If you’re looking for ways to allow more natural light into your home, consider installing skylights or sun tunnels. Both options fit into most residential roofing types and offer privacy while also naturally illuminating your space. Read on to learn more about the difference between skylights and sun tunnels and how to determine which is best for your property.

Skylight

Skylights are essentially windows installed directly into your residential roofing. They are widely valued for their ability to illuminate homes without the need for electricity, which cuts back on utility expenses. They also ventilate areas of the home, releasing odors, excess heat, and humidity, which is ideal for kitchens and bathrooms.

Additionally, skylights provide a natural source of heat, which may help you save on HVAC costs during the cold months. Solar-powered skylights with remote controls allow you to open and close them with the touch of a button, and many models also include rain sensors that automatically close your skylights during inclement weather.

Sun Tunnel

Sun tunnels are tube-shaped designs that extend from your residential roofing to your ceilings. More specifically, they are sheet-metal tubes with polished interiors that capture sunlight and diffuse it down the tunnels into your home. 

Solar tunnels are much smaller than skylights, which make them perfect for hallways, closets, and half bathrooms. Though they do not allow for much ventilation, they’re easy to install and more budget-friendly than skylights. They also carry the benefit of minimizing heat loss during the winter. 

Illuminate your home the natural way with skylights and sun tunnels from John Lynch Construction. For over 17 years, this contractor has offered dependable commercial and residential roofing solutions to clients throughout Loon Lake, WA. Call (509) 937-2278 to schedule a roof installation, replacement, or repair appointment and request a quote. Visit them online to learn more about their flat and metal roof options.