Sun Tunnels and Tubular Skylights in Central Texas

Natural Light Without the Structural Scope of a Skylight.

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VELUX sun tunnel dome installed on a Central Texas roof
Product Overview

What Is a Sun Tunnel?

A sun tunnel, also called a tubular skylight, is a smaller, more affordable alternative to a traditional skylight. A reflective tube channels natural light from a small roof-mounted dome down into an interior room through a ceiling diffuser. Unlike a traditional skylight, a sun tunnel doesn’t require significant structural framing or interior finish work, which makes it a faster and less invasive installation.

Central Texas

Why Sun Tunnels Work Well in Central Texas

Central Texas gets enough direct sun exposure year-round that even a smaller sun tunnel diameter delivers strong light output into interior rooms. The flashing and dome materials are subject to the same UV and hail exposure as any other roof penetration, which is why correct installation and quality components matter as much here as they do on a full skylight.

Why Sun Tunnels

Why Sun Tunnels Make Sense for Interior Rooms

Hallways, bathrooms, closets, and other interior rooms without exterior walls rarely get natural light. A full skylight is often oversized and overpriced for what these spaces need. A sun tunnel delivers meaningful natural light into a small or windowless room without the cost and structural scope of a traditional skylight installation.

Properly flashed installation matters here too. Ark’s VELUX Certified Installer status covers VELUX’s sun tunnel and tubular skylight systems, not just traditional skylights.

Product Specs

Sun Tunnel Specifications

Diameter Options10-inch and 14-inch
Installation TimeTypically completed in a single day
Light OutputComparable to a standard ceiling light fixture, varies by tube length and roof angle
WarrantyManufacturer warranty varies by brand, typically 10 to 20 years on the dome and flashing
Our Process

What Happens After You Call Ark

01

ArkCertified Inspection

Every project starts with a documented inspection of your roof, exterior, and attic. You receive the full report before any recommendation is made.

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02

The Roof Replacement Process

Once you’ve selected your roofing system, we take great care to ensure your home experiences minimum disruption and your property is protected throughout installation.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Sun Tunnels

A properly installed sun tunnel can provide light output comparable to a 100-watt bulb on a sunny day, depending on tube length, diameter, and roof angle. It’s a meaningful upgrade for a windowless interior room.
A sun tunnel uses a smaller roof dome and a reflective tube to channel light into a room, requiring minimal structural framing. A traditional skylight is a larger unit installed directly into the roof opening with a direct view to the sky and typically requires more significant framing and interior finish work.
Sun tunnels work best in rooms directly beneath the roof with a relatively short, straight path for the tube. Rooms with significant attic space or complex roof framing between the ceiling and roof deck may require a longer or angled tube run, which can reduce light output.
Most sun tunnel installations are completed in a single day.
Sun tunnels are generally more affordable than traditional skylights due to the simpler installation and smaller structural scope. The most accurate way to understand your specific cost is a consultation.
It applies to VELUX’s full product range, including their sun tunnel and tubular skylight systems. The same flashing and installation training that protects against leaks on a traditional skylight applies to sun tunnel installation as well.
Financing

A sun tunnel delivers meaningful daylight into a room that never had it, for a fraction of a full skylight’s cost. Ark offers flexible payment options so the fix doesn’t have to wait on the wrong financial moment.

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What Your Neighbors Are Saying

Ark not only replaced my roof, they totally redone my home's exterior. The best-looking work I have ever had done. Nice to have a local Georgetown business right up the road.

Jack H.
Georgetown, Texas

The company president is personally committed to excellence from start to finish. He conducted a detailed survey, including an inspection from inside the attic and a drone overview. One of the best experiences we have ever had with a contractor.

Earl D.
Georgetown, Texas

Luke and his team were very professional and good at communicating throughout the whole process. They took care of everything and made the work pretty painless. Don't hesitate to give them a chance.

Amber H.
Georgetown, Texas
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