Lighting controls in Gwent
Lighting controls switch or dim lights automatically based on occupancy, daylight or time. We cover Gwent, including Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool.
Lighting controls work in Gwent
Daylight dimming works best in premises around Gwent with deep window bays or roof lights.
In Gwent buildings, the quickest control savings usually come from presence detection in rooms that are used for only part of the day.
What's included
- Presence and absence detection for rooms, aisles and toilets
- Daylight-linked dimming along windows and under roof lights
- DALI and DALI-2 systems with scenes and zoning
- Commissioning and simple user handover
Guide prices in Gwent
Typical budgets for Gwent, 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 Gwent
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 Gwent
- Newport
- Cwmbran
- Pontypool
- Ebbw Vale
- Caerphilly
- Risca
- Gelligaer
- Abercarn
- Abergavenny
- Abertillery
- Bargoed
- Caerleon
- Graig
- Gwehelog Fawr
- Monmouth
- Rogiet
- St Arvans
- Tredegar
Lighting controls FAQs for Gwent
Which towns in Gwent do you cover?
All of Gwent, including Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Gwent?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Gwent must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.