LED high bay lighting in Edinburgh and the Lothians
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 Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh.
LED high bay lighting work in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Workshops and factories around Edinburgh and the Lothians often have high bays mounted at seven to ten metres, which is where LED's instant start and dimming make the biggest difference.
We fit high bays in Edinburgh and the Lothians from scissor or boom lifts, with the floor below zoned off and existing circuits isolated first.
What's included
- Ball-impact-rated fittings or guards in sports halls
- Certification and lux readings on completion
- Lift or scaffold access and safe isolation of existing circuits
- Dimming and presence control where areas are used intermittently
Guide prices in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Typical budgets for Edinburgh and the Lothians, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED high bay | £150 – £400 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £150 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 30 LED high bays in a workshop, with 2 days of lift hire, about £4,800 – £12,600 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Standard 6.5 of the Scottish building standards covers efficient, controllable lighting. The non-domestic guidance uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, or LENI.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh and the Lothians
- Edinburgh
- Livingston
- Musselburgh
- Bathgate
- Bonnyrigg
- Penicuik
- Broxburn
- Armadale
- Arniston
- Dalkeith
- Davidson's Mains, Barnton and Cramond
- Dunbar
- East Linton
- Gorgie, Stenhouse and Sighthill
- Granton and Trinity
- Gullane
- Haddington
- Humbie
- Juniper Green, Currie and Balerno
- Kirkliston
- Kirknewton
- Leith
- Liberton and Craigmillar
- Linlithgow
- Loanhead
- Morningside, Braid Hill and Swanston
- Newbridge and Ratho
- North Berwick
- Ormiston
- Pathhead
- Pencaitland
- Portobello
- Prestonpans
- Queensferry
- Rosewell
- Roslin
- Tranent
- West Calder
- Whitburn
LED high bay lighting FAQs for Edinburgh and the Lothians
How are prices set in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the efficiency that new lighting in Edinburgh and the Lothians must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.