting in Bearsden
- Car park lighting in Newton Mearns
- Car park lighting in Clydebank
- Car park lighting in Alexandria
- Car park lighting in Bishopbriggs
- Car park lighting in Dumbarton
- Car park lighting in Kirkintilloch
- Car park lighting in Barrhead
- Car park lighting in Clarkston
- Car park lighting in Giffnock
- Car park lighting in Milngavie
Car park lighting FAQs for Glasgow and Dunbartonshire
Which towns in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire do you cover?
All of Glasgow and Dunbartonshire, including Glasgow, Bearsden and Newton Mearns. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire?
The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
Can car park lighting be dimmed overnight?
Yes. LED lanterns can be dimmed or switched to a lower level in the small hours, often with presence override.
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.