Car park lighting in Old Trafford
What we do in Old Trafford: new columns, LED lantern upgrades and controls for car parks. Many car parks around Old Trafford still use sodium lanterns on columns that are structurally fine. Swapping just the heads for LED gives whiter, more even light for much less power.
Local car park lighting in Old Trafford
Footpaths from Old Trafford car parks to building entrances often benefit from low-level bollards rather than more columns.
Older columns in Old Trafford sometimes show corrosion at the base. We check condition before fitting new lanterns.
Our teams travel to Old Trafford from across Greater Manchester. Typical nearby jobs include Stretford, Salford and Manchester City Centre, so we can often combine survey visits.
Old Trafford at a glance
What's included
- Testing and certification
- Bollards for footpaths
- Dimming and part-night control
- Structural and condition checks on old columns
Guide prices in Old Trafford
Typical budgets for Old Trafford premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £785 – £1,470 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £195 – £490 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £295 – £490 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,250 – £11,750 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Old Trafford
External lighting in Old Trafford 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.
Old Trafford FAQs
Which rules apply to lighting work in Old Trafford?
Fire safety duties come from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For new lighting, Approved Document L sets the energy efficiency requirements. We design and certify work to BS 7671 and, for emergency lighting, BS 5266-1.
Do you remove the old fittings in Old Trafford?
Yes. Old fittings are removed, and fluorescent tubes are recycled as hazardous waste through an authorised route, with paperwork for your records.
Can you work out of hours in Old Trafford?
Yes. Evening, weekend and phased working is common for Old Trafford offices, shops and warehouses, so the business keeps running.
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.
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