Lighting surveys and lux testing in County Londonderry
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover County Londonderry, including Derry~Londonderry, Coleraine and Limavady.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in County Londonderry
Lux surveys in County Londonderry 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 Londonderry premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
What's included
- Lux readings on a grid across key areas
- Emergency lighting coverage check
- A written report with photographs
- Fitting counts, wattages and running hours
Guide prices in County Londonderry
Typical budgets for County Londonderry, 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 Londonderry
For buildings in County Londonderry, 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 Londonderry
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for County Londonderry
What energy rules apply to new lighting in County Londonderry?
Technical Booklet F2 sets the efficiency that new lighting in County Londonderry must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which fire safety law applies in County Londonderry?
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.
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.