So you’ve decided that natural light is the way to illuminate your home or office but maybe you think that skylights are a little too big for the space. Maybe you think they may be somewhat difficult to maintain. Enter solar tubes or sun tunnels. They are perfect for bringing in natural light and saving money on energy costs for many of the smaller rooms and spaces around the Brooklyn area and Brooklyn Skylight Guys are here to help!

Sun tunnels or solar tubes are sheets metal that creates a channel in the room in order to funnel natural sunlight into the building’s interior. They come in either rigid or flexible material so no space is too difficult. We’ve made solar tubes work in very difficult buildings before. At the other end of the tube is the diffuser that ensures even distribution of soft, natural sunlight.

Sun tunnels or solar tubes also offer the opportunity to bring natural light into your building’s interior without the need to significantly alter the look of the ceiling. Often times, skylights can be quite large. Solar tubes or sun tunnels are much more discreet and perfect for rooms like hallways, laundry rooms, classrooms or offices.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the benefits and features of solar tubes.

First, they give you more flexibility in design. They are much more subtle than skylights and can add a lot of light to a space without standing out too much. They are also able to be installed in smaller spaces that are too big for skylights.

Sun tunnels or solar tubes have a lower risk of leaks. Sometimes skylights will collect water and other debris around and inside them because of their design. Solar tubes allow water to drain around them.

Energy costs are lowered. On a sunny day, one 10 inch sun tunnel will provide the same amount of light as three 100 watt lightbulbs at no cost! This provides a cost savings as well as convenience. No need at all to flip that light switch!

They’re cheaper than skylights. Maybe you’re in love with the health, financial and aesthetic appeal of skylights but they’re a little outside your budget. Sun tunnels or solar tubes are the perfect solution for such a case.

They also have the option of plenty of accessories just like skylights do. Remote controls and battery backups and not out of the question if you’re worried about that!

Again, if you’re not sure if skylights or solar tubes are right for your space please just give us a call. We’d be happy to consult with you and give you our professional opinion regarding the architecture and potential cost savings. Brooklyn Skylight Guys have many years of experience serving the residents and business in the Brooklyn, New York area by installing and repairing skylights as well as sun tunnels or solar tubes. Call us today!