Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Inverness: what is involved?
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Inverness means light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. We cover the IV2 district and other parts of the Highlands and Islands, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Short winter days in Scotland make every square metre of overhead glass count, so rooflight sizing matters. In Inverness, as anywhere, sun tunnels & tubular skylights are the usual choice for windowless hallways, landings and bathrooms.
Inverness is the main town we list in the Highlands and Islands; we also cover nearby Elgin and Huntly.
Specification options
- Diffusers in several sizes
- Ventilation adaptor
- Insulated tube sections
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Rigid (brighter) or flexible tubes
- Rigid or flexible tubes for awkward lofts
- Optional ventilation or lighting kit on some models
Things we check at survey
- Light output falls with tube length and bends
- Tube runs need insulation in cold lofts to limit condensation
Planning, building control and Inverness
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.
Scottish energy standards for glazing, including rooflights, use an area-weighted average of 1.4–1.6 W/m²K in extensions, so most modern units comply comfortably. Forming a new opening normally involves structural work, so check with the local authority verifier whether a building warrant is needed.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Guide prices for Inverness
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 |
How the job runs
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Inverness, measures and checks structure and access.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Inverness: 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.
Will it get condensation?
Insulating the tube where it passes through a cold loft prevents most condensation.
Can it work at night?
Some models include a light fitting in the diffuser.
Do you fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Inverness?
Yes. We survey and fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Inverness and across the Highlands and Islands. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Will I need planning permission in Inverness?
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed.
