What do sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bicester involve?
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bicester means light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. We cover the OX26 district and the rest of Oxfordshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Orangery-style extensions with lanterns are popular across the South East, and solar-control glass makes a big difference on south-facing gardens. Think of sun tunnels & tubular skylights for windowless hallways, landings and bathrooms.
We work across Oxfordshire, including Bicester, and in neighbouring towns such as Oxford and Banbury. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Specification options
- Insulated tube sections
- Diffusers in several sizes
- Integrated electric light
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Ventilation adaptor
- Works on pitched and flat roofs
- Small ceiling opening, quick fit
Before you order: points to check
- Light output falls with tube length and bends
- Tube runs need insulation in cold lofts to limit condensation
Planning and building rules for Bicester
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.
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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do sun tunnels & tubular skylights cost in Bicester?
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 |
What happens next
- Tell us what you have. Send the OX26 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Questions about sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bicester
Rigid or flexible tube?
Rigid tubes carry much more light. Flexible tubes are easier where the loft is cluttered, but lose light faster.
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.
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.
Is the survey in Bicester free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bicester?
Yes. We survey and fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Bicester and across Oxfordshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
