Floodlighting in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Commercial floodlighting uses high-output LED floodlights on walls, columns or masts to light yards, loading areas, compounds and storage areas. We cover Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, including Aberdeen, Peterhead and Aboyne.
Floodlighting work in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Yards in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire need light where trailers are loaded and people walk, which is where asymmetric LED floods earn their keep.
What's included
- Lighting designed around vehicle movements
- Photocell, timer and sensor control
- Asymmetric optics to cut glare and spill
- Wall, column and mast-mounted LED floodlights
Guide prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Typical budgets for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, 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 |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: 6 LED floodlights for a yard and loading area, about £1,200 – £3,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
External lighting in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet Section 6 of the Scottish building standards where it applies.
Towns we cover in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
- Aberdeen
- Peterhead
- Aboyne
- Alford
- Ballatar
- Banchory
- Banff
- Bridge of Don
- Dyce
- Ellon
- Fraserburgh
- Huntly
- Insch
- Inverurie
- Laurencekirk
- Macduff
- Milltimber
- Montrose
- Portlethen
- Stonehaven
- Strathdon
- Turriff
- Westhill
Floodlighting FAQs for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Which towns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire do you cover?
All of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, including Aberdeen, Peterhead and Aboyne. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the efficiency that new lighting in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
How bright should yard lighting be?
It depends on the activity. BS EN 12464-2 covers outdoor workplaces, and we design to the task, such as loading or vehicle movements.