Lighting surveys and lux testing in Perth and Kinross
A lighting survey records what lighting you have, how it performs and what it costs to run. We cover Perth and Kinross, including Perth, Auchterarder and Blackford.
Lighting surveys and lux testing work in Perth and Kinross
We measure at working height on a grid across Perth and Kinross premises, then compare readings with BS EN 12464-1.
Lux surveys in Perth and Kinross usually start with a complaint or a lease event, and end with a clear list of what needs changing.
What's included
- Fitting counts, wattages and running hours
- A written report with photographs
- Lux readings on a grid across key areas
- Energy and payback estimate for an LED upgrade
Guide prices in Perth and Kinross
Typical budgets for Perth and Kinross, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £150 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £150 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
Example: two days of surveying and measurement by an electrician, about £600 – £1,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Perth and Kinross
Fire safety duties for premises in Perth and Kinross come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. Whoever is responsible for fire safety must make sure escape routes are lit if the normal supply fails, and that the system is tested and maintained.
Scotland does not use the England and Wales EPC E letting rule. Instead, some non-domestic buildings over 1,000 m² need an action plan when sold or let, under Section 63 regulations.
Towns we cover in Perth and Kinross
Lighting surveys and lux testing FAQs for Perth and Kinross
Which towns in Perth and Kinross do you cover?
All of Perth and Kinross, including Perth, Auchterarder and Blackford. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Perth and Kinross?
Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the efficiency that new lighting in Perth and Kinross 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.