Lighting surveys and lux testing in Clwyd
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover Clwyd, including Wrexham, Buckley and Deeside.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in Clwyd
Lux surveys in Clwyd usually start with a complaint or a lease event, and end with a clear list of what needs changing.
We measure at working height on a grid across Clwyd premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
What's included
- A written report with photographs
- Lux readings on a grid across key areas
- Comparison with BS EN 12464-1 targets
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
Guide prices in Clwyd
Typical budgets for Clwyd, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial electrician | £290 – £485 | per day |
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £290 | per day |
Example: two days of surveying and measurement by an electrician, about £580 – £970 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Clwyd
Emergency lighting in Clwyd falls under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The responsible person must make sure people can see their way out if the power fails, and keep records of testing.
Privately rented commercial property in Wales generally needs an EPC of E or better, or a registered exemption, and lighting is one of the cheaper ways to improve a rating.
Towns we cover in Clwyd
- Wrexham
- Buckley
- Deeside
- Colwyn Bay
- Flint
- Rhyl
- Hawarden
- Rhosllannerchrugog
- Prestatyn
- Brymbo
- Llandudno
- Betws-yn-Rhos
- Bro Machno
- Corwen
- Deganwy
- Denbigh
- Dolwyddelan
- Gresford
- Henryd
- Holywell
- Llanfairfechan
- Llangollen
- Llanrwst
- Mold
- Penmaenmawr
- Ruthin
- Saltney
- St Asaph
- Trefriw
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for Clwyd
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Clwyd?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Clwyd must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which towns in Clwyd do you cover?
All of Clwyd, including Wrexham, Buckley and Deeside. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
When do I need a lux survey?
Common reasons are staff complaints about light levels, a change of use, a lease handover, or checking a new installation against its design.
Do you charge for surveys?
Surveys ahead of a quoted upgrade are free. Stand-alone measured surveys with a written report are priced by site size.