External and security lighting in Dover
In short: wall packs, bulkheads and sensors for entrances, yards and perimeters. For Dover sites with CCTV, we aim external lighting to give cameras even coverage rather than glare.

Local external and security lighting in Dover
Photocell and timer control lets Dover premises keep routes lit when staff are around and dim later at night.
Fire exit doors in Dover buildings need a light outside so people can see the way to a place of safety.
We cover the whole of Dover, including the CT17, CT16 and CT15 postcode districts, and nearby places such as Whitfield, Folkestone and Hawkinge.
Dover at a glance
What's included
- LED wall packs and bulkheads for entrances and fire exits
- Lighting set up to support CCTV coverage
- Floodlights for yards and loading areas
- Weatherproof installation and certification
Guide prices in Dover
Typical budgets for Dover premises, supplied and installed, excluding VAT.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £215 – £535 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £855 – £1,605 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £45 – £85 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £160 – £320 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,700 – £4,300 excluding VAT. Fixed price after a free survey.
Rules that apply in Dover
External lighting in Dover 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.
Dover FAQs
How quickly can you survey in Dover?
Most surveys in Dover 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.
Which rules apply to lighting work in Dover?
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.
Who does the work in Dover?
Work is carried out by vetted electricians working under S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is responsible for the job and invoices you directly.
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 Dover
- External and security lighting in Whitfield
- External and security lighting in Folkestone
- External and security lighting in Hawkinge
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