External and security lighting in Edinburgh and the Lothians
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 Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh.
External and security lighting work in Edinburgh and the Lothians
For Edinburgh and the Lothians sites with CCTV, we aim external lighting to give cameras even coverage rather than glare.
Business units in Edinburgh and the Lothians 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
- LED wall packs and bulkheads for entrances and fire exits
- Photocell, timeclock and PIR control
- Floodlights for yards and loading areas
- Weatherproof installation and certification
Guide prices in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Typical budgets for Edinburgh and the Lothians, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| 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.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh and the Lothians
External lighting in Edinburgh and the Lothians 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.
External and security lighting by town in Edinburgh and the Lothians
- External and security lighting in Edinburgh
- External and security lighting in Livingston
- External and security lighting in Musselburgh
- External and security lighting in Bathgate
- External and security lighting in Bonnyrigg
- External and security lighting in Penicuik
- External and security lighting in Broxburn
- External and security lighting in Armadale
- External and security lighting in Arniston
- External and security lighting in Dalkeith
- External and security lighting in Davidson's Mains, Barnton and Cramond
- External and security lighting in Dunbar
- External and security lighting in East Linton
- External and security lighting in Gorgie, Stenhouse and Sighthill
- External and security lighting in Granton and Trinity
- External and security lighting in Gullane
- External and security lighting in Haddington
- External and security lighting in Humbie
- External and security lighting in Juniper Green, Currie and Balerno
- External and security lighting in Kirkliston
- External and security lighting in Kirknewton
- External and security lighting in Leith
- External and security lighting in Liberton and Craigmillar
- External and security lighting in Linlithgow
- External and security lighting in Loanhead
- External and security lighting in Morningside, Braid Hill and Swanston
- External and security lighting in Newbridge and Ratho
- External and security lighting in North Berwick
- External and security lighting in Ormiston
- External and security lighting in Pathhead
- External and security lighting in Pencaitland
- External and security lighting in Portobello
- External and security lighting in Prestonpans
- External and security lighting in Queensferry
- External and security lighting in Rosewell
- External and security lighting in Roslin
- External and security lighting in Tranent
- External and security lighting in West Calder
- External and security lighting in Whitburn
External and security lighting FAQs for Edinburgh and the Lothians
Which towns in Edinburgh and the Lothians do you cover?
All of Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
How are prices set in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Should external lights be on all night?
Not necessarily. Photocells with timers or presence sensors can keep routes lit when people are around and dim or switch off later, saving energy and reducing light spill.
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.