About this service
Commercial lighting supports work, circulation, display, customer experience and safety. A scheme should provide suitable light where tasks happen while controlling glare, energy use, maintenance and interaction with daylight.
Offices, retail, warehouses and hospitality spaces need different distribution and colour performance. Controls may include presence detection, daylight dimming, scheduling, scenes and emergency functions.
Common problems we help with
Work areas are underlit or glary
Poor spacing, optics or contrast can cause discomfort even when average output seems adequate.
Lights remain on in empty areas
Missing or badly set controls waste energy.
Mixed colour and failed drivers
Incremental replacement can leave inconsistent appearance and hard-to-maintain products.
Layout changed under fixed fittings
Desks, aisles and displays no longer align with the original scheme.
How we carry out the work
Understand tasks and existing lighting
We review operating hours, layout, daylight, problem areas and maintenance history.
Develop fittings and controls
Output, optics, colour, sensors, emergency function and circuiting are selected.
Install, commission and record
Fittings are aimed or programmed, controls tuned and circuit changes tested.
What is normally included?
- Initial discussion about the property, symptoms, priorities and timescale
- Assessment of the relevant circuit, equipment, access and existing protection
- A written scope for the proposed commercial lighting work
- The agreed installation or repair work, with disruption kept to a reasonable minimum
- Inspection, electrical testing and appropriate handover documentation
Before the work starts
- The task, atmosphere and useful light level required in each zone
- Colour temperature, glare, dimming and compatibility between fittings and controls
- Maintenance access and replacement availability
- Outdoor exposure, emergency duration or security coverage where relevant
What affects the price?
The price depends on the existing installation and the amount of work required. For commercial lighting, the main factors normally include:
- Fitting quantity and specification
- New switching, control or circuit requirements
- Working height and access equipment
- Making good, containment and removal of obsolete fittings
Testing, certificates and handover
Once the installation work is complete, we inspect and test it and provide the records that apply to the job.
- Demonstration of dimming, sensors or programmed controls
- Circuit testing and applicable certification
- Luminaire and driver information
- Maintenance and replacement guidance
Commercial Lighting questions
Can lighting be upgraded in phases?
Yes, with a plan for consistent fittings, controls and colour across phases.
Will LED replacement reduce energy use?
Usually, especially with controls, but actual saving depends on wattage and operating hours.
Do lighting changes affect emergency lighting?
They can. Combined fittings, escape routes and test arrangements must remain correct.
Booking the work
What happens after you contact us
1. Discuss the job
Tell us about the property, the symptoms or the result you want. Photographs and model numbers are often helpful.
2. Inspect and quote
We check the relevant installation and give you a written quotation showing what is included.
3. Complete and test
We carry out the agreed work, verify it electrically and explain any controls, labels or certificates at handover.