Lighting surveys and lux testing in County Down
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover County Down, including Bangor, Newtownards and Newry.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in County Down
Lux surveys in County Down 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 County Down premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
What's included
- Lux readings on a grid across key areas
- A written report with photographs
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
- Fitting counts, wattages and running hours
Guide prices in County Down
Typical budgets for County Down, 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 Down
For buildings in County Down, the duty to provide adequate emergency lighting where escape routes need it, and to keep it tested, sits with the responsible person under the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010.
Northern Ireland has its own EPC framework rather than the England and Wales EPC E letting rule.
Towns we cover in County Down
- Bangor
- Newtownards
- Newry
- Banbridge
- Ballynahinch
- Carryduff
- Comber
- Donaghadee
- Downpatrick
- Dromore
- Dundonald
- Holywood
- Kilkeel
- Newcastle
- Saintfield
- Warrenpoint
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for County Down
What energy rules apply to new lighting in County Down?
Technical Booklet F2 sets the efficiency that new lighting in County Down must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
How are prices set in County Down?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
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.