LED lighting upgrades in Cornwall
A commercial LED lighting upgrade replaces old fluorescent, halogen, metal halide or sodium fittings with complete LED luminaires, usually on the existing circuits. We cover Cornwall, including Redruth, Falmouth and St Austell.
LED lighting upgrades work in Cornwall
Spare fluorescent tubes are getting harder to buy since the 2023–24 phase-out, which is why many sites in Cornwall now upgrade a floor or a unit at a time rather than waiting for failures.
In Cornwall warehouses and workshops the biggest savings come from swapping metal halide high bays for LED, where a 400 W lamp plus gear can often be replaced by a fitting drawing 150 W or less.
What's included
- Like-for-like or re-planned layouts so light levels meet BS EN 12464-1
- Complete LED luminaires rather than tube swaps, so old control gear is removed
- A walk-round survey counting fittings, wattages, running hours and ceiling types
- Testing and a BS 7671 certificate for the work, with a schedule of what was fitted
Guide prices in Cornwall
Typical budgets for Cornwall, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £155 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED batten (complete luminaire) | £80 – £205 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED high bay | £155 – £410 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
Example: 40 LED panels replacing fluorescent fittings in a 400 m² office, about £2,050 – £6,100 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Cornwall
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.
In Great Britain, common T8 fluorescent tubes were caught by ecodesign rules from 1 September 2023 and the mercury exemptions for ordinary T5 and T8 lamps ended on 1 February 2024.
LED lighting upgrades by town in Cornwall
- LED lighting upgrades in Redruth
- LED lighting upgrades in Falmouth
- LED lighting upgrades in St Austell
- LED lighting upgrades in Truro
- LED lighting upgrades in Camborne
- LED lighting upgrades in Newquay
- LED lighting upgrades in Penzance
- LED lighting upgrades in Bodmin
- LED lighting upgrades in Saltash
- LED lighting upgrades in Antony
- LED lighting upgrades in Bude
- LED lighting upgrades in Callington
- LED lighting upgrades in Calstock
- LED lighting upgrades in Camelford
- LED lighting upgrades in Colan
- LED lighting upgrades in Forrabury and Minster
- LED lighting upgrades in Fowey
- LED lighting upgrades in Hayle
- LED lighting upgrades in Helland
- LED lighting upgrades in Helston
- LED lighting upgrades in Kenwyn
- LED lighting upgrades in Liskeard
- LED lighting upgrades in Looe
- LED lighting upgrades in Lostwithiel
- LED lighting upgrades in Marazion
- LED lighting upgrades in Padstow
- LED lighting upgrades in Penryn
- LED lighting upgrades in Perranarworthal
- LED lighting upgrades in Perranporth
- LED lighting upgrades in Rame
- LED lighting upgrades in Sancreed
- LED lighting upgrades in South Petherwin
- LED lighting upgrades in St Agnes
- LED lighting upgrades in St Blaise
- LED lighting upgrades in St Breock
- LED lighting upgrades in St Columb Major
- LED lighting upgrades in St Endellion
- LED lighting upgrades in St Ives
- LED lighting upgrades in St Keverne
- LED lighting upgrades in St Mewan
- LED lighting upgrades in St Teath
- LED lighting upgrades in Tintagel
- LED lighting upgrades in Tregoney
LED lighting upgrades FAQs for Cornwall
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Cornwall?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Cornwall must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which fire safety law applies in Cornwall?
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.
How long does an office LED upgrade take?
A typical 400 m² office with around 40 fittings is often a one- or two-day job. Larger sites are phased zone by zone, and we can work evenings or weekends.
Can the upgrade be claimed against tax?
Many businesses can claim capital allowances on lighting, for example through the Annual Investment Allowance. Lighting in a building is usually treated as an integral feature, so ask your accountant how it applies to you.