LED lighting upgrades in Hertfordshire
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 Hertfordshire, including Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Stevenage.
LED lighting upgrades work in Hertfordshire
Spare fluorescent tubes are getting harder to buy since the 2023–24 phase-out, which is why many sites in Hertfordshire now upgrade a floor or a unit at a time rather than waiting for failures.
For an LED upgrade in Hertfordshire we start by counting fittings and running hours, because payback depends far more on how long lights are on than on the price of the fittings.
What's included
- Testing and a BS 7671 certificate for the work, with a schedule of what was fitted
- Safe removal and recycling of old fluorescent tubes as hazardous waste
- 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
Guide prices in Hertfordshire
Typical budgets for Hertfordshire, 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 – £6,200 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Hertfordshire
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 Hertfordshire
- LED lighting upgrades in Watford
- LED lighting upgrades in Hemel Hempstead
- LED lighting upgrades in Stevenage
- LED lighting upgrades in St Albans
- LED lighting upgrades in Welwyn Garden City
- LED lighting upgrades in Cheshunt
- LED lighting upgrades in Hatfield
- LED lighting upgrades in Bishops Stortford
- LED lighting upgrades in Borehamwood
- LED lighting upgrades in Hitchin
- LED lighting upgrades in Hoddesdon
- LED lighting upgrades in Letchworth Garden City
- LED lighting upgrades in North Watford
- LED lighting upgrades in Harpenden
- LED lighting upgrades in Bushey
- LED lighting upgrades in Hertford
- LED lighting upgrades in Rickmansworth
- LED lighting upgrades in Potters Bar
- LED lighting upgrades in Berkhamsted
- LED lighting upgrades in Ware
- LED lighting upgrades in Abbots Langley
- LED lighting upgrades in Buntingford
- LED lighting upgrades in Bygrave
- LED lighting upgrades in Ippollitts
- LED lighting upgrades in Kings Langley
- LED lighting upgrades in Knebworth
- LED lighting upgrades in Much Hadham
- LED lighting upgrades in Radlett
- LED lighting upgrades in Redbourn
- LED lighting upgrades in Sandridge
- LED lighting upgrades in Sawbridgeworth
- LED lighting upgrades in Standon
- LED lighting upgrades in Tring
- LED lighting upgrades in Welwyn
LED lighting upgrades FAQs for Hertfordshire
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Hertfordshire?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Hertfordshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which towns in Hertfordshire do you cover?
All of Hertfordshire, including Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Stevenage. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Is it worth replacing fluorescent tubes with LED?
Usually, yes. Common T8 fluorescent tubes were caught by GB ecodesign rules from September 2023 and the mercury exemptions for ordinary T5 and T8 lamps ended in February 2024, so replacements are getting harder to source. LED fittings typically use 30–60% less energy for the same light.
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.