Lighting surveys and lux testing in Nottinghamshire
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover Nottinghamshire, including Nottingham, Mansfield and Worksop.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in Nottinghamshire
Lux surveys in Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
What's included
- A written report with photographs
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
- Comparison with BS EN 12464-1 targets
- Fitting counts, wattages and running hours
Guide prices in Nottinghamshire
Typical budgets for Nottinghamshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial electrician | £295 – £490 | 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 – £295 | per day |
Example: two days of surveying and measurement by an electrician, about £590 – £980 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Nottinghamshire
Emergency lighting in Nottinghamshire 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 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 Nottinghamshire
- Nottingham
- Mansfield
- Worksop
- Newark on Trent
- Arnold
- West Bridgford
- Sutton in Ashfield
- Hucknall
- Kirkby in Ashfield
- Retford
- Eastwood
- Mansfield Woodhouse
- Basford
- Beeston
- Bingham
- Carlton
- Carlton in Lindrick
- Clifton
- Clumber and Hardwick
- Cotgrave
- Everton
- Greasley
- Lowdham
- North Muskham
- Ompton
- Rainworth
- Southwell
- Warsop
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for Nottinghamshire
How are prices set in Nottinghamshire?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Nottinghamshire?
Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Nottinghamshire must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
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.