Outdoor Lighting and Exterior Power Installation for Premium Properties

Q: What should be considered before installing outdoor lighting?

Key considerations include the cable route from the consumer unit, whether existing circuits have capacity for the new load, the IP rating required for each fitting position, and whether any trenching will be needed. Planning outdoor power infrastructure alongside landscaping is considerably more efficient than adding it afterwards.

Q: Can exterior power support garden rooms, driveways or EV charging preparation?

Yes. Outdoor circuits - designed with armoured cabling, appropriate protection and correct cable sizing - can serve garden rooms, driveway power points and, where planned in advance, the sub-main infrastructure for a future EV charger. Routing cable during landscaping or driveway work avoids the cost of reinstating surfaces later.

Extending Luxury Beyond Walls

Outdoor electrical installations cover more than garden lighting. Exterior power serves garden rooms, driveways, gates, outbuildings, security systems and - increasingly - provides the cable infrastructure for EV charging or solar systems where routes pass through external areas. We design and install outdoor circuits with IP-rated fittings, armoured cabling and appropriate RCD protection, considering both the immediate lighting brief and any future exterior power requirements.

Why Choose Us for Exterior Lighting

IP-rated outdoor junction and resin gland - weatherproof garden lighting engineering

Weatherproof Engineering

Water and electricity don't mix. We strictly adhere to IP (Ingress Protection) standards, using resin-filled joints and waterproof junction boxes to prevent tripping and corrosion.

Discreet Cabling

We believe technology should be felt, not seen. We carefully trench and bury armoured cables (SWA) or route them invisibly along structures, preserving your garden's aesthetic.

Smart home app controlling outdoor lighting zones

Smart Exterior Control

Switch on your driveway lights from your car or schedule garden scenes for sunset. We integrate outdoor zones with Lutron, Rako, or standard smart home apps.

Outdoor Brands We Trust

Gallery of Light

Low-voltage IP65 garden spike lights installed along a pathway

Garden Path

Hampstead, London

Up-and-down wall lights on a brick facade for architectural exterior lighting

Architectural Facade

Richmond, London

Outdoor lighting across large garden grounds

Patio Ambience

Chelsea, London

In-ground uplights illuminating the canopy of a mature oak tree in a garden

Nature Sculpting

Wimbledon, London

PIR-controlled driveway lantern for discreet residential security lighting

Elegant Security

Fulham, London

Submersible IP68 LED fitting installed in a garden fountain

Water Features

Kensington, London

Our Installation Process

Design & Circuit Plan

We map out cable routes and calculate voltage drops to ensure your distant garden lights shine as brightly as those near the house.

Trenching & Cabling

We execute the 'first fix', laying armoured cables in trenches or conduits, ensuring depth and mechanical protection.

Fixture Install

We install the lights, sealing all connections with resin or gel boxes to provide reliable waterproofing (IP65/IP67).

Testing & Aiming

We test the RCD protection and return at night to precisely aim the spotlights for the best visual effect.

Outdoor Lighting Services

Landscape & Garden Ambience

Transform your garden into a night-time sanctuary. We install spike lights for planting, recessed deck lights, and well lights for trees. We focus on "layering" light-creating depth and drama rather than just flooding the space with brightness.

Layered deck and planting lighting scheme with zoned garden circuits

Recessed deck in-ground uplights - moisture-sealed junctions and RCD protection

Security & Motion Sensors

Security doesn't have to look industrial. We install sleek, high-output LED floodlights connected to precise PIR motion sensors. We can also integrate these with your smart home system to alert you when movement is detected on the driveway.

Contemporary LED flood with PIR - residential security without harsh commercial look

Adjustable PIR sensor on wall bracket - sensitivity and lux settings for outdoor lighting

Facade & Architectural

Enhance the kerb appeal of your home. We use wall washers and up/down lights to accentuate brickwork, columns, and entrances. This service requires careful drilling and cable routing to ensure no unsightly wires ruin the building's exterior.

Symmetrical porch lanterns and step lights for kerb appeal and entrance lighting

Decorative exterior wall sconces on brick - galvanised back boxes and silicone sealing

Client Experiences

Oliver P.

Hampstead, London

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"Transformed our back garden completely. The team was very careful with our existing plants when digging trenches. The lighting looks magical at night."

Marcus D.

Chiswick, London

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"We wanted security lights that didn't look like a prison yard. They suggested some beautiful architectural fittings that light up when we drive in. Excellent wiring work."

Expert Advice: Outdoor Lighting

Steel wire armoured cable cut section - underground garden supply to outbuildings London BS 7671

Armoured Cabling (SWA)

Standard grey cable cannot be buried. We use Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) cable which protects the live cores from garden spades and rodents, ensuring safety underground.

IP44 IP65 IP67 chart graphic - ingress protection guide for outdoor electrics

Understanding IP Ratings

For outdoor use, fixtures must be at least IP44 (splash proof). For exposed areas, we use IP65 (jet proof), and for ground lights or ponds, IP67/IP68 is mandatory to prevent water ingress.

12V transformer versus 230V garden lighting graphic - driver placement and volt drop

12V vs. 240V Systems

Low voltage (12V) is safer for gardening and offers smaller fixtures, but requires drivers. Mains voltage (240V) is better for high-power floodlights and wall lanterns. We often use a mix of both.

Technical Questions on Outdoor Lighting and Exterior Power

What should be considered before installing outdoor lighting?

Before specifying outdoor lighting, it is worth considering the cable route from the consumer unit, whether existing circuits have capacity for the new load, the IP rating required for each fitting position, how the circuit will be controlled (switching, PIR, smart control), and whether any trenching will be needed. Planning the outdoor power infrastructure alongside garden landscaping is considerably more efficient than adding it afterwards. We advise on all of these before starting installation.

Can exterior power support garden rooms, driveways or EV charging preparation?

Yes. Outdoor electrical circuits - properly designed with armoured cabling, appropriate protection and correct cable sizing - can serve garden rooms, driveway power points, gate motors, security systems and, where planned in advance, the sub-main infrastructure for a future EV charger. Routing armoured cable during landscaping or driveway work avoids the cost of reinstating surfaces later. If solar panels are also planned, the cable routes from roof to inverter to consumer unit may also pass through external areas.

Do outdoor circuits need special protection?

Yes. Outdoor circuits must be protected by a 30mA RCD at the consumer unit, and cables buried in the ground or mounted on external walls require armoured or suitably protected cable types. Junction boxes and connection points in exposed positions must be appropriately IP-rated and weatherproofed. The earthing arrangement should also be suitable for outdoor and potentially damp environments. See our consumer unit page for more on protection device requirements.

Why do my garden lights keep tripping the circuit breaker?

Tripping is usually caused by moisture ingress at a junction or fitting - particularly where seals have deteriorated or junction boxes were not correctly waterproofed at installation. We test the circuit to locate the fault before recommending remediation, rather than replacing components until the problem resolves.