LED high bay lighting in Berkshire
High bay lighting is lighting designed for tall spaces, typically with mounting heights of about six metres and above, such as factories, workshops, sports halls and trade counters. We cover Berkshire, including Reading, Slough and Bracknell.
LED high bay lighting work in Berkshire
We fit high bays in Berkshire from scissor or boom lifts, with the floor below zoned off and existing circuits isolated first.
Sports halls in Berkshire need ball-resistant high bays or guards. We specify impact-rated fittings where balls are in play.
What's included
- Ball-impact-rated fittings or guards in sports halls
- Certification and lux readings on completion
- Removal and recycling of old lamps and gear
- Lift or scaffold access and safe isolation of existing circuits
Guide prices in Berkshire
Typical budgets for Berkshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED high bay | £160 – £430 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £160 – £320 | per day |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £45 – £85 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £55 – £160 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 30 LED high bays in a workshop, with 2 days of lift hire, about £5,150 – £13,500 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Berkshire
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 Berkshire
- Reading
- Slough
- Bracknell
- Maidenhead
- Wokingham
- Newbury
- Lower Earley
- Windsor
- Crowthorne
- Thatcham
- Sandhurst
- Ascot
- Bucklebury
- Hungerford
- Sulhamstead
- Twyford
- Woodley
LED high bay lighting FAQs for Berkshire
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Berkshire?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Berkshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which fire safety law applies in Berkshire?
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.
What is the difference between a high bay and a low bay?
High bays are designed for tall spaces, usually above six metres, with optics that throw light down to the floor. Low bays are for lower ceilings and spread light more widely.
How long do LED high bays last?
Quality LED high bays are typically rated for tens of thousands of hours. Check the manufacturer's rated life and warranty on the specific fitting quoted.