LED high bay lighting in the City of Bristol
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 the City of Bristol, including Bristol, Bristol and Bristol.
LED high bay lighting work in the City of Bristol
We fit high bays in the City of Bristol from scissor or boom lifts, with the floor below zoned off and existing circuits isolated first.
Replacing sodium high bays in City of Bristol also improves colour rendering, which matters in workshops where people check finishes and wiring colours.
What's included
- Certification and lux readings on completion
- Dimming and presence control where areas are used intermittently
- Round or linear LED high bays chosen for mounting height and task
- Lift or scaffold access and safe isolation of existing circuits
Guide prices in the City of Bristol
Typical budgets for the City of Bristol, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED high bay | £155 – £410 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £155 – £305 | per day |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £155 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 30 LED high bays in a workshop, with 2 days of lift hire, about £4,900 – £12,850 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in the City of Bristol
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 the City of Bristol
LED high bay lighting FAQs for the City of Bristol
What energy rules apply to new lighting in the City of Bristol?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in the City of Bristol must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which towns in the City of Bristol do you cover?
All of the City of Bristol, including Bristol, Bristol and Bristol. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
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.
Can LED high bays be dimmed?
Yes. Most LED high bays are available with DALI or 1–10 V dimming and can be paired with presence and daylight sensors.