External and security lighting in South Glamorgan
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 South Glamorgan, including Cardiff, Barry and Penarth.
External and security lighting work in South Glamorgan
Many South Glamorgan businesses combine external lighting with car park and yard upgrades in a single visit.
Photocell and timer control lets South Glamorgan 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
- LED wall packs and bulkheads for entrances and fire exits
- Weatherproof installation and certification
Guide prices in South Glamorgan
Typical budgets for South Glamorgan, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £775 – £1,455 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £290 | per day |
Example: 8 LED floodlights around a business unit, about £1,550 – £3,900 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in South Glamorgan
External lighting in South Glamorgan is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet the Welsh Approved Document L where it applies.
External and security lighting by town in South Glamorgan
- External and security lighting in Cardiff
- External and security lighting in Barry
- External and security lighting in Penarth
- External and security lighting in Cowbridge
- External and security lighting in Ely
- External and security lighting in Llantwit Major
- External and security lighting in Pentwyn
- External and security lighting in Pentyrch
- External and security lighting in Rhiwbina
- External and security lighting in Trowbridge
External and security lighting FAQs for South Glamorgan
Which towns in South Glamorgan do you cover?
All of South Glamorgan, including Cardiff, Barry and Penarth. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in South Glamorgan?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in South Glamorgan must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Can lighting help our CCTV?
Yes. Even, well-aimed white light with good colour rendering gives cameras clearer images than patchy, glaring lights.
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.