Updated 25 September 2026
Light points cost UK 2026
The going rate for light points in 2026 is £80–£250/point (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£80–£250/point
Worked example, 2 point£348
Time on site4 h
Light points calculator
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Market band source: Trade2Base.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| work | Add light point and switch | 2 h per point |
| work | Test and minor works cert | 0.5 h |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling rose or fitting, switch and cable per point | £15 Batten holder and switch — Basic point | £30 Pendant set and switch — Finished point | £60 Decorative fitting, dimmer — Feature light |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Floors and walls? suspended floors, stud walls · solid floors or walls
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Possible asbestos (Artex) | textured swirl ceiling where downlights or cables go | Textured ceiling: test for asbestos before cutting |
| Old cabling | rubber, lead-sheathed or cloth-covered cables | Old cable types: recommend a rewire |
| No RCD protection | board with no test button | RCD protection or consumer unit upgrade, if required £400–£700. No RCD protection: needed before adding to circuits |
Questions
How much does light points cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is £80–£250/point (total, ex VAT), from Trade2Base. A worked example of 2 point comes to about £308–£427 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does light points take?
The worked example of 2 point takes about 4 hours.
What changes the price of light points?
Mainly size and access, plus any prep found on site: possible asbestos (artex), old cabling, no rcd protection.