Outdoor Lighting and Exterior Power Installation for Premium Properties

Extending Luxury Beyond Walls

Outdoor light installation covers security, garden, driveway and facade lighting installed to BS 7671 with IP-rated fittings, protected cable routes and appropriate RCD cover. It is for homeowners and commercial clients improving safety, kerb appeal or garden use after dark. Before installation we confirm the cable route from the consumer unit, circuit capacity, IP rating for each position, switching or sensor control, and whether trenching or surface routing is needed. The next step is a site visit to agree the layout and quotation.

Planning Checklist Before Outdoor Lighting Goes In

Cable route - from the consumer unit to each zone, including armoured or protected cable where buried.
IP rating - at least IP44 for sheltered positions; IP65 or higher for exposed walls, drives and planting areas.
Switching and sensors - manual switches, timers, PIR sensors or smart control planned before first fix.
Circuit capacity and RCD protection - outdoor circuits must be suitably protected at the board.
Trenching and reinstatement - agree routes with landscaping or driveway works where surfaces will be disturbed.

When Outdoor Lighting Is Suitable

Security lighting for entrances, drives and side paths.
Garden and patio ambience lighting.
Driveway and facade illumination.
Replacing failed or non-compliant exterior fittings.
Coordinating new outdoor sockets with lighting zones where required.

What Affects the Cost

Number of fittings and cable length - more zones and longer runs increase material and labour.
Trenching vs surface routing - buried SWA cable through gardens costs more than short wall-mounted runs.
IP rating and fitting quality - in-ground, facade and submersible fittings vary in price and installation time.
Control system - PIR, smart zoning and multi-circuit control add design and commissioning time.
Consumer unit capacity - a new circuit or board upgrade may be needed subject to inspection.

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

"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

"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 installation, confirm the cable route from the consumer unit, circuit capacity, IP rating for each fitting position, switching or sensor control, and whether trenching or surface routing is needed. Planning routes alongside landscaping is usually more efficient than adding cable afterwards.

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. 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.

What affects the cost of outdoor lighting installation?

Number of fittings, cable length, trenching requirements, IP rating and fitting type, control system complexity, and any consumer unit work needed all affect quotation scope. We confirm pricing after a site visit.

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