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Light Up Your Bath Home — Quotes for flexible sun tunnel installation

Share a few details about your home and receive up to four no-obligation quotes for flexible sun tunnel installation from installers covering Bath.

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How it works
  1. 1Share about the room
  2. 2Select your installer
  3. 3Compare free quotes

Flexible sun tunnel installation Problems in Bath

Across Somerset, even on dull days, overcast days still produce useful diffuse light for a well-installed sun tunnel. It's one reason tubular skylights and sun tunnels are an increasingly requested fix for windowless rooms in Bath.

Working with a local installer around Bath generally means a quicker site visit and simpler access for any later adjustments. It's worth asking them to check the loft route in person rather than guessing the tube length.

Common flexible sun tunnel installation Problems in Bath

  • A stairwell that stays dim in daylight hours
  • A shower room or WC with no window
  • Damp patches near an old sun pipe
  • Moisture trapped behind the ceiling lens
  • A tired, discoloured sun tunnel dome on the roof
  • Weak, grey light from an ageing tubular skylight
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Finding a flexible sun tunnel installation Specialist in Bath

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Share about the room

Submit our short form with your postcode, roof type and the space in your Bath home you want to brighten, or the fault with your existing sun tunnel.

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Select your installer

Weigh up tube type, diameter, flashing kit, diffuser and guarantee at your own pace. There's no obligation to accept any quote.

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Compare free quotes

Installers covering Bath may get in touch to ask about the loft route and roof covering, arrange a visit and send a written quote.

How Much Does flexible sun tunnel installation Cost in Bath?

ServiceTypical CostTimeframe
Flexible Sun Tunnel Installation£400–£9503–5 hours

Common Questions About flexible sun tunnel installation in Bath

How much does flexible sun tunnel installation cost in Bath?

For most homes, flexible sun tunnel installation in Bath costs around £400–£950. The exact figure depends on the tube diameter, the length of the run through the loft, your roof covering and whether a rigid or flexible tube is used. A site visit will give you a fixed price.

How long does flexible sun tunnel installation take?

Typical flexible sun tunnel installation jobs in Bath take 3–5 hours. Steep or high roofs can add time, and a simple run straight down into a landing ceiling is often finished in a morning.

Will a sun tunnel work in a north-facing roof in Bath?

Yes. A sun tunnel collects diffuse daylight from the whole sky, not just direct sun, so a north-facing slope in Somerset will still light a room. Output is lower than on a south-facing slope, so it's worth asking about a larger diameter or a rigid tube to make up the difference.

Do I need planning permission for a sun tunnel in Bath?

In most cases, no. A sun tunnel on a house roof is normally treated as permitted development as long as the dome doesn't project more than 150mm beyond the roof slope. Listed buildings, flats and some conservation areas are different, so check with the council covering Bath if any of these apply.

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Recent Flexible Sun Tunnel Installation Enquiries in Bath

Real enquiries submitted by homeowners in Bath and surrounding areas. Contact details are not shown.

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L***oNine Acres Close, E12
★★★★★April 2017

I need a small centre-pivot window installed in the bathroom ceiling. I haven't bought the window and I'm flexible on the size. Are you the property owner: Owner Property Type:…

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K***eKA1
★★★★★September 2026

Sun tunnel in a bathroom with no windows. Need ventilation and backup LED light

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M***nOX11
★★★★☆June 2026

Supply fit install 900 x 600 electric skylight to a bathroom with a flat felt roof

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L***eStanley Avenue, CB4
★★★★★June 2026

A sun tunnel in the upstairs bathroom.

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L***eStanley Avenue, CB4
★★★★☆June 2026

i’m looking to have up to two sun tunnels installed in my upstairs bathroom. please could someone meet me at the property on monday 8th at 12:30pm to look at the work involved and …

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J***eNicholls Mews, SW16
★★★★★May 2026

Skylight for bathroom (currently no window)

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H***nDuck Street, DT2
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Sun tunnel installation for small bathroom

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M***lBenham Grove, PO16
★★★★☆May 2026

We have a velux in our roof above our bath, it looks like it's a remote controled window as it is really high in the roof, we have a little velux touch pad for it but it doesn't…

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B***yBlacker Lane, WF4
★★★★★May 2026

Job Type: Replacement Roof Type: Pitched Urgency: ASAP New roof window needed in bathroom. Current window is wooden and doesn't open

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J***nSG18
★★★★★May 2026

Velux Service Engineer, I have got roof bathroom window I cant open, the remote control is displaying no products found. I rang Velux advised to purchase a tool to release and re…

Local help with flexible sun tunnel installation in Bath

A dark room or a faulty daylight tube needs advice based on the roof above it. For flexible sun tunnel installation in Bath, submit one enquiry to hear from up to four independent specialists, subject to local availability.

Flexible daylight tubes have a reflective concertina lining that can follow a short, gently offset route. A survey should check whether the available path falls within the chosen product’s limits rather than relying on the tube’s flexibility alone.

Problems and projects to discuss in Bath

  • A small hallway has a short roof-to-ceiling distance.
  • Minor loft obstructions make a straight connection awkward.
  • You want to compare a lower-cost flexible option with a rigid system.

What the specialist may inspect and carry out

  • Check the measured route against the product’s limits and assess likely daylight.
  • Avoid tight bends, sagging sections and squeezed tube walls when planning the route.
  • Fit the roof collector with flashing made for the roof covering.
  • Fix and support the flexible tube so that its connections remain secure.
  • Reinstate insulation, seal the ceiling fitting and remove installation debris.

The corrugated lining and bends generally transmit less light than an equivalent smooth rigid route. A flexible system is not a solution for every long or complicated loft run. Compare the likely result as well as the initial cost.

Guide costs for flexible sun tunnel installation in Bath

The indicative service range is £400–£950. A survey may reveal costs outside this range. Local labour rates, roof condition and parts availability all influence the price. Confirm VAT, waste disposal and ceiling making-good before agreeing the work.

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Planning, building control and roof details

Ask what permissions and building checks apply to the proposed work. Rules depend on the work and the UK nation, with additional considerations for listed buildings and protected areas. Contact Somerset Council for guidance on your property. The Planning Portal provides an introduction for England. Routine repairs and alterations can have different requirements; avoid assuming every replacement is exempt.

Comparing offers in Bath

Ask for the exact product and installation specification. Companies joining our network are asked for relevant insurance details and references. Check these with the business you choose. Sun-Tunnel.co.uk introduces enquiries; the independent installer provides the quote and carries out the work.

Finding coverage near your home

Availability in Bath depends on which specialists cover your postcode. You can also mention a project near Bradford-on-Avon, Radstock, Trowbridge, Corsham, Frome, Westbury, Melksham. These local links do not guarantee that an installer is available.

Tell us what needs doing in Bath

Explain what you want to change and any known access issues. You may receive up to four quotations, with no obligation to proceed. Ask about the proposed route before selecting a kit.

Questions to ask before arranging the work

For a home in Bath, is a flexible tube suitable for a long loft route?

Not necessarily. Flexible tubes have product-specific length limits and lose light through bends and their corrugated lining. Ask an installer whether a rigid system would perform better for the measured route.

What affects flexible sun tunnel installation costs in Bath?

The guide range is £400–£950. The actual price depends on the specification, roof condition, access and any additional finishing or repair work. Ask for a written quotation confirming VAT and exclusions.

Will I get four quotes for a property in Bath?

You may receive up to four quotations from independent specialists. The number depends on your postcode, the work requested and local installer availability.

Who can advise on permissions in Bath?

Ask Somerset Council about the proposed work and your property. Requirements vary with the project, location and any protected status, so do not assume that every sun tunnel alteration is exempt.