Floodlighting in Greater Manchester
Commercial floodlighting uses high-output LED floodlights on walls, columns or masts to light yards, loading areas, compounds and storage areas. We cover Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham and Wigan.
Floodlighting work in Greater Manchester
Yards in Greater Manchester need light where trailers are loaded and people walk, which is where asymmetric LED floods earn their keep.
What's included
- Wall, column and mast-mounted LED floodlights
- Access equipment and safe working at height
- Testing and certification
- Lighting designed around vehicle movements
Guide prices in Greater Manchester
Typical budgets for Greater Manchester, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £490 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £785 – £1,470 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £295 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £295 – £490 | per day |
Example: 6 LED floodlights for a yard and loading area, about £1,200 – £2,950 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Greater Manchester
External lighting in Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester
- Manchester
- Oldham
- Wigan
- Bolton
- Stockport
- Salford
- Rochdale
- Sale
- Bury
- Altrincham
- Middleton
- Ashton-under-Lyne
- Leigh
- Stretford
- Urmston
- Chadderton
- Eccles
- Tyldesley
- Hyde
- Walkden
- Prestwich
- Radcliffe
- Cheadle Hulme
- Heywood
- Denton
- Stalybridge
- Ashton in Makerfield
- Westhoughton
- Farnworth
- Saddleworth
- Hindley
- Droylsden
- Whitefield
- Swinton
- Royton
- Atherton
- Old Trafford
- Dukinfield
- Failsworth
- Hazel Grove
- Irlam
- Horwich
- Manchester City Centre
- Bramhall
- Ramsbottom
- Bredbury
- Longsight
- Mossley
- Partington
- Ringway
Floodlighting FAQs for Greater Manchester
Which fire safety law applies in Greater Manchester?
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 Greater Manchester do you cover?
All of Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham and Wigan. 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.