Introduction
Well-designed garden lighting extends your living space, enhances security, and adds value to your property.
Safety first
All permanent outdoor electrical installations must be carried out by a qualified electrician and comply with BS 7671 wiring regulations. This is a legal requirement under Part P of Building Regulations.
Garden lighting installation costs
Basic Path Lighting (4-6 lights)£400 - £700
Patio/Decking Lighting£500 - £1,000
Feature/Spotlight Installation£300 - £600
Security Lighting (PIR sensors)£150 - £350 per light
Complete Garden Lighting Design£1,500 - £4,000+
Types of garden lighting
- Path & walkway lighting – low-level bollard, spike, or recessed ground lights. £60-£150 per light installed.
- Feature & accent lighting – spotlights and uplighters for trees, architectural features, water features
- Patio & decking lighting – recessed deck lights, step lights, pergola lighting. Extends usable outdoor hours.
- Security lighting – PIR-activated floodlights, dusk-to-dawn lights. Detect motion up to 12m away.
Why choose LED garden lighting?
- Energy efficiency – LEDs use up to 90% less energy than halogen
- Long lifespan – 25,000-50,000 hours vs 2,000-5,000 for halogen
- Cool running – minimal heat, safer around plants, children, pets
- Instant on – full brightness immediately, perfect for security
Smart garden lighting controls
- Smartphone app control from anywhere
- Voice control via Alexa or Google Home
- Automated schedules and timers
- Dusk-to-dawn sensors
- Motion-activated zones
- Scene presets (entertaining, security, ambient)
- Integration with home automation
- Remote holiday mode for security
What to expect from installation
- Site survey & design – I visit, assess garden, plan layout
- Detailed quote – fixtures, cabling, labour, certification. No hidden costs.
- Cable installation – armoured cable buried 450-600mm or run through protective conduit
- Fixture installation – securely mounted, weatherproof junction boxes, fixtures aligned
- Testing & certification – full electrical testing, demonstration of controls, Part P compliance certificate