Sun tunnels & tubular skylights for Atherton: the essentials
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Atherton means light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. We cover the M46 district and the rest of Greater Manchester, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Stone and brick terraces are typical across the North West, and roof windows in rear slopes are a common way to light attic rooms. Think of sun tunnels & tubular skylights for windowless hallways, landings and bathrooms.
Neighbouring towns include Tyldesley (2 km) and Westhoughton (3 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
What you can choose
- Ventilation adaptor
- Integrated electric light
- Diffusers in several sizes
- Insulated tube sections
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Works on pitched and flat roofs
- Small ceiling opening, quick fit
Before you order: points to check
- Tube runs need insulation in cold lofts to limit condensation
- Gives light, not a view
Consents for sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Atherton
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. A rooflight on a side-facing slope must be obscure-glazed, and fixed shut unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. 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.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Atherton
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Atherton, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| 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
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
Nearby towns
Other services in Atherton
Common questions
Do sun tunnels need planning permission?
Usually not on a house, provided the dome does not project too far and the property is not listed. Check if you live in a conservation area or a flat.
Can it work at night?
Some models include a light fitting in the diffuser.
Can it go through a flat roof?
Yes, with a flat-roof flashing and upstand.
How do I book a survey in Atherton?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Atherton?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
