Fit-out and new-build lighting in Tyne and Wear
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 Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and South Shields.
Fit-out and new-build lighting work in Tyne and Wear
Fit-outs in Tyne and Wear need lighting that meets current energy rules on the day building control signs off, so we check efficacy at design stage.
We coordinate with ceiling and partition trades on Tyne and Wear fit-outs so first fix is done before ceilings close.
What's included
- Part L (or national equivalent) efficacy evidence for building control
- First-fix containment and cabling, second-fix luminaires
- Coordination with ceiling, partition and M&E trades
- Emergency lighting designed to BS 5266-1
Guide prices in Tyne and Wear
Typical budgets for Tyne and Wear, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED batten (complete luminaire) | £75 – £190 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £55 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £145 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 80 LED fittings and 20 emergency fittings in a new office fit-out, about £4,950 – £14,250 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Tyne and Wear
Fire safety duties for premises in Tyne and Wear come from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Whoever is responsible for fire safety must make sure escape routes are lit if the normal supply fails, and that the system is tested and maintained.
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 Tyne and Wear
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- South Shields
- Gateshead
- Washington
- Tynemouth
- Wallsend
- Newburn
- North Shields
- Whitley Bay
- Houghton-Le-Spring
- Felling
- Jarrow
- Gosforth
- Hebburn
- Whickham
- Blaydon-on-Tyne
- Blaydon
- Brunswick
- Byker
- Castletown
- Longbenton
Fit-out and new-build lighting FAQs for Tyne and Wear
How are prices set in Tyne and Wear?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Which towns in Tyne and Wear do you cover?
All of Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and South Shields. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Do you work as a subcontractor?
Yes. We can work for a main contractor or directly for the occupier.