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McMillan Electrical are approved Lightwave PRO installers serving homeowners across Sussex, Surrey and Kent. LightwaveRF is the UK's number one smart home and home automation system — and as a NICEIC-approved electrical contractor with nearly 20 years of experience, we have the expertise to design and install it properly. Whether you want to control your lighting, heating, and power from your phone, or integrate your home with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Home, we handle everything from design through to completion.
What Is LightwaveRF?
Lightwave is the UK's leading smart home system, designed to give you intelligent control over your lighting, heating, and power without compromising on design. At the heart of every Lightwave installation is the Link Plus hub — the central controller that connects all your devices and enables remote access, automation, and voice control. All Lightwave products are retrofit, meaning they install using standard UK wiring with no new cables and no chasing out walls.
What sets Lightwave apart from other smart home systems is its proprietary point-to-point radio protocol. Unlike systems that rely on Wi-Fi or mesh networks, LightwaveRF operates on its own low-frequency radio network — so your smart home continues to function normally even if your internet goes down. Signals reach up to 100 metres indoors and 1,000 metres outdoors, making it ideal for larger properties and outbuildings across the region.
The system is controlled through the Lightwave app on your smartphone or tablet, and integrates with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Home for voice control. Scenes, schedules, energy monitoring, and simulated occupancy are all built in — and the system is fully scalable, so you can start with one room and expand over time.
Benefits of a LightwaveRF Smart Home
Control From Anywhere: Adjust your lighting, heating, and sockets from your smartphone wherever you are — at home or away — through the Lightwave app.
Works Without Wi-Fi: Lightwave operates on its own proprietary radio network, completely independent of your home Wi-Fi. Your devices and automations keep running even if your internet goes down.
Scalable System: Start with one room and expand over time without any changes to the infrastructure already installed.
Voice Control Built In: Works natively with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit via Siri, and Google Home — control your lighting and heating by voice without opening the app.
Energy Monitoring: Track energy usage in real time through the app. Set alerts for individual appliances and build automations to cut unnecessary consumption.
Smart Home Automation: Set timers, schedules, and scenes that adapt to your routine. Wake-up lighting, simulated occupancy for security, timed heating, and appliance monitoring are all available from day one.
Exceptional Range: Lightwave's radio protocol reaches up to 100 metres indoors and 1,000 metres outdoors — making it one of the most reliable smart home systems available for larger properties and outbuildings.
Beautiful Design: Lightwave switches and sockets are designed to look as good as they perform, with slim profiles and premium finishes including a bespoke collection for high-end interiors.
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Our LightwaveRF Installation Services
As approved Lightwave PRO installers, we provide professional smart home installation and home automation services across residential and commercial properties throughout Sussex, Surrey and Kent.
Our Services Include
Link Plus Hub Supply and Configuration: Every LightwaveRF installation starts with the Link Plus hub. We supply, install, and fully configure the hub as the central control point for your system.
Smart Lighting Installation: A complete smart lighting system designed and installed throughout your property — dimmer switches, on/off switches, and scene selectors configured for individual room control or whole-home lighting scenes.
Magic Button Configuration: The Magic Button turns any spare gang on a Lightwave dimmer into a powerful controller for the whole system — whole-house kill switch, zone control, mood lighting scenes, two-way switching, and security lighting, all without additional wiring.
Smart Power Installation: Lightwave smart sockets giving you remote on/off control, real-time energy monitoring, and proactive appliance alerts for individual devices.
Smart Heating Installation: Smart heating controls replacing your existing system with intelligent, schedulable heating you can manage by room, by schedule, or by voice
Whole-Home Smart Home Design and Installation: Full property design and installation — we map your requirements, specify the right products for each room, and deliver the complete system as a single project.
App, Voice and Integration Setup: We pair all devices to the Link Plus hub and ensure the Lightwave app is ready to use on the day of installation. We walk you through connecting your preferred voice assistant — Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Home — so you can complete setup using your own account.
Our LightwaveRF Installation Process
Free Consultation
We visit your property, discuss what you want to achieve, and design a Lightwave system around your home and your lifestyle. No obligation, no pressure.
System Design
We specify the exact products needed for each room — Link Plus hub, switches, sockets, heating controls, Magic Buttons — and provide a clear, fixed-price quote before any work begins.
Professional Installation
Our NICEIC-approved electricians install all Lightwave products using standard UK wiring. All work is carried out safely and in full compliance with current electrical regulations. No new cables, no chasing out walls.
Pairing and Commissioning
We pair all devices to the Link Plus hub, confirm everything is communicating correctly, and test every switch, socket, and control before we leave. The system will be fully operational on the day of installation.
Handover
We walk you through the Lightwave app so you can set up your rooms, scenes, schedules, and automations exactly how you want them. We also guide you through connecting your preferred voice assistant — Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Home — using your own account.
Why Choose McMillan Electrical as Your LightwaveRF Installer?
There are many electricians who can fit a smart switch. There are far fewer who understand smart home systems at a design and integration level, hold the correct electrical accreditations, and are approved by the manufacturer to install their products.
Approved LightwaveRF PRO Installer: We are listed on the official LightwaveRF installer network — recognised by the manufacturer as qualified to design and install their system to the required standard.
NICEIC Approved Contractor: All electrical work is carried out by NICEIC-approved electricians in full compliance with BS 7671 wiring regulations.
Nearly 20 Years of Experience: McMillan Electrical has been working in homes across Sussex, Surrey and Kent since 2006. We understand residential electrical installations inside out.
Full System Design: We don't just fit products — we design the system around your home, ensuring every product is correctly specified and the installation is clean, reliable, and future-proof.
Single Point of Contact: Electrical installation and smart home configuration handled by the same team, with no handoffs and no gaps in responsibility.
Fixed-Price Quotes: You will know the full cost before we start. No surprises on completion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lightwave smart home installations in Sussex, Surrey and Kent — answered by our approved LightwaveRF PRO installers.
What is LightwaveRF and how does it work?
LightwaveRF is the UK's number one smart home system. It uses a proprietary point-to-point radio protocol — not Wi-Fi — to connect smart switches, sockets, and heating controls to a central Link Plus hub. You control everything through the LightwaveRF app or by voice using Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit via Siri, or Google Home. All products are retrofit and install using standard UK wiring.
Does LightwaveRF need a hub?
Yes. The Link Plus hub is the heart of every LightwaveRF installation. It acts as the central controller, enabling communication between all devices, remote access through the app, and integration with voice assistants. We supply and configure the hub as part of every installation.
Will my smart home still work if my internet goes down?
Yes. LightwaveRF operates on its own proprietary low-frequency radio network, completely independent of your home Wi-Fi. Your lights, heating, and sockets continue to function normally even during internet or network outages — which is one of the key advantages of LightwaveRF over Wi-Fi-based smart home systems.
Do I need to rewire my home to install LightwaveRF?
No. All LightwaveRF products are retrofit and utilise standard UK wiring. Our electricians install smart switches and sockets without the need for new cables or chasing out walls, making the process clean and minimally disruptive.
Can LightwaveRF work with Alexa and Apple HomeKit?
Yes. LightwaveRF integrates with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit via Siri, and Google Home. Once installed and configured by our team, you can control your lighting, heating, and power by voice or through your preferred platform. We handle all integrations as part of the installation.
How much does a LightwaveRF smart home installation cost?
The cost depends on the size of your property and how many rooms and products are included. A single-room smart lighting installation is a straightforward job, while a whole-home system covering lighting, power, and heating across multiple rooms is a larger project. We provide a free consultation and a written fixed-price quote before any work begins.
Can I start with one room and expand later?
Absolutely. LightwaveRF is a fully scalable system. You can start with a single room and add more products and rooms over time without any changes to the infrastructure already installed. Many of our customers begin with smart lighting in the living room or kitchen and build from there.
Are you an approved LightwaveRF installer?
Yes. McMillan Electrical are listed on the official LightwaveRF approved installer network, recognised by LightwaveRF as qualified to design and install their system to the required standard. You can verify our listing on the LightwaveRF website.
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