Now’s the Perfect Time to Assess Your Lighting, Is Your School, College or University Ready for the Summer Break?
- Ryan O'Toole
- Jul 10
- 2 min read
As we roll into July, most universities have already wrapped up for the year, while schools and colleges are just days away from the start of the long six-week summer break. For many educational establishments, this is the only real window to carry out essential maintenance works without disrupting students and staff.
Historically, we’ve seen it time and again, the last-minute scramble in late July to get lighting surveys booked, emergency lighting tested, and lux level checks completed. By then, the clock is already ticking, making it far harder to plan properly or get the best value for your budget.
At Mech-Elec Building Services, we believe planning ahead is the best way to maximise this crucial period. Right now is the perfect opportunity to arrange a no-obligation site survey of your lighting systems. Whether it’s assessing general lighting conditions, checking your emergency lighting compliance, or preparing detailed lux level reports, our experienced team is ready to help.
Stay Compliant, Emergency Lighting is Not Optional
It’s worth remembering that emergency lighting isn’t just a tick-box exercise, it’s a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and forms a critical part of your building’s life safety systems.
We often find issues during our surveys, including:
Non-functional emergency fittings
Poor or non-existent signage illumination
Incomplete or out-of-date testing records
A thorough emergency lighting test and lux level assessment now can save you headaches later, ensuring your building remains compliant, your insurance stays valid, and most importantly, staff and students are kept safe.
We can carry out comprehensive emergency lighting inspections, produce compliance reports, and highlight any remedial actions needed, all scheduled around your summer shutdown to minimise disruption.
Unlock Energy and Cost Savings with LED Upgrades
Upgrading to modern LED lighting isn’t just about brighter classrooms and improved aesthetics, it’s a straightforward way to dramatically cut energy costs.
On average, switching from traditional fluorescent or halogen lighting to LED can deliver:
✅ Up to 70% reduction in lighting energy consumption
✅ Lower maintenance costs thanks to longer lamp lifespans, often exceeding 50,000 hours
✅ Reduced carbon footprint, helping you meet sustainability targets and enhance your ESG credentials
For schools, colleges and universities working with ever-tightening budgets, these savings can free up valuable funds for teaching and learning priorities.
At Mech-Elec, we specialise in providing complete LED lighting upgrade solutions, from initial surveys and design proposals through to installation, with clear ROI calculations and tailored budgets to suit your needs.
Why Act Now?
✅ Avoid the rush, secure your survey slots before summer is in full swing
✅ Get a crystal-clear view of your current lighting installation, compliance status, and energy-saving opportunities
✅ Be ready to use the summer break to carry out improvements, without the stress of tight timeframes or last-minute surprises
Book Your Free Survey Today
We’re already working with schools, colleges and universities across the region to survey their buildings, produce emergency lighting reports, and design cost-effective, energy-efficient LED upgrades.
Let’s get your building ready over the summer, so when staff and students return, your lighting is fully compliant, energy efficient, and creating an environment that truly encourages growth and learning.
📞 Call us today on 0115 667 0244 or visit www.mech-elecbuildingservices.co.uk to get started.