LED high bay lighting in the West Midlands
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 West Midlands, including Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton.
LED high bay lighting work in the West Midlands
Replacing sodium high bays in West Midlands also improves colour rendering, which matters in workshops where people check finishes and wiring colours.
Sports halls in West Midlands need ball-resistant high bays or guards. We specify impact-rated fittings where balls are in play.
What's included
- Removal and recycling of old lamps and gear
- 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
Guide prices in the West Midlands
Typical budgets for the West Midlands, 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 the West Midlands
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 West Midlands
- Birmingham
- Coventry
- Wolverhampton
- Dudley
- Walsall
- Solihull
- Sutton Coldfield
- West Bromwich
- Halesowen
- Stourbridge
- Smethwick
- Willenhall
- Tipton
- Bloxwich
- Wednesfield
- Washwood Heath
- Aston
- Shirley
- Brierley Hill
- Aldridge
- Acocks Green
- Bartley Green
- Wednesbury
- Kingswinford
- Brownhills
- Castle Bromwich
- Chelmsley Wood
- Dorridge
LED high bay lighting FAQs for the West Midlands
Which towns in the West Midlands do you cover?
All of the West Midlands, including Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in the West Midlands?
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.
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.
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.