Portable traffic lights
2-way portable traffic lights
The workhorse for single-lane shuttle working on two-way roads.
Hire only or installed
Powys · Wales
Traffic management in Builth Wells
Need to work on a road in Builth Wells? We supply and install portable traffic lights, signs, barriers and closures across Powys (LD2), and handle the paperwork with Powys Council.
Working on the road in Builth Wells
Permits and rules in Builth Wells
Powys Council is the highway authority for Builth Wells: Powys is the highway authority for local roads. Trunk roads are managed by the Welsh Government, through its trunk road agents.
Street works in Wales are co-ordinated by the local highway authority under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991. Some Welsh authorities need notices and others run permit schemes, so the notice period depends on the council.
In and around Builth Wells, the A470 and A483 carry most of the through traffic. Work on or next to these roads usually needs signals or a lane closure rather than simple cones, and often off-peak or night working.
With around 2,568 people living in the town, footways, bus routes and school runs all shape how works here are planned.
Services
Traffic management services in Builth Wells
Everything from a single set of temporary traffic lights to a full road closure with a signed diversion, installed by our crews or hired for your team.
Temporary traffic lights in Builth Wells
Installed, timed and maintained portable signals, from 2-way to full junctions.
Stop/Go & convoy working in Builth Wells
Trained operatives controlling traffic by hand when signals won't do.
Lane closures in Builth Wells
Tapers, advance signing and protection for work on busier and faster roads.
Road closures & diversions in Builth Wells
Full closures with signed diversion routes and the paperwork behind them.
Pedestrian management in Builth Wells
Safe, accessible routes for people on foot when the footway is closed.
Event traffic management in Builth Wells
Parking, closures and crowd routes for events of every size.
TM design & permits in Builth Wells
Drawings, method statements and the street works applications behind them.
24/7 emergency callout in Builth Wells
Burst main, collapse or crash: signs, lights and a crew, day or night.
Equipment hire
Temporary traffic lights and barrier hire in Builth Wells
Delivered to your site in Builth Wells for your trained team to install, or set out and maintained by ours.
Portable traffic lights
3-way portable traffic lights
Multi-phase control for works at or near a T-junction.
Installed by our crew
Barriers
Pedestrian barriers
Accessible barriers with a tapping rail for the footway.
Hire only or installed
VMS & vehicles
Variable message signs (VMS)
Trailer-mounted LED signs to warn drivers days ahead.
Installed by our crew
- Same-day quotes
- Signal timings set for the site
- Permits and TM drawings handled
Questions
Road works in Builth Wells: FAQs
Who do I apply to for a road works permit in Builth Wells?+
Powys Council. In Builth Wells, Powys is the highway authority for local roads. Trunk roads are the responsibility of the Welsh Government, through its trunk road agents. We can make the application for you.
Do I need permission for temporary traffic lights in Builth Wells?+
Yes. Portable traffic signals on a public road in Builth Wells need the agreement of Powys Council, normally requested with your street works notice. Private land such as car parks and sites doesn't need it.
How much notice do I need for road works in Builth Wells?+
Street works in Wales are co-ordinated by the local highway authority under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991. Some Welsh authorities need notices and others run permit schemes, so the notice period depends on the council. Call us and we'll confirm what Powys Council needs for your job.
Can you cover an emergency in Builth Wells out of hours?+
Yes. Our emergency line 01632 960 999 is answered 24/7. Crews cover Builth Wells and nearby Llandrindod Wells, Llanwrtyd Wells and Rhayader with signals, barriers and signs to make the site safe.
Nearby
Near Builth Wells
- Traffic management Llandrindod Wells7 mi
- Traffic management Llanwrtyd Wells10 mi
- Traffic management Rhayader12 mi
- Traffic management Hay-on-Wye13 mi
- Traffic management Talgarth13 mi
- Traffic management Brecon13 mi
- Traffic management Kington17 mi
- Traffic management Llandovery19 mi
Working in Builth Wells?
Tell us the street and the dates. We'll come back with kit, crew, permits and a price for Builth Wells, usually the same day.