External and security lighting in Ferndown
Wall packs, bulkheads and sensors for entrances, yards and perimeters. Business units in Ferndown 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 Ferndown
Fire exit doors in Ferndown buildings need a light outside so people can see the way to a place of safety.
On Ferndown estates with homes nearby, we choose low-glare optics and aim fittings down to keep light where it is needed.
Ferndown sits within Dorset. We work throughout the BH22, BH21 and BH11 postcode districts and surrounding places, including Colehill, Wimborne Minster and Verwood.
Ferndown at a glance
What's included
- Weatherproof installation and certification
- Low-glare optics to avoid nuisance to neighbours
- LED wall packs and bulkheads for entrances and fire exits
- Lighting set up to support CCTV coverage
Guide prices in Ferndown
Typical budgets for Ferndown premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £205 – £510 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £815 – £1,530 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £155 – £305 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,650 – £4,100 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Ferndown
External lighting in Ferndown 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.
Ferndown FAQs
Do you cover all of Ferndown?
Yes. We work across Ferndown and the BH22, BH21 and BH11 postcode districts, plus nearby places such as Colehill, Wimborne Minster and Verwood.
Which rules apply to lighting work in Ferndown?
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 Ferndown?
Yes. Old fittings are removed, and fluorescent tubes are recycled as hazardous waste through an authorised route, with paperwork for your records.
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.
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