James Marcialis is one of SolarBright leading skylight experts with over 5 years’ experience with the company. He is a valuable contributor as a content writer on skylights with a passion for educating people on skylights. As a Skylight Consultant, James helped thousands of our customers, designing skylight and solar powered ventilation solutions to meet their requirements for their homes.
James now manages our national skylight and ventilation distribution network across Australia and manages the relationship with one of our largest customers in the building industry.
In his professional life before SolarBright, James had 20 years’ experience across varying sales and account management roles, spanning both the pharmaceutical industry and consumer electronics.
James studied applied science (physics major) at the University of Western Sydney, Nepean and loves applying the problem-solving skills learnt in physics to sales.
Yes, solar skylights are worth it, especially if you want a simple and cost-effective way to brighten dark areas of your home without the complexity of a traditional skylight. For many Australian homeowners, solar skylights offer a practical alternative to conventional skylights and standard electric lighting. They are easy to install, cost nothing to run and can…
Tubular skylights are a simple way to bring natural light into darker areas of your home. They capture sunlight from the roof and transfer it through a reflective tube into the room below. Tubular Skylights are commonly installed in hallways, bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and walk-in robes where traditional windows may not provide enough light. A well-designed tubular…
Australian homes can build up a lot of heat in the roof cavity, especially during warmer months. Once that hot air becomes trapped, it can radiate down into your living areas, making your home feel hotter and forcing your cooling system to work harder. This is where solar roof ventilation can make a big difference. A solar…
Skylights can leak if they are poorly installed or fitted with incorrect flashing. However, a properly selected and professionally installed skylight should remain watertight for many years. SolarBright’s MaxLight Tubular Skylights are designed to provide natural daylight with a compact, leak-resistant installation when fitted correctly with flashing suited to your roof type. This allows homeowners to enjoy…
When comparing tubular skylights, many homeowners focus on the dome, the size, or the price. While those factors are important, one of the most critical parts of the system is the tube itself. The skylight tube is responsible for carrying daylight from the roof into the room below, so its quality has a major impact on brightness,…
DIY solar roof ventilation refers to solar-powered roof ventilation designed for homeowners who are confident working safely at heights and following installation instructions carefully. The concept is simple. A roof-mounted solar panel powers a fan that extracts hot air trapped inside your roof cavity, helping reduce heat build-up before it transfers down into your living areas. For…