External and security lighting in Oban
What we do in Oban: wall packs, bulkheads and sensors for entrances, yards and perimeters. Business units in Oban often have old SON floodlights over the yard and halogen bulkheads by the doors. LED replacements use far less power and come on instantly.
Local external and security lighting in Oban
Photocell and timer control lets Oban premises keep routes lit when staff are around and dim later at night.
Fire exit doors in Oban buildings need a light outside so people can see the way to a place of safety.
Oban is a local centre, covered by postcode district PA34. We regularly work across Argyll and Bute, so access, parking and out-of-hours working are planned before we arrive.
We cover Oban by arrangement. Because of travel and access, visits are usually grouped with other work in Argyll and Bute, so please allow more time for a survey and tell us about any ferry or access constraints.
Oban at a glance
What's included
- Weatherproof installation and certification
- Photocell, timeclock and PIR control
- LED wall packs and bulkheads for entrances and fire exits
- Lighting set up to support CCTV coverage
Guide prices in Oban
Typical budgets for Oban premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| 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 |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,600 – £4,000 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Oban
External lighting in Oban 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.
Oban FAQs
Do you cover all of Oban?
Yes. We work across Oban and the PA34 postcode district, plus nearby places such as Lochdon.
Which rules apply to lighting work in Oban?
Fire safety duties come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. For new lighting, Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the energy efficiency requirements. We design and certify work to BS 7671 and, for emergency lighting, BS 5266-1.
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.
What do LED floodlights cost?
As a budget, an LED floodlight costs around £200–£500 installed, depending on output, mounting height and access, excluding VAT.