Lighting surveys and lux testing in County Armagh
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover County Armagh, including Craigavon, Portadown and Armagh.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in County Armagh
We measure at working height on a grid across County Armagh premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
Lux surveys in County Armagh usually start with a complaint or a lease event, and end with a clear list of what needs changing.
What's included
- Comparison with BS EN 12464-1 targets
- A written report with photographs
- Lux readings on a grid across key areas
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
Guide prices in County Armagh
Typical budgets for County Armagh, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial electrician | £285 – £475 | per day |
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £55 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £285 | per day |
Example: two days of surveying and measurement by an electrician, about £570 – £950 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in County Armagh
Emergency lighting in County Armagh falls under the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010. The responsible person must make sure people can see their way out if the power fails, and keep records of testing.
Northern Ireland has its own EPC framework rather than the England and Wales EPC E letting rule.
Towns we cover in County Armagh
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for County Armagh
Which fire safety law applies in County Armagh?
The Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in County Armagh?
Technical Booklet F2 sets the efficiency that new lighting in County Armagh must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.
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.