Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Emergency Lighting Installation
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Emergency Lighting Installation, Testing & Maintenance Services in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
At Winstanley Electrical & Mechanical Services, we specialise in the installation, testing and maintenance of emergency lighting systems for commercial, industrial and selected residential properties in Letchworth Garden City and nearby areas.
Our NICEIC-approved engineers ensure every system is designed and commissioned in line with BS 5266 and BS EN 50172, helping you meet legal fire safety duties while protecting staff, visitors and residents. We provide a full service—design, installation, repairs and routine testing—with clear certification so your emergency lighting remains reliable and audit-ready all year round.
OUR EMERGENCY LIGHTING SERVICES INCLUDE
✔ Emergency Lighting Installation for Commercial & Industrial Buildings
✔ Emergency Lighting Testing & Certification
✔ Emergency Exit & Escape Route Lighting Systems
✔ Emergency Lighting Maintenance & Repairs
✔ Battery Back-Up Replacement & System Upgrades
✔ Self-Contained & Central Battery System Installation
✔ Non-Maintained & Maintained Lighting Systems
✔ Emergency Signage & Compliance Audits
✔ Periodic Testing (Monthly, Annual & 3-Hour Duration Tests)
WHY EMERGENCY LIGHTING MATTERS
Emergency lighting systems play a vital role in supporting safe evacuation during power failures or fire incidents. It underpins your overall fire strategy by keeping escape paths visible the moment normal lighting fails.
They deliver dependable light to escape routes, stair cores, open areas, and higher-risk zones where safe navigation is critical. This helps both occupants and emergency responders move quickly and safely in challenging conditions.
If emergency lighting is poorly designed, installed, or maintained, you risk failing safety inspections, breaching UK fire regulations, and undermining insurance protection. Using your building drawings and risk profile, we design systems that combine correct luminance, reliable batteries, and full coverage of escape and high-risk areas.
TYPES OF EMERGENCY LIGHTING WE INSTALL
Our qualified team provides installations of emergency lighting systems built to industry safety standards. Our lighting systems provide both escape route and anti-panic functions for complete safety. Our tailored lighting for high-risk environments keeps visibility high and risks low. We supply maintained lighting systems for continuous operation and non-maintained types for emergencies. Large sites benefit from our dual options: self-contained and central battery emergency lighting.
If your business operates in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, we ensure planned and reactive emergency lighting installation and testing solutions. We help you stay compliant with BS 5266 through correctly designed and maintained systems. You receive full documentation, test records, and certification for your compliance files.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING SERVICES NEAR ME?
Within Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, ongoing use and ageing components can lead to emergency lighting failures if they are not properly maintained. Our engineers provide professional repairs, replacements, and upgrades so your emergency lighting remains dependable and compliant.
We’re available 24/7 for emergency callouts, offering fast response times throughout Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire and nationwide.
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TESTING & COMPLIANCE
UK regulations require monthly and annual emergency lighting tests to prove systems will operate correctly if normal power fails. For properties across Letchworth Garden City and nearby areas, we manage both the monthly functional checks and the annual duration testing in line with BS 5266 and BS EN 50172.
Our NICEIC‑approved engineers simulate a mains failure to confirm automatic activation, and once a year carry out a full three‑hour duration test to verify battery performance. All results are recorded in a compliant logbook format to support audits, fire officer inspections and insurance evidence. When faults are detected, we handle the corrective works and can roll your site into a structured PPM programme so testing, records and reliability are all taken care of for you.
From minor remedial work to full electrical installations, our team ensures every job is completed to the highest standards with full certification.
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Why Choose Winstanley for Electrical and Mechanical Services in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire?
As one of the UK's leading electrical companies and contractors, we’re committed to delivering high-quality services that are shaped around your business needs.
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✅ Nationwide Coverage Across the UK
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is emergency lighting and why do I need it?
Emergency lighting provides illumination if the normal power supply fails. It helps people find exits, stairs and fire-fighting equipment safely. Many premises are legally required to install and maintain emergency lighting in line with BS 5266 and BS EN 50172.
What types of emergency lighting do you install?
Escape route, open-area (anti-panic), high-risk task area, maintained, non-maintained, and systems using either self-contained batteries or a central battery.
Do you handle design as well as installation?
Yes. We design, supply and install complete emergency lighting systems. Our engineers survey your site, specify fittings and batteries, and position luminaires to achieve compliant coverage and minimum light levels.
How often should emergency lighting be tested?
Carry out a brief functional test every month and a full duration test every year. We can schedule monthly checks and the annual three-hour test, then record results in your logbook.
What is the three-hour test?
It simulates a power failure and confirms the emergency lights operate for the full rated duration, typically three hours, with adequate brightness.
Who is responsible for testing and record-keeping?
The duty holder or a competent person appointed by the business. We provide compliant testing, remedial works, and maintain your on-site logbook and digital records.
Can you repair and maintain existing emergency lighting?
Yes. We test, fault-find and repair all common brands. We replace failed batteries, chargers, inverters and luminaires, and upgrade older fittings to LED where appropriate.
What is the difference between maintained and non-maintained lights?
Maintained lights are on in normal operation and continue on battery when the power fails. Non-maintained lights are off in normal operation and only switch on during a power failure.
Should I use a self-contained system or a central battery?
Self-contained is usually best for small to medium sites and simplifies installation and maintenance. Central battery systems suit large sites or where you want centralised control and easier testing. We can advise after a survey.
How long do emergency lighting batteries last?
Typically 3–5 years depending on technology, environment and test frequency. We check capacity during annual testing and replace proactively to prevent failures.
Do you provide certification?
Yes. After installation, testing or remedial work we issue commissioning certificates, logbook entries and a remedial report where needed to demonstrate compliance.
Can you combine emergency lighting testing with other services?
Yes. We can bundle with EICR, fire alarm testing, PAT, and general electrical maintenance to reduce disruption and cost.
How much does emergency lighting installation or testing cost?
Pricing depends on building size, the number of fittings, access, and whether you need upgrades or new circuits. Call 0800 038 9786 and we will provide a fixed quote after a short survey.
Do you cover my area?
Yes. Our emergency lighting installers cover the North West and nationwide. Call or email info@winstanley-electrical.com to book.