External and security lighting in Greater Manchester
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 Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham and Wigan.
External and security lighting work in Greater Manchester
Many Greater Manchester businesses combine external lighting with car park and yard upgrades in a single visit.
Photocell and timer control lets Greater Manchester premises keep routes lit when staff are around and dim later at night.
What's included
- Low-glare optics to avoid nuisance to neighbours
- Lighting set up to support CCTV coverage
- Photocell, timeclock and PIR control
- Floodlights for yards and loading areas
Guide prices in Greater Manchester
Typical budgets for Greater Manchester, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £490 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £785 – £1,470 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £295 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,550 – £3,900 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Greater Manchester
External lighting in Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester
- External and security lighting in Manchester
- External and security lighting in Oldham
- External and security lighting in Wigan
- External and security lighting in Bolton
- External and security lighting in Stockport
- External and security lighting in Salford
- External and security lighting in Rochdale
- External and security lighting in Sale
- External and security lighting in Bury
- External and security lighting in Altrincham
- External and security lighting in Middleton
- External and security lighting in Ashton-under-Lyne
- External and security lighting in Leigh
- External and security lighting in Stretford
- External and security lighting in Urmston
- External and security lighting in Chadderton
- External and security lighting in Eccles
- External and security lighting in Tyldesley
- External and security lighting in Hyde
- External and security lighting in Walkden
- External and security lighting in Prestwich
- External and security lighting in Radcliffe
- External and security lighting in Cheadle Hulme
- External and security lighting in Heywood
- External and security lighting in Denton
- External and security lighting in Stalybridge
- External and security lighting in Ashton in Makerfield
- External and security lighting in Westhoughton
- External and security lighting in Farnworth
- External and security lighting in Saddleworth
- External and security lighting in Hindley
- External and security lighting in Droylsden
- External and security lighting in Whitefield
- External and security lighting in Swinton
- External and security lighting in Royton
- External and security lighting in Atherton
- External and security lighting in Old Trafford
- External and security lighting in Dukinfield
- External and security lighting in Failsworth
- External and security lighting in Hazel Grove
- External and security lighting in Irlam
- External and security lighting in Horwich
- External and security lighting in Manchester City Centre
- External and security lighting in Bramhall
- External and security lighting in Ramsbottom
- External and security lighting in Bredbury
- External and security lighting in Longsight
- External and security lighting in Mossley
- External and security lighting in Partington
- External and security lighting in Ringway
External and security lighting FAQs for Greater Manchester
Which towns in Greater Manchester do you cover?
All of Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham and Wigan. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in Greater Manchester?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
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.