How we approach sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Brecon
Thinking about sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Brecon? The short answer: light pipes that bring daylight to halls and bathrooms with no window. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Wales sees a lot of wind-driven rain, particularly in the west, so upstand height and flashing laps matter more than anywhere. Think of sun tunnels & tubular skylights for windowless hallways, landings and bathrooms.
Neighbouring towns include Merthyr Tydfil (22 km) and Ebbw Vale (23 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Specification options
- Pitched or flat-roof flashings
- Ventilation adaptor
- Rigid (brighter) or flexible tubes
- Integrated electric light
- Insulated tube sections
- Small ceiling opening, quick fit
- Optional ventilation or lighting kit on some models
Before you order: points to check
- Light output falls with tube length and bends
- Not a substitute for a habitable-room window
Planning, building control and Brecon
Planning rules in Wales are tighter than in England for rooflights: Class C rights do not apply in conservation areas, National Parks or AONBs, so a rooflight there needs planning permission. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the council, and flats have no householder permitted development rights.
In Wales the limiting values are 2.2 W/m²K for a rooflight and 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B) for a roof window in an existing house. Wales also has its own overheating rules (Part O) for new homes, in force since November 2022.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Guide prices for Brecon
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 LD3 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.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
Sun tunnels & tubular skylights near Brecon
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Sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Brecon: questions
Can it go through a flat roof?
Yes, with a flat-roof flashing and upstand.
Can it work at night?
Some models include a light fitting in the diffuser.
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.
Do you fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Brecon?
Yes. We survey and fit sun tunnels & tubular skylights in Brecon and across Powys. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Is the survey in Brecon free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
