SBE
Retrofits & LED Upgrades
If your club already has floodlights, you already know what they cost to run. Older metal halide lamps burn through electricity, fade as they age, and need replacing every couple of seasons. Upgrading them to LED is one of the smartest moves a club can make, and in many cases we can do it using the columns you already have.
SBE upgrades tired, expensive floodlighting to modern LED for clubs and facilities across Ireland. You get brighter, better light, far lower bills, and a system that funds much of itself through the savings.
Why clubs are upgrading to LED
A retrofit changes the numbers on day one, and keeps paying you back for years.
Cut your electricity bills.
LED typically cuts lighting energy use by up to 50%, and often more when it replaces old metal halide, which is money straight back into the club.
Slash your maintenance.
Quality LED fittings last 20 years or more, so you are no longer hiring a cherry picker to replace failed lamps every season.
Better light on the pitch.
Light only what you need.
A retrofit is the perfect time to add controls, timers, and zoning, so you only pay to light the pitch that is in use.
Lower your carbon.
Less energy means a smaller footprint and a greener club, which matters more every year.
Keep your columns, upgrade your lights.
Here is where a retrofit really saves you money. If your existing columns are structurally sound, we can often simply replace the old heads with new LED fittings, rather than starting again from scratch.
That avoids the civil works of putting up new columns, and in many cases it avoids the planning process too, since you are improving what is already there rather than building something new. The result is an upgrade that is faster, cheaper, and far less disruptive than a full new installation. We always assess your columns first and tell you straight whether they are up to it, so there are no surprises later.
An upgrade that pays for itself.
Here is where a retrofit really saves you money. If your existing columns are structurally sound, we can often simply replace the old heads with new LED fittings, rather than starting again from scratch.
That avoids the civil works of putting up new columns, and in many cases it avoids the planning process too, since you are improving what is already there rather than building something new. The result is an upgrade that is faster, cheaper, and far less disruptive than a full new installation. We always assess your columns first and tell you straight whether they are up to it, so there are no surprises later.
How a retrofit works
Our turnkey approach applies here too, and a retrofit is usually quicker than a new install.
Free assessment.
We survey your existing floodlights and columns and show you the savings an upgrade would deliver.
Design and savings estimate.
We produce a plan showing the new LED light levels and the energy and maintenance savings you can expect.
Grant support.
Installation.
We swap the fittings and any controls, reusing your columns where we can, with minimal disruption to your grounds.
Switch-on and sign-off.
We test the new system against your target lux levels and hand you the documentation to prove it meets the standard.
Why SBE for retrofits
You get an honest assessment of what your existing setup can and cannot do, decades of experience behind every upgrade, energy-efficient LED that cuts running costs by up to 50%, and lighting designed to meet EN 12193 and your governing body’s standards. All delivered turnkey and to our safety-first, ISO 45001 accredited standards.
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Can I reuse my existing columns?
Often, yes. If your columns are structurally sound, we can usually replace just the heads with LED fittings. We always assess them first and tell you straight.
How much will I save?
LED typically cuts lighting energy use by up to 50%, and often more when replacing old metal halide. We show you the exact figures for your club at the free assessment.
Do I need planning permission for a retrofit?
Often little or none, when you are upgrading existing columns rather than building new. We advise you on your specific situation.
Can I get a grant for an LED upgrade?
Yes. Energy efficiency is exactly what the Sports Capital grant, now the Community Sport Facilities Fund, prioritises, so retrofits are well-placed for funding, and we help you apply.
How long does a retrofit take?
It is usually quicker than a new installation, because there is often little or no civil work involved.
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Ready to Cut your Lighting Bills?
The first step is a free assessment of your existing floodlights, with a clear picture of the savings an upgrade would bring. There is no cost and no pressure.
Get your free lighting assessment today.