Post light installation in Exeter
Professional post light installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Post lights installed along driveways, paths, and gardens. Posts set securely with proper outdoor electrical wiring - lights your way safely at night.
See Where You're Going After Dark
Stumbling up the drive in darkness? Can't see the path to your front door? Proper post lighting sorts both problems and looks good doing it.
💡 Pro tip: Low-voltage LED post lights use minimal electricity and are much safer than mains voltage for garden installations. Running costs are pence per week.
Why Professional Installation Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged |
|---|---|
| Outdoor cable buried in conduit | Trailing cable above ground |
| Posts concreted deep and solid | Wobbling in first breeze |
| RCD protected power | Dangerous mains connections |
| Lights positioned for best effect | Random placement |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Position lights for best coverage |
| Install | Dig posts in, bury cables safely |
| Wire | Connect to power with RCD protection |
| Test | Check all lights working properly |
📦 You're Left With
- Driveway or path properly lit
- Posts solid and straight
- Safe electrical installation
- See where you're going at night
Pricing Guide
| Installation Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single post light | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| Each additional light | +1-2 hrs | +£50-£100 |
| Solar post light (no wiring) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Light posts themselves not included.
Why Choose Us for Post light installation in Exeter?
Safe outdoor electrical installation
Posts set securely in ground
Low-voltage systems available
Lights driveways and paths properly
What to Expect
Step 1: Plan Layout
Work out where lights should go for best coverage, where power source is, how to route cables safely.
Step 2: Install Posts
Dig holes, set posts vertically, concrete in place, let cure if needed before continuing.
Step 3: Wire and Connect
Bury cable in conduit from power source to lights, make waterproof connections, test everything works.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to have a go yourself? Safe approach:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spade for digging
- Post hole digger (makes life easier)
- Concrete
- Spirit level
- Outdoor-rated cable and conduit
- Cable detector (check for buried utilities)
⚡ Electrical safety Always use RCD protection. For DIY, low-voltage systems (12V) are much safer than mains. Never bury indoor cable - use proper outdoor-rated stuff.
🎯 Installation steps
- Check for buried cables/pipes before digging
- Dig holes 40-60cm deep
- Set posts vertical and concrete in
- Bury cable 45cm+ deep in conduit
- Make waterproof connections
- Test before backfilling trenches
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking for utilities (dangerous)
- Posts not deep enough (fall over)
- Using indoor cable outside (fire risk)
- No conduit protection (cable gets damaged)
- Forget RCD protection (essential)
💡 Pro trick: Run all your cable in one go if you're doing multiple lights - trenching is the time-consuming bit. Plan your route to minimize trench length.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Light spacing: For path lighting, posts every 3-4 metres gives good coverage without being excessive. Driveways might need closer spacing depending on width.
Mains vs low-voltage? Low-voltage is easier and safer to install, costs less to run, but lights are slightly dimmer. Mains voltage gives brighter light but needs qualified electrician for Part P compliance.
Planning permission? Not usually needed for garden lighting on your own property. But too many bright lights annoying neighbors can be a nuisance issue - keep it sensible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you wire post lights safely?
Proper outdoor cable buried in conduit from power source to each light. Everything must be on RCD protection. I usually recommend low-voltage (12V) systems for garden lights - much safer and easier to install than mains voltage.
How deep do the posts need to go?
Usually 40-60cm depending on post height and your ground conditions. Concrete them in so they won't wobble or tip over. Taller posts or exposed locations need to go deeper.
Can you install solar post lights?
Yes - they're even easier because there's no wiring needed. Just set the posts properly and position them where they'll get sunlight during the day. Performance varies with Devon's weather though - winter can be patchy.
How long does installation take?
Usually 2-3 hours for a basic post light. If you're having multiple lights along a driveway, add 1-2 hours per additional light depending on cable run distance.
Do I need to provide the lights?
Yes - you buy the post lights you want. I'll install whatever you've chosen. Make sure they're rated for outdoor use.
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