Lighting controls in the Isle of Wight
Lighting controls switch or dim lights automatically based on occupancy, daylight or time. We cover the Isle of Wight, including Newport, Ryde and Cowes.
Lighting controls work in the Isle of Wight
Daylight dimming works best in premises around the Isle of Wight with deep window bays or roof lights.
In Isle of Wight buildings, the quickest control savings usually come from presence detection in rooms that are used for only part of the day.
We cover the Isle of Wight by arrangement. Because of travel and access, visits are usually grouped with other work in the Isle of Wight, so please allow more time for a survey and tell us about any ferry or access constraints.
What's included
- DALI and DALI-2 systems with scenes and zoning
- Commissioning and simple user handover
- Retrofit wireless controls where rewiring is impractical
- Daylight-linked dimming along windows and under roof lights
Guide prices in the Isle of Wight
Typical budgets for the Isle of Wight, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £45 – £85 | per sensor, installed |
| Daylight sensor | £65 – £130 | per sensor, installed |
| DALI dimming and control | £55 – £160 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
| Commercial electrician | £320 – £535 | per day |
Example: presence and daylight sensing for 40 existing LED panels, about £750 – £1,500 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in the Isle of Wight
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 Isle of Wight
Lighting controls FAQs for the Isle of Wight
Which towns in the Isle of Wight do you cover?
All of the Isle of Wight, including Newport, Ryde and Cowes. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Which fire safety law applies in the Isle of Wight?
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.
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.
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.