How we approach sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Irvine
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Irvine means light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. We cover the KA12 district and the rest of Ayrshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Typical uses for sun tunnels & tubular skylights include windowless hallways, landings and bathrooms.
Jobs in Irvine are planned around access: whether the roof can be reached from the garden, whether a hoist or crane is needed, and where we can park. We check this when we measure.
Specification options
- Insulated tube sections
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Rigid (brighter) or flexible tubes
- Diffusers in several sizes
- Ventilation adaptor
- Small ceiling opening, quick fit
- Optional ventilation or lighting kit on some models
What to check first
- Gives light, not a view
- Not a substitute for a habitable-room window
Planning and building rules for Irvine
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Under the Scottish building standards, replacement rooflights should average 1.6 W/m²K or better, and no individual unit should exceed 3.3 W/m²K. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights prices in Irvine
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large rigid tunnel, long run | £1,675 – £2,275 | £1,395 – £1,895 |
| Standard rigid tunnel Typical | £1,315 – £1,795 | £1,095 – £1,495 |
| Compact flexible tunnel | £1,075 – £1,435 | £895 – £1,195 |
The process, step by step
- Tell us what you have. Send the KA12 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Common questions
How much light does a sun tunnel give?
A good rigid tunnel on a bright day lights a hallway well. Output depends on tube diameter, length and the number of bends.
Will it get condensation?
Insulating the tube where it passes through a cold loft prevents most condensation.
Rigid or flexible tube?
Rigid tubes carry much more light. Flexible tubes are easier where the loft is cluttered, but lose light faster.
Do you fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Irvine?
Yes. We survey and fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Irvine and across Ayrshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Irvine?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
