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Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance

Lightning protection system design, installation, maintenance and specialist earthing

With over 120 years of history we have a long and proud record of delivering a wide variety of Lightning Protection installations and specialist maintenance solutions of all sizes throughout the UK, Channel Islands and Europe.

03/06/2026

We are pleased to have been selected by Higgins Partnerships to deliver the design, supply and installation of the lightning protection, surge protection and specialist earthing systems for the Somerleyton Extra Care Phase 1 development.

The project will provide high-quality extra care housing designed to support independent living while delivering valuable community infrastructure.

This award marks the renewal of our relationship with Higgins Partnerships and reflects the trust built through previous projects, alongside our reputation for delivering technically robust solutions and dependable service.

Our scope includes the design and installation of lightning protection, specialist earthing and surge protection systems to safeguard the building and its critical electrical infrastructure.

“Projects like Somerleyton are built on more than technical capability. They are built on trust, consistency and strong relationships. We are delighted to be working with Higgins Partnerships once again and proud that the quality of our work and technical expertise has helped secure this important project.”

Dan Herron, Commercial Director
Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance

We look forward to supporting the successful delivery of the Somerleyton Extra Care development and thank Higgins Partnerships for their continued confidence in our team.

For more information about Bacon Group’s lightning protection, specialist earthing and testing services, visit https://buff.ly/syERy5n

02/06/2026

Managing lightning protection across a single building is one thing. Managing it across an entire property portfolio is something else entirely.

As portfolios grow, so does the complexity. Different system ages, testing histories, documentation standards, and maintenance approaches can quickly create compliance challenges if they are not managed consistently.

Common issues such as missed inspections, fragmented records, and reactive maintenance often introduce unnecessary risk.

A structured approach built around consistent inspections, centralised reporting, planned remediation, and accessible documentation helps improve visibility, strengthen audit readiness, and reduce long-term liability.

Effective portfolio compliance is not just about maintaining individual systems. It is about creating a clear, repeatable process that provides confidence across every property.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/jeDCPwS

28/05/2026

Single site vs portfolio risk

A single non-compliant building can create wider risk across an entire property portfolio.

When portfolios are managed inconsistently, issues are often missed until they become larger compliance, insurance, or safety problems.

One site may have:

• Complete inspection records
• Valid certification
• Clear remedial history

Another may have:

• Outdated testing
• Missing documentation
• Unresolved defects
• Limited evidence of compliance

From an oversight perspective, that inconsistency matters.

Insurance reviews, audits, contractor management, and duty holder responsibilities are rarely viewed in isolation across large estates or multi-site portfolios.

This is why portfolio-level visibility is critical.

Consistent inspection standards, structured reporting, centralised records, and planned remedial tracking help reduce hidden risk across every building.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/QNOTC93

27/05/2026

Why was the price so low?

If one contractor is significantly cheaper than specialist lightning protection contractors, duty holders should stop and ask why.

Are they allowing enough time for proper inspection and testing?
Do they understand how BS EN 62305 applies in real-world conditions?
Can they issue valid, traceable certification backed by meaningful reporting?

Low pricing often comes from somewhere:

• Reduced inspection scope
• Limited testing
• Weak documentation
• Inexperienced personnel
• Lack of specialist accreditation or oversight

On paper, the saving may look attractive. But lightning protection is a critical safety system - not a box-ticking exercise.

If reporting is poor, defects are missed, or certification cannot stand up to scrutiny, the long-term cost can become far greater than the original saving.

Cheap compliance is rarely robust compliance. Reliable testing depends on competence, consistency, evidence, and accountability.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/5KfWZ9B

26/05/2026

Portfolio compliance workflow

Portfolio compliance works best when inspections, reporting, certification, and remedial works follow a clear and repeatable process across every site.

Without structure, problems are easily missed. One building may receive detailed testing and reporting, while another receives only a basic visual inspection. Over time, this creates inconsistent records, unclear system history, and growing compliance gaps across the portfolio.

A dependable workflow usually includes:

• Scheduled inspection & testing intervals
• Consistent reporting standards
• Clear defect categorisation
• Prioritised remedial actions
• Centralised compliance records
• Ongoing review of recurring issues

When every site follows the same process, trends become easier to identify, reporting becomes easier to defend, and long-term risk becomes easier to manage.

Portfolio compliance is not just about testing buildings individually. It is about maintaining visibility, consistency, and accountability at scale.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/FTXeZcj

21/05/2026

Social landlord compliance challenges

Social housing portfolios face very different compliance pressures compared to single commercial buildings.

Managing large numbers of properties across multiple locations creates challenges around consistency, visibility, budgeting, and long-term planning. Many portfolios also contain a mix of building ages, roof layouts, and legacy systems that can affect lightning protection requirements.

Common challenges include:

• Large multi-site portfolios
• Mixed building ages and system types
• Budget constraints
• Multiple contractors and inconsistent reporting
• Occupied buildings and restricted access
• Increased scrutiny from insurers and auditors

Without consistent inspections and clear documentation, compliance gaps can quickly appear across a portfolio.

For social landlords, compliance is not just about annual testing - it is about maintaining accurate records, tracking system condition, and demonstrating long-term control across every building."

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/aFtqXf4

19/05/2026

Consistency across multi-site inspections

A compliant system in one building doesn’t guarantee consistency across an entire portfolio.

Across multi-site estates, compliance often starts to drift when inspection scope, testing methods, reporting standards, and remedial recommendations vary from site to site.

One contractor may provide detailed electrical testing and reporting. Another may only complete a basic visual inspection. Over time, this creates fragmented records and inconsistent evidence across the portfolio.

That becomes a problem when duty holders need to:

- Review compliance across multiple buildings
- Track recurring defects
- Prioritise remedial works
- Prepare for audits or insurance queries
- Demonstrate compliance under BS EN 62305

Compliance is not just about having a system installed - it’s about ensuring every site is inspected, tested, and reported to a consistent standard.

Cheap, inconsistent testing may reduce short-term costs, but often increases long-term risk and compliance gaps.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/46FzqsC

18/05/2026

Cheap testing can become expensive later

Cheaper is not always better - especially when it comes to lightning protection testing and compliance.

Some non-specialist contractors win inspection work by significantly undercutting experienced, accredited lightning protection specialists. On paper, it can appear to be a cost saving.

But if inspections are rushed, testing is incomplete, reporting lacks technical detail, or certification cannot properly evidence compliance, that “saving” can become far more expensive later.

Poor inspection standards can lead to missed defects, deteriorating earthing performance, incomplete bonding, unsupported certification, failed audits, insurance scrutiny, or costly remedial works that should have been identified earlier.

Lightning protection is a critical safety system - not just another maintenance line item.

Duty holders should look beyond price alone and consider:

• Technical accreditation
• Specialist experience
• Quality of reporting
• Clear certification and evidence
• Long-term reliability and accountability

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/L0pn3oc

15/05/2026

When compliance records are spread across emails, PDFs, spreadsheets, and multiple contractors, visibility starts to disappear.

One building may have complete historical data.
Another may only have the latest certificate.
Some reports may include photos, resistance readings, and remedial recommendations.�Others may provide almost no meaningful evidence at all.

Over time, portfolios become difficult to oversee consistently.

This creates problems when planning inspections, reviewing recurring defects, managing remedial works, preparing for audits, or responding to insurance and compliance queries.

Centralised records are not just about administration - they improve long-term control.

Clear, accessible reporting helps duty holders track trends, identify higher-risk sites, understand system history, and make more informed maintenance and budgeting decisions across entire property portfolios.

Good compliance depends on more than testing. It depends on being able to evidence, track, and understand the results over time.

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Portfolio Thinking
Dependable Compliance at Scale

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance
+44 (0)1621 230100
https://buff.ly/NALGnsY

13/05/2026

Bacon Group Awarded 1 Appold Street Lightning Protection Contract

Bacon Lightning Protection & Maintenance Ltd is pleased to announce the award of the lightning protection and specialist earthing package for the prestigious 1 Appold Street development in the City of London.

Located in the heart of London’s financial district, 1 Appold Street is a major commercial development that will deliver high-quality office space within one of the capital’s most prominent business locations.

The project represents another significant addition to London’s evolving skyline and reflects continued investment in modern, sustainable commercial infrastructure.

As part of the project, Bacon Group will undertake the full design, supply, and installation of the building’s lightning protection and earthing systems in accordance with BS EN 62305 and associated British Standards.

The scope of works includes:

• Structural lightning protection system design
• Specialist earthing design and installation
• Coordination with wider building services and infrastructure
• Installation of the complete lightning protection system
• Testing, certification, and compliance documentation

With over 130 years of experience in the lightning protection industry, Bacon Group continues to support major commercial developments, infrastructure projects, and complex construction schemes across the UK.

The appointment reinforces the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering technically robust, compliant, and dependable lightning protection solutions for large-scale developments where safety, system integration, and long-term reliability are critical.

Chris Bacon, Managing Director at Bacon Group, commented:

“We are proud to have been appointed to such a significant London development. Projects of this scale require careful coordination, technical expertise, and a strong focus on compliance from the earliest design stages through to final installation and certification.”

For more information about Bacon Group’s lightning protection, specialist earthing, and testing services, visit Bacon Group at https://buff.ly/zFDTI2l

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