Street Lighting
Full design, supply, installation and maintenance for trunk roads, town centres and residential sites across Scotland. HERS-qualified, in-house crews handle columns, cabling, testing to BS7671, LED upgrades and 24/7 emergency repairs, with SELECT, CHAS, Achilles and Constructionline. Example: a 200-column LED upgrade typically delivers 50–70% energy savings and fewer callouts.
Complete Street Lighting Solutions Across Scotland
With over 45 years' specialised experience, Lightways Contractors delivers comprehensive street lighting installation and maintenance services across Scotland's most demanding environments. From major trunk road and motorway installations to residential developments, decorative town centre lighting, and festive illuminations, our in-house teams provide supply, installation, and maintenance solutions backed by industry-leading qualifications and proven technical excellence.
What distinguishes Lightways from competitors is our fully integrated capability. Every project – from installation through commissioning and ongoing maintenance – is delivered by our own directly employed, extensively trained professionals, ensuring absolute consistency in quality, safety standards, and project accountability across every engagement.
Industry-Leading Qualifications & Professional Standards
Our commitment to professional excellence is verified through comprehensive training programmes and nationally recognised certifications. A substantial number of key personnel hold Highway Electrical Registration Scheme (HERS) qualifications, meeting National Highways Sector Scheme 8 (NHSS 8) requirements and holding ECS HERS cards. All electricians are trained to 18th Edition wiring regulations, whilst MEWP (mobile elevated work platform) operators have completed IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) certification.
Additional qualifications across our workforce include ERG39, ECS, NRSWA, SSSTS/SMSTS, CSCS, and CPCS certifications – demonstrating the breadth and depth of technical competence we maintain through rigorous ongoing training programmes. This investment in professional development creates a highly qualified, knowledgeable, and motivated workforce that represents a genuine competitive advantage increasingly difficult to recruit within the industry.
Our professional standing is further verified through SELECT membership (Scotland's electrical contracting trade association), HERS accreditation, and approval through CHAS, Achilles, and Construction Line. These credentials provide clients with objective assurance that Lightways operates to the highest industry standards with transparent, independently verified business practices.
Comprehensive Technical Capabilities
Our street lighting services encompass the complete project lifecycle. We deliver full highway, trunk road, and residential development installations including column and high mast removal and erection, cable trench excavation, surface reinstatement, and all associated electrical works. Our capabilities extend to electrical service connections (including groundworks, cabling, and jointing), ducting and chamber installations, inspections and testing to BS7671 standards, maintenance and repairs, and professional lighting design services.
For existing installations, we provide LED upgrade programmes delivering 50-70% energy savings, column and lantern replacement services, and 24/7 emergency repair capabilities ensuring client assets remain operational regardless of when faults occur. Our maintenance programmes combine proactive scheduled inspections with rapid reactive response, minimising downtime and maximising asset performance throughout operational lifecycles.
Trusted by Scotland's Leading Organisations
We serve an extensive client portfolio including local authorities across central Scotland, Transport Scotland for trunk road infrastructure, community councils, NHS Scotland facilities, housing associations, and insurance repair/facilities management contractors. This diverse client base reflects our capability to deliver projects ranging from small-scale repairs through to multi-million pound trunk road lighting installations, all maintained to identical quality standards regardless of contract value.
Our commitment extends beyond technical delivery. We provide high-quality products and services that represent genuine value, backed by transparent communication, professional project management, and absolute reliability. Whether you require major infrastructure installations, LED energy-saving upgrades, or emergency repair support, Lightways delivers exceptional results underpinned by 45+ years of proven excellence across Scotland's street lighting sector.
Our Services
Installation & New Works
- Full installation projects on motorways, trunk roads, and major highways
- Column and high mast removal, erection, and installation
- Cable trench excavation and surface reinstatement
- Electrical service connections, cabling, and jointing
- Ducting and chamber installation
- Complete project delivery from design through commissioning
- Street lighting for new residential developments
- Town and city centre lighting installations
- Decorative and feature lighting systems
- Community pathway and cycleway lighting
- Car park and public space illumination
LED Upgrades & Energy Efficiency
- LED lantern replacement programmes delivering 50–70% energy savings
- Energy-efficient technology reducing operational costs
- Intelligent lighting management systems
- Environmental impact reduction through modern technology
- Long-term cost savings through reduced maintenance requirements
Maintenance & Emergency Response
- 24/7 emergency callout and repair services
- Scheduled maintenance programmes
- Inspections and testing to BS7671 standards
- Column and lantern repairs and replacements
- Electrical fault diagnosis and rectification
- Asset condition surveys and reporting
Specialist Lighting Services
- Award-winning festive lighting installations
- Building and monument illumination
- Decorative town centre lighting schemes
- Event and seasonal lighting projects
- Complete design, installation, maintenance, and removal services
- Compliance with relevant standards and regulations
- Energy efficiency assessments
- Lighting scheme optimisation
Why choose Lightways for street lighting?
45+ Years Specialist Experience
Scotland's most experienced street lighting contractors with proven track record across major infrastructure projects.
Fully Qualified In-House Teams
No subcontractors for core electrical works – all personnel directly employed, HERS certified, and continuously trained.
Complete Project Capability
Integrated design, supply, installation, and maintenance services delivered by single accountable contractor.
Industry-Leading Accreditations
SELECT membership, HERS, ECS, NRSWA certifications, CHAS, Achilles, and Construction Line approved.
24 7 Emergency Response
Round-the-clock callout capabilities ensuring rapid response to urgent lighting failures.
Energy Efficiency Expertise
Specialist LED upgrade programmes delivering substantial long-term operational cost savings.
Our Clients
Public Sector
- Local authorities across Scotland
- Transport Scotland trunk road network
- Community councils
- NHS Scotland facilities
Private Sector
- Housing associations and registered social landlords
- Facilities management contractors
- Insurance repair specialists
Technical Standards & Compliance
All street lighting installations and maintenance works comply with:
- BS7671 (18th Edition) Wiring Regulations
- National Highways Sector Scheme 8 (NHSS 8)
- Highway Electrical Registration Scheme (HERS) requirements
- New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA)
- Scottish Road Works Commissioner requirements
- Relevant local authority specifications and standards
Request a Quote
Whether you require major highway lighting installations, LED energy-saving upgrades, ongoing maintenance programmes, or emergency repair support, our team is ready to discuss your requirements and provide competitive quotations backed by technical expertise and proven reliability.
Contact us today to discover how Lightways can deliver exceptional street lighting solutions for your organisation.