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Turn your driveway or garden into a shining example of outdoor illumination, by installing new external lighting. Whether you need security lights, ambient deck lighting, decorative pathway lighting or something more ambitious, find an experienced electrician and you can spark new life into your outdoor space.
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There are usually two reasons why you’ll be looking to replace or revamp your external outdoor lights. Chances are, you’re either looking to improve your home security, or add an atmospheric finishing touch to your garden.
An experienced electrician will be able to help you with your outdoor lighting design and install the external lighting setup you’re seeking. Looking at your existing power sources, they’ll configure the necessary wiring, install the light fittings (and ensure everything is kept waterproof) and then connect and test the lights.
Cost of installing outdoor lighting
Electricians will usually charge by the hour but may also give you a price for specific jobs or tasks. Hourly rates will typically range from £40–£60, and you can expect to pay anywhere from £75–£150 for the installation of an external security light.
Types of external lighting
There’s a huge range of external light fittings and fixtures including electric outdoor lights, energy-saving, motion-sensing and solar-powered options.
- Security lights. These powerful LED lights shine a wide beam across the front, side or rear of your property, and are typically used as a deterrent against would-be intruders. They’re often accompanied by a motion sensor, so they only flick into operation when they detect movement. The detector actually senses changes in heat radiation, typically emitted by people, animals and cars. Powered by mains electricity, the lights can then be programmed to turn off after a set period of time – saving you energy.
- Spotlights and wall lights (or downlights). Spotlights are typically used to highlight water features, shrubs or trees, or to beam colour onto a wall. Rather than being used for security or visibility, spotlights are usually selected for aesthetic reasons. External wall lights and downlights are often installed by a front door or porch to illuminate the entrance to your home, or your door number. Most wall lights are fitted with a motion sensor, so they’re only activated as someone approaches their location.
- Post lights. These low-level ambient lighting posts can be arranged alongside a garden path or perimeter, providing gentle illumination for nocturnal navigation. They also offer an attractive accent for your garden in the dusk of a summer evening. Solar-powered options are available, but these don’t always last too long. Mains-powered units are more reliable and can be more robust – which is important, unless you’re happy to replace flimsier knocked-over solar post lights all too frequently.
- Decking lights. Decking’s as commonplace as turf in most gardens nowadays. And to make sure it’s safe to walk on late at night (as well as to illuminate your smart outdoor space in all its glory), built-in decking lights can be fitted. It’s much easier to fit these lights before your decking boards are screwed into place, but it is possible to retrofit them. Speak to your electrical expert to find out about your options.
Outdoor lighting design ideas – what to consider
- Driveways and paths. You might be looking at lighting solely as a way to dial up the style for your home’s entrance. But at night, electric outdoor lights perform an important role, helping you to see where you’re going. So, consider the function as well as the form of your lighting arrangement and ensure you create something that serves a safety purpose too.
- Outdoor dining. Summers are made for dining outdoors. In fact, so is late spring, and early autumn. Make the most of your outdoor space and ensure you have an external lighting setup that’ll allow you to dine outside on those balmy evenings. Consider wall lights near your garden table and chairs, and low-level ambient lighting too.
- Security. As we’ve discussed, your lights are there to serve a purpose beyond shining a spotlight on your fanciest features. They’ll help keep intruders away from your home, spilling light over any nefarious characters loitering near your driveway. Make sure your security lights have a PIR (passive infrared sensor), so they’re only activated by motion – saving you money and providing a more effective deterrent. And ensure all potential entry points (doors and windows) are well lit.
- Light containment. While you may want to create your very own homage to Blackpool’s illuminations, your neighbours probably won’t appreciate a spotlight beam piercing the darkness at midnight as a cat sets off your security lights. So, be considerate and ensure you’re not unintentionally annoying those living nearby.
The qualifications your external lighting expert needs
Your electrician needs to hold NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting) accreditation to work on your electrical circuits. This is especially important for outdoor lighting installation, given the potential for water to short your electricity supply.
The chances are, if your electrician is NICEIC-qualified, they’ll also hold a vocational qualification like a City & Guilds, NVQ or a diploma. These are handy, but not essential.
What is essential is evidence of experience, in the form of a number of customer references.
Insurance for external lighting
Cover your property, your possessions and your back by ensuring your professional has public liability insurance. As well as the obvious potential for danger when working with electricity, your professional will probably be drilling and climbing ladders.
Questions you should ask your external lighting expert
- Do they charge by the hour or by the job?
- Do they have a minimum size of job or a call-out fee?
- Will they need to install a new circuit for your lights, or can they take an existing supply?
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Glasgow based electrician with over 10 years experience covering the central belt of Scotland, Servicing over 800 customers, all jobs carried out efficiently and with the highest quality of workmanship . I am a qualified electrician with experience doing all domestic electrical work . Svq level 3 , electrical installation and testing qualified .
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We are an electrical firm with over 800 five star ratings. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We cover all domestic electrical services to the public and offer innovative ways to improve the efficiency and lifespan of your electrics.
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How refreshing to meet some like Joshua who came over(In the rain and after dark) at short notice to view the job in hand. A speedy follow up with detailed costings for the parts required and labour. We agree a date for the work taking into account my ongoing hospital clinic times. He worked a long day without stopping and needless to say did an excellent job. virtually replacing the entire feature. Happy to give him a full recomendation.
About Folarinmaintains: We are a family run company that specialise in electrical interior, exterior, handyman and general maintenance. We offer Same Day Service and guarantee our work for 12 Months. Most jobs fixed within a few hours. Experience/Quality/Peace of mind: We install/remove and cover all aspects of electrical work from as small as changing a light bulb, emergency callouts to completing an entire rewire and this is for both Landlords as well as private home owners, domestic and commercial properties. We take pride in our work and always complete to the highest standard and that is why we offer a 12 months Guarantee! Qualifications: City & Guilds Electrical Installation levels 1-3 17th edition in Electrical Installation BS7671 Extensive years of experience. WHAT THE CUSTOMER WANTS IS WHAT WE WANT TO DELIVER.
Mike replaced and fitted 3 ceiling lights. I am very happy with the work he has carried out. Lovely guy, punctual and reliable.
JS Electrical is based in Birstall west Yorkshire we are a team of electricians that want to give the best service to all my customers be it be a small electrical installation or anything by design we will always work to our best potential to keep up a good standad of works through out our services.
Very quick to respond, and reasonably priced. Lovely guy. Would recommend and use again!
Fully Qualified Electrician With over 13 years Experience. I offer free Quotes in Glasgow, Edinburgh and surrounding areas. Competitive Rates. My Services include: Smoke Alarms Security lights Soffit lighting Fault finding Shower & cooker installations Extract fans Internal/external lighting Internal/external sockets Single to double sockets Chrome accessory changeovers Installation of all indoor pendants, lamps and ceiling lights Stair lighting Man caves Garden fence lighting & MUCH MORE.
Very efficient. Job completed to great standard. Already booked to do another job. Highly recommended ????
BNSI Electrical contractors LTD providing a high quality work for all customers. Brighten up homes from Kent to southeast London. What you need to know, Since opening the doors to our business, BNSIelectricalcontractors LTD has been fully dedicated to client satisfaction. In all that we do, we strive to work meticulously and with integrity in order to provide high-quality results in all our projects. Please get in touch with us today, we would love to speak with you about any of your projects’ needs. What we offer, Domestic electrical installation, maintenance, wiring and repairs. Commercial and industrial electrical installation, maintenance, wiring and repairs. Electrical fault finding. Electrical testing PAT testing. Installing and repairing indoor lighting. Installing and repairing garden and outdoor lighting. Electric shower installations and bathroom renovations. Electric oven installations and kitchen installations. Fuse box repairs and replacement. Installing, repairing and maintaining your heating systems. Repairing and replaces sockets and light switches.
Highly recommend. Great service and communication always replied promptly. Friendly and very helpful. Good quality workmanship and very reasonably priced.
Local Bristol based electrician, no obligation quotes, no job too small, see over forty 5 Star reviews on FaceBook page Spensley Electrical Services. City & Guilds Accredited & 17th Edition Compliant BS7671. All major debit & credit cards accepted.
A fully qualified electrician with over ten years experience working on commercial; industrial and domestic projects, skilled in installation and maintenance electrical work. Proven to work well within a team setting and confident to take on board any instructions given and carry on with the work. Hard working and always takes time to see jobs through to the end, ensuring all issues are completed to high standards.
Excellent Electrician,clean and tidies up afterwards. Prices are on the hi gh side but is prepared to haggle I would use again.
LA Wood Electrical is based in Corringham Essex, we cover all Essex London and surrounding areas, and cover ever variety of electrical works from adding a socked or changing a light to full house and commercial rewires. We are fully insured and qualified to undertake any form of electrical works you may require. And always here to help with any advice you may require.
Friendly professional and reasonable cost !recommended !!
All aspects of electrical work undertaken fully qualified professional service with 20 years experience.
Excellent job done very quickly and efficiently. Couldn't have asked for more
Primary trade is an electrician and also a handyman..professional and experienced tradesman,been in this business for 15years
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G-Elec are a small family run business that specialises in domestic and commercial electrical installations. We endeavour to provide an excellent customer service to everyone.
we are doing all basic domestic electric installations testing and inspection .EV Charger installations and testing
Excellent job done , very friendly and quick.
BEST UK BUILDERS looking after your property and providing you with all in one management solutions to renovated or extend your property. All our work is guaranteed for your peace of mind and all our craftsmen are fully insured.
Pleased with this Electrician, will use again.
Domestic/commercial and Industrial trained electrician. Specialise in all aspects of electrical work 12+ years experience with all up to date qualifications (18th edition certified)
Friendly, fast and super helpful. Great work and brightened up my day :) wouldn’t hesitate to use again
Richards Electrical offers a comprehensive Electrical Service giving you peace of mind knowing that we are NAPIT REGISTERED within the scope of its Competent person scheme plus upto and qualified to 18th Edition and Test and inpection. Alongside our Electrical Services we offer Emergency callout plus a private cable jointing service (steel wire armour).
Good communication beforehand, arrived on time, straight down to the job which was finished to a great standard, really happy with everything!
18th edition approved electricians with 19 years experience in the industry. No job too small ! 100+ 5 Star Ratings!
Martin provided a great service, was really friendly & the works were done within the hour. Would 100% recommend Martin!
Ambiance Electrical works primarily for Home Owners, providing a competitive priced, reliable and trustworthy service. Reviews can also be viewed on Google.
James arrived at the time he said he would got started straight away. He had everything on hand in his van. Would recommend him to other users with confidence.
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