Lighting controls in Dyfed
Lighting controls switch or dim lights automatically based on occupancy, daylight or time. We cover Dyfed, including Llanelli, Ammanford and Aberystwyth.
Lighting controls work in Dyfed
In Dyfed buildings, the quickest control savings usually come from presence detection in rooms that are used for only part of the day.
Daylight dimming works best in premises around Dyfed with deep window bays or roof lights.
What's included
- Timeclocks and photocells for external lighting
- DALI and DALI-2 systems with scenes and zoning
- Retrofit wireless controls where rewiring is impractical
- Presence and absence detection for rooms, aisles and toilets
Guide prices in Dyfed
Typical budgets for Dyfed, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Daylight sensor | £60 – £115 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £145 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
| Commercial electrician | £290 – £485 | per day |
Example: presence and daylight sensing for 40 existing LED panels, about £680 – £1,350 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Dyfed
The Welsh Approved Document L Volume 2 (2022) uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, with alternatives such as LENI. A new Welsh edition takes effect from 4 March 2027 with a higher figure of more than 105.
Towns we cover in Dyfed
- Llanelli
- Ammanford
- Aberystwyth
- Carmarthen
- Aberaeron
- Boncath
- Cefn Sidan
- Clydau
- Crymych
- Eglwyswrw
- Fishguard
- Geneur Glyn
- Haverfordwest
- Jeffreyston
- Kidwelly
- Llanarth
- Llandovery
- Llanegwad
- Llanfallteg
- Llanfarian
- Llanfihangel-Ar-Arth
- Llangoedmor
- Llangybi
- Llannon
- Llanwenog
- Maenclochog
- Meidrim
- Milford Haven
- Narberth
- New Quay
- Newcastle Emlyn
- Newport
- Nolton
- Pembroke
- Pembroke Dock
- Penally
- Pencaer
- Saundersfoot
- Talley
- Tregaron
- Troedyraur
- Wiston
Lighting controls FAQs for Dyfed
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Dyfed?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Dyfed must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which towns in Dyfed do you cover?
All of Dyfed, including Llanelli, Ammanford and Aberystwyth. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
How much do lighting controls save?
Controls save energy only when they reduce output or hours. In meeting rooms, toilets, stores and aisles that are often empty, the saving can be large; in a busy open-plan office less so.
What do sensors cost?
As a budget, a basic presence sensor costs about £40–£80 installed, a daylight sensor £60–£120, and DALI control around £50–£150 per luminaire on top of the fitting, excluding VAT.