Floodlighting in East Sussex
Commercial floodlighting uses high-output LED floodlights on walls, columns or masts to light yards, loading areas, compounds and storage areas. We cover East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings.

Floodlighting work in East Sussex
Yards in East Sussex need light where trailers are loaded and people walk, which is where asymmetric LED floods earn their keep.
What's included
- Access equipment and safe working at height
- Photocell, timer and sensor control
- Wall, column and mast-mounted LED floodlights
- Asymmetric optics to cut glare and spill
Guide prices in East Sussex
Typical budgets for East Sussex, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| 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 |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £160 – £320 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £320 – £535 | per day |
Example: 6 LED floodlights for a yard and loading area, about £1,300 – £3,200 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in East Sussex
External lighting in East Sussex 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.
Towns we cover in East Sussex
- Brighton
- Eastbourne
- Hastings
- Hove
- Bexhill-on-Sea
- Hailsham
- Seaford
- Rottingdean
- Crowborough
- Portslade
- Peacehaven
- Uckfield
- Lewes
- Battle
- Burwash
- Forest Row
- Hartfield
- Heathfield
- Icklesham
- Long Man
- Mayfield
- Newhaven
- Peasmarsh
- Ringmer
- Salehurst
- Wadhurst
- Westham
Floodlighting FAQs for East Sussex
Which fire safety law applies in East Sussex?
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.
Which towns in East Sussex do you cover?
All of East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
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.