LIGHTNING PROTECTION SERVICES
Our team has a vast history working within the Lightning Protection Industry and all of our works are carried out to the to the current BS EN 62305. We provide lightning protection testing, inspections, maintenance, earthing systems, and lightning conductor installations for commercial, industrial, and heritage properties across the UK.
At Spotlight Construction, we provide lightning protection testing, inspections, maintenance, earthing systems, surge protection, and lightning conductor installations designed to protect buildings, electrical systems, and occupants from the dangers associated with lightning strikes.
Lightning strikes are a serious threat to buildings, equipment, electrical infrastructure, and human safety. Our experienced lightning protection contractors deliver tailored lightning protection systems that help businesses, property owners, heritage properties, and industrial facilities remain compliant, protected, and operational.
Whether you're responsible for a commercial facility, an industrial site, heritage property, school, church or public building, our experienced engineers deliver tailored solutions to protect your assets, meet regulatory requirements, and keep your people safe.
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Our qualified engineers carry out detailed lightning protection risk assessments in accordance with BS EN 62305-2, identifying the level of lightning threat and determining the appropriate protection measures.
These assessments form the foundation of a fully compliant lightning protection system design and help ensure your property receives the correct level of protection.
Risk Assessments
(BS EN 62305-2)
Routine lightning protection tests and inspections are critical to maintaining the effectiveness of any lightning protection system.
We provide:
Annual lightning protection testing
System inspections and condition reports
Preventative maintenance
Earthing system testing
Fault identification and repairs
System upgrades and compliance checks
Inspection, Testing & Maintenance
In accordance with BS EN 62305-4, we design and install Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) to protect sensitive electrical and electronic equipment from transient over voltages caused by lightning activity.
Our surge protection solutions help protect:
Fire alarms and security systems
Computer networks and data centres
Audio-visual and broadcast equipment
HVAC control systems
Lighting infrastructure
Power distribution infrastructure
Proper surge protection reduces the risk of equipment failure, electrical damage, system downtime, and costly repairs.
Surge Protection – Safeguarding Electrical Systems
Using the results of the lightning risk assessment, we design and install fully compliant lightning protection systems tailored to your building and operational requirements.
Our services include:
Air termination systems
Down conductor installation
Earthing and bonding systems
Lightning conductor installation
Structural lightning protection
New system installations and upgrades
All installations are carried out in accordance with BS EN 62305 guidelines, protecting your building against both direct and indirect lightning strikes.
System Design &
Installation
We understand the unique challenges involved in protecting heritage buildings, listed properties, churches, cathedrals, and historic estates, where preservation and aesthetics are just as important as safety.
Our team has extensive experience working on listed buildings, historic estates, cathedrals, and local churches by adopting:
Discreet and sympathetic installation techniques
Minimal visual impact solutions
Collaboration with conservation officers and heritage bodies
Careful preservation of historic architecture
Proven protection systems for churches and listed building. We provide effective and compliant lightning protection solutions without compromising the character or integrity of the building.
Specialist Expertise: Heritage Buildings and Churches
Frequently Asked Questions
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Whether a lightning protection system is required depends on the outcome of a risk assessment carried out in accordance with BS EN 62305.Many commercial, industrial, heritage, educational and multi‑occupancy buildings require lightning protection to ensure compliance and protect occupants, assets, and critical infrastructure.
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A full lightning protection installation typically includes air terminals, down conductors, earthing arrangements, and bonding to the building’s metalwork and services. All installations are designed and installed in accordance with BS EN 62305 to provide effective protection against lightning strikes.
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If a system does not meet current standards, we provide a detailed report outlining any defects, non‑conformities or safety concerns. We can then carry out all required remedial works to bring the system back into compliance and ensure the system operates effectively.