External and security lighting in Herefordshire
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 Herefordshire, including Hereford, Allensmore and Bromyard.
External and security lighting work in Herefordshire
On Herefordshire estates with homes nearby, we choose low-glare optics and aim fittings down to keep light where it is needed.
Fire exit doors in Herefordshire buildings need a light outside so people can see the way to a place of safety.
What's included
- Photocell, timeclock and PIR control
- Weatherproof installation and certification
- Low-glare optics to avoid nuisance to neighbours
- Floodlights for yards and loading areas
Guide prices in Herefordshire
Typical budgets for Herefordshire, 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 Herefordshire
External lighting in Herefordshire 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 Herefordshire
- External and security lighting in Hereford
- External and security lighting in Allensmore
- External and security lighting in Bromyard
- External and security lighting in Burghill
- External and security lighting in Clifford
- External and security lighting in Hampton Bishop
- External and security lighting in Ledbury
- External and security lighting in Leominster
- External and security lighting in Ross-on-Wye
External and security lighting FAQs for Herefordshire
Which fire safety law applies in Herefordshire?
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.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Herefordshire?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Herefordshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.
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.