Fit-out and new-build lighting in Oxfordshire
Fit-out lighting is the installation of new lighting, controls and emergency lighting during a commercial fit-out, refurbishment or new-build, from first-fix containment and cabling to second-fix luminaires and commissioning. We cover Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury and Abingdon.
Fit-out and new-build lighting work in Oxfordshire
We coordinate with ceiling and partition trades on Oxfordshire fit-outs so first fix is done before ceilings close.
Fit-outs in Oxfordshire need lighting that meets current energy rules on the day building control signs off, so we check efficacy at design stage.
What's included
- Coordination with ceiling, partition and M&E trades
- Controls designed in, not bolted on
- Emergency lighting designed to BS 5266-1
- Part L (or national equivalent) efficacy evidence for building control
Guide prices in Oxfordshire
Typical budgets for Oxfordshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £55 – £160 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED batten (complete luminaire) | £85 – £215 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £65 – £160 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| DALI dimming and control | £55 – £160 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 80 LED fittings and 20 emergency fittings in a new office fit-out, about £5,550 – £16,050 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Oxfordshire
For buildings in Oxfordshire, the duty to provide adequate emergency lighting where escape routes need it, and to keep it tested, sits with the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments) asks for new general lighting to average at least 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt, or to use the LENI method. The 2026 edition raises this to more than 105 for work under it from 24 March 2027.
Towns we cover in Oxfordshire
- Oxford
- Banbury
- Abingdon
- Bicester
- Didcot
- Witney
- Cowley
- Carterton
- Chadlington
- Chesterton
- Chinnor
- Cuddesdon
- Eynsham
- Fringford
- Holton
- Kidlington
- Marcham
- Rotherfield Greys
- Shellingford
- Tadmarton
- Thame
- Wallingford
- Wantage
- Watlington
- Whitchurch-on-Thames
- Woodstock
Fit-out and new-build lighting FAQs for Oxfordshire
Which towns in Oxfordshire do you cover?
All of Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury and Abingdon. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in Oxfordshire?
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.
Do you work as a subcontractor?
Yes. We can work for a main contractor or directly for the occupier.