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Lighting bollard installation in Inverclyde
Lighting bollards for sites across Inverclyde: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageLighting bollards in Inverclyde
Low-level LED bollard lights for paths, car parks, entrances and gardens, installed with a qualified electrician. We cover Inverclyde — Greenock, Port Glasgow and Gourock.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in Inverclyde: Inverclyde Council.
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Guide prices in Inverclyde
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £345–£705 + VAT · £405–£845 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £605–£955 + VAT · £725–£1,145 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £855–£1,195 + VAT · £1,045–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra); no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Who looks after the roads in Inverclyde
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Greenock | Inverclyde Council | Inverclyde Council |
| Port Glasgow | Inverclyde Council | Inverclyde Council |
| Gourock | Inverclyde Council | Inverclyde Council |
Rules for lighting bollards in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Scotland.
How installation works
Survey and lighting layout
A free site survey looks at the routes to be lit, where power can come from, surfaces and buried services. Bollard spacing is set from the product's light data, and you receive a fixed written quote.
Dig cable routes
Trenches are dug between bollard positions and the supply point, avoiding existing services, with cable or duct laid at a suitable depth and warning tape above.
Electrical connection
A qualified electrician installs the circuit protection, makes the connections in weatherproof enclosures and fits controls such as a photocell or timer.
Test, aim and certify
The circuit is tested and certified, bollards are checked at night for coverage and glare, and asymmetric heads are turned to face the path.
Lighting bollards in Inverclyde: FAQs
Do you cover all of Inverclyde for lighting bollards?
Yes — including Greenock, Port Glasgow and Gourock. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do lighting bollards cost in Inverclyde?
In Inverclyde, typically £345–£1,195 per bollard, installed with a qualified electrician (supply run extra), plus VAT (£405–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £845 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Inverclyde?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (Inverclyde Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
Will lighting bollards survive in a car park?
Choose robust bodies with a high impact rating and place them where vehicles are unlikely to hit them, such as behind kerbs or alongside protective posts. A lighting bollard is not designed to stop a car.
How far apart should lighting bollards be?
That depends on the light output, beam pattern and how evenly the path needs to be lit. Spacing is worked out from the product's light data rather than a fixed distance. Too far apart leaves dark patches between pools of light.