External and security lighting in County Durham
External commercial lighting covers entrances, walkways, loading doors, yards and building perimeters, using LED wall packs, bulkheads, floodlights and columns controlled by photocells, timers or sensors. We cover County Durham, including Darlington, Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees.
External and security lighting work in County Durham
Photocell and timer control lets County Durham premises keep routes lit when staff are around and dim later at night.
Business units in County Durham often have old SON floodlights over the yard and halogen bulkheads by the doors. LED replacements use far less power and come on instantly.
What's included
- Floodlights for yards and loading areas
- 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 County Durham
Typical budgets for County Durham, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £190 – £475 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £760 – £1,425 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £75 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £285 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,500 – £3,800 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in County Durham
External lighting in County Durham 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.
External and security lighting by town in County Durham
- External and security lighting in Darlington
- External and security lighting in Hartlepool
- External and security lighting in Stockton-on-Tees
- External and security lighting in Durham
- External and security lighting in Chester-le-Street
- External and security lighting in Billingham
- External and security lighting in Stanley
- External and security lighting in Consett
- External and security lighting in Newton Aycliffe
- External and security lighting in Bishop Auckland
- External and security lighting in Seaham
- External and security lighting in Peterlee
- External and security lighting in Spennymoor
- External and security lighting in Cotherstone
- External and security lighting in Esh
- External and security lighting in Ferryhill
- External and security lighting in Halnaby Ave
- External and security lighting in Hutton Henry
- External and security lighting in Lcp Stanhope and Wolsingham Parishes And
- External and security lighting in Monk Hesleden
- External and security lighting in Sedgefield
- External and security lighting in Shadforth
- External and security lighting in Shildon
- External and security lighting in Stanhope
- External and security lighting in Trimdon
- External and security lighting in Trindon
External and security lighting FAQs for County Durham
What energy rules apply to new lighting in County Durham?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in County Durham must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
How are prices set in County Durham?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Can lighting help our CCTV?
Yes. Even, well-aimed white light with good colour rendering gives cameras clearer images than patchy, glaring lights.
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.