LED high bay lighting in Northamptonshire
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 Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby and Kettering.
LED high bay lighting work in Northamptonshire
Sports halls in Northamptonshire need ball-resistant high bays or guards. We specify impact-rated fittings where balls are in play.
We fit high bays in Northamptonshire from scissor or boom lifts, with the floor below zoned off and existing circuits isolated first.
What's included
- Dimming and presence control where areas are used intermittently
- Ball-impact-rated fittings or guards in sports halls
- 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 Northamptonshire
Typical budgets for Northamptonshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED high bay | £145 – £390 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £295 | per day |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £145 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
Example: 30 LED high bays in a workshop, with 2 days of lift hire, about £4,700 – £12,350 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Northamptonshire
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 Northamptonshire
- Northampton
- Corby
- Kettering
- Wellingborough
- Rushden
- Daventry
- Market Harborough
- Brackley
- Cosgrove
- Duston
- Irthlingborough
- Middleton Cheney
- Spratton
- Tansor
- Towcester
- Warkton
- Wollaston
LED high bay lighting FAQs for Northamptonshire
Which fire safety law applies in Northamptonshire?
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 energy rules apply to new lighting in Northamptonshire?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Northamptonshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.