Skylights Guides

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 skylights” typically refers to skylight systems that can be installed without major building work, assuming you have straightforward roof access and are confident using basic tools. In most cases, DIY skylights fall into three categories: Tubular skylights: A compact roof opening captures daylight and channels it through a reflective tube to a ceiling diffuser. This is…

Solar energy is a renewable, clean energy source from the sun. It is the energy used in generating electricity through solar photovoltaic (PV). The sun radiates its energy to Earth, which is captured to generate electricity to power electrical appliances. Solar energy is gaining ground among property owners for its significant benefits. First, solar energy is renewable…

Bringing more daylight into your home or workspace can instantly change how a space looks and feels. A skylight doesn’t just brighten a room – it can also cut down on electricity use and transform your living space. At SolarBright we install a wide selection of skylights to suit different rooms and lifestyles, including Tubular Skylights, Solar…

A traditional skylight installation can range from $1,000 to in excess of $5,000- depending on the options chosen. A fixed skylight will be more cost effective than one that opens and the complexity of the installation will cause the price to vary. In comparison a tubular skylight like the MaxLight can be supplied and installed from around…