Lighting surveys and lux testing in Norfolk
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover Norfolk, including Norwich, Great Yarmouth and King's Lynn.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in Norfolk
We measure at working height on a grid across Norfolk premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
Lux surveys in Norfolk usually start with a complaint or a lease event, and end with a clear list of what needs changing.
What's included
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
- Comparison with BS EN 12464-1 targets
- Emergency lighting coverage check
- A written report with photographs
Guide prices in Norfolk
Typical budgets for Norfolk, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial electrician | £310 – £515 | per day |
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £155 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £155 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £155 – £310 | per day |
Example: two days of surveying and measurement by an electrician, about £620 – £1,050 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Norfolk
For buildings in Norfolk, the duty to provide adequate emergency lighting where escape routes need it, and to keep it tested, sits with the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Privately rented commercial property in England 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 Norfolk
- Norwich
- Great Yarmouth
- King's Lynn
- Thetford
- Bowthorpe
- East Dereham
- Alpington
- Attleborough
- Blofield
- Briston
- Cromer
- Denver
- Emneth
- Erpingham
- Fakenham
- Harleston
- Hempnall
- Hevingham
- Holt
- Marlingford
- Methwold
- North Walsham
- Old Buckenham
- Old Hunstanton
- Ovington
- Sandringham
- Sheringham
- Shouldham
- Smallburgh
- Snettisham
- Swaffham
- Swanton Morley
- Taverham
- Walsingham
- Wells-next-the-Sea
- West Acre
- Wiggenhall St Germans
- Wymondham
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for Norfolk
Which fire safety law applies in Norfolk?
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.
Which towns in Norfolk do you cover?
All of Norfolk, including Norwich, Great Yarmouth and King's Lynn. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
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.