Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bristol: what is involved?
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bristol means light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. We cover the BS1 district and the rest of Bristol, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many South West towns mix Georgian and Victorian terraces with modern estates, so the right product differs street by street. Think of sun tunnels & tubular skylights for small internal rooms where a full rooflight will not fit.
Bristol is the main town we list in Bristol; we also cover nearby Clifton and Redland.
What you can choose
- Rigid (brighter) or flexible tubes
- Integrated electric light
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Diffusers in several sizes
- Ventilation adaptor
- Optional ventilation or lighting kit on some models
- Works on pitched and flat roofs
What to check first
- Light output falls with tube length and bends
- Gives light, not a view
Do you need permission in Bristol?
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. The Future Homes and Buildings Standards, published in March 2026, apply from 24 March 2027 and keep the 2.2 W/m²K limit for rooflights.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do sun tunnels & tubular skylights cost in Bristol?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Bristol, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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 BS1 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Bristol, measures and checks structure and access.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Neighbouring towns
Related work in Bristol
Questions about sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bristol
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.
Can it work at night?
Some models include a light fitting in the diffuser.
Rigid or flexible tube?
Rigid tubes carry much more light. Flexible tubes are easier where the loft is cluttered, but lose light faster.
Will I need planning permission in Bristol?
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line.
Do you fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bristol?
Yes. We survey and fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bristol. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
