External and security lighting in Portobello
What we do in Portobello: wall packs, bulkheads and sensors for entrances, yards and perimeters. Fire exit doors in Portobello buildings need a light outside so people can see the way to a place of safety.
Local external and security lighting in Portobello
Business units in Portobello often have old SON floodlights over the yard and halogen bulkheads by the doors. LED replacements use far less power and come on instantly.
On Portobello estates with homes nearby, we choose low-glare optics and aim fittings down to keep light where it is needed.
Our teams travel to Portobello from across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Typical nearby jobs include Liberton and Craigmillar, Musselburgh and Leith, so we can often combine survey visits.
Portobello at a glance
What's included
- Lighting set up to support CCTV coverage
- Photocell, timeclock and PIR control
- Weatherproof installation and certification
- Low-glare optics to avoid nuisance to neighbours
Guide prices in Portobello
Typical budgets for Portobello 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 Portobello
External lighting in Portobello 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.
Portobello FAQs
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.
Can you work out of hours in Portobello?
Yes. Evening, weekend and phased working is common for Portobello offices, shops and warehouses, so the business keeps running.
How quickly can you survey in Portobello?
Most surveys in Portobello can be booked within a few working days. Tell us about any deadlines, such as a lease end or a fire risk assessment action, and we will try to fit around them.
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.
External and security lighting near Portobello
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