VELUX Sun Tunnel® Solar Tube Installations in Edmonton
Bring Natural Light to Your Home
Ready to light up your home Edmonton with Natural Light and Energy Efficiency?
Bring brilliant daylight to the spaces a traditional skylight can’t reach—hallways, closets, stairwells, pantries, and even windowless bathrooms. Alberta Skylights Elite Roofing is Alberta’s VELUX Sun Tunnel® Specialist, so you get factory-backed performance plus our Red Seal roofing expertise.
VELUX Sun Tunnel® Solar Tubes Outshine Traditional Lighting in Energy Efficiency
Solar tubes channel pure daylight straight from your roof to the room below, so you can turn off electric fixtures for most of the day and trim lighting costs year-round. Because the highly reflective tunnel delivers up to 98 percent of captured sunlight, even a small 10-inch model can brighten a 200-square-foot space without drawing a single watt from the grid.
In winter the sealed, double-lens design keeps warm air inside, and in summer the low-profile rooftop dome blocks excess heat, cutting the need for extra heating or air-conditioning. The result is a passive, zero-maintenance lighting solution that meets or exceeds ENERGY STAR® energy-efficient standards while shrinking your carbon footprint.
Why Homeowners Love VELUX Sun Tunnel® Solar Tubes
Instant daylight with minimal daylight only requires a small opening and 10” ceiling lens. Our installation services are done in under a day.
Most VELUX Sun Tunnel® models meet Energy-STAR® guidelines, cutting the need for artificial lighting and lowering utility costs, flooding your home with natural light.
Worry-free installation that prevents leaks with our factory-engineered flashing plus our GAF Master Elite work keeps water out—guaranteed.
Increase light even at night with our optional solar night-light kits. The discreet LED lights and micro-battery give you a gentle glow when the sun sets.
How a Solar Tube Works
- Capture – A high-impact acrylic or glass dome on your roof gathers daylight from every angle.
- Channel – A mirror-grade rigid or flexible tube bounces up to 98 % of captured light down into your attic space.
- Diffuse – A dual frosted ceiling lens spreads soft, even light into the room below, enhancing aesthetics and preventing hot spots or glare.
Rigid vs Flexible Tubes—Which Is Right?
Rigid Tubes
- Best for long runs or steep roofs (up to 20 ft).
- Up to 60 % brighter than flexible on longer lengths.
- Eligible for VELUX solar accessory kits such as the night-light.
Flexible Tubes
- Snakes around HVAC, trusses, or plumbing in tight attics.
- Fastest installation—often under two hours on a simple bungalow roofline.
- Ideal when the roof and ceiling are less than 6 ft apart.
Not sure which fits your home? Our free assessment includes a quick attic inspection and a clear recommendation.
Sizes & Options
- 10 in & 14 in diameters – Perfect for 16″-on-centre framing; brightens up to 200 sq ft.
- 21 in diameter – For 24″-on-centre framing or commercial spaces up to 325 sq ft.
- Pitched or Low-Profile Flashing – Matches metal, shingle, or flat-roof assemblies for your velux skylight.
- Solar Night-Light Kit – Soft moon-like glow without wiring, charged by the sun.
Where VELUX Sun Tunnel® Solar Tubes Shine
- Windowless bathrooms
- Interior hallways & stairwells
- Walk-in closets & pantries
- Laundry rooms & mudrooms
- Finished basements with attic access
Our Certified 5-Step Installation Process
At Alberta Skylight Elite Roofing, we ensure a hassle-free and efficient installation process:
- Free In-Home Daylight Audit – We measure light levels, pitch, and attic clearance in the living space of your Edmonton home.
- Precise Cut & Flashing – Red Seal roofers integrate Velux “No Leak” flashing with your existing shingles.
- Mirror-Grade Tube Fit-Up – Rigid or flexible sections sealed end-to-end for zero light loss.
- Ceiling Lens & Trim – Low-profile diffuser finished to match your paint or texture for a seamless look.
- Walk-Through & Clean-Up – We polish the dome, vacuum the workspace, and hand you the warranty file—all in a single afternoon.
Most projects finish in four hours or less, leaving only a halo of sunlight behind – increasing the amount of natural light into your home and eliminating dark spaces. There are many benefits of natural light!
Why Choose
Alberta Skylight Elite Roofing for your New Sun Tunnel?
Velux-Certified Specialist
The only Alberta contractor trained by both VELUX and GAF for tubular daylight products and roofing integrity.
Red Seal Journeyman on Every Job
No subcontractors, no surprises – just certified installation consultants.
Best-in-Class Warranties
10-year “No Leak” VELUX warranty plus our lifetime workmanship guarantee.
Local & Trusted
4.9-star Google rating from 75+ Edmonton and area homeowners.
One-Stop Exterior Expertise
Need roof, attic insulation, or skylight replacement too from a trusted installer? We handle it all under one crew.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Solar Tube Installations
How long does it take to install a Solar Tube?
Typical homes are done in four hours; complex jobs rarely exceed one work-day.
Will a Solar Tube leak?
No. VELUX engineered flashing and our GAF Master Elite installation process form a double barrier against water. We back it with a written “No Leak” warranty for all our skylight solutions.
Can I add lighting for nighttime?
Yes. The optional Solar Night-Light kit clips inside rigid tubes and powers LEDs from an integrated solar battery—no wiring needed.
Is my roof too low or too steep?
We stock low-profile flashing for low-slope membranes and pitched flashing for 15°–60° shingle roofs. Flexible tubing tackles awkward attic angles.
What does it cost?
Most Edmonton installations fall between $1,000 – $2,000 including parts, labour, and warranty. Exact pricing comes with your free estimate—no obligation.
Ready to Bring Natural Sunlight to Your Darkest Spaces?
Dark corners don’t just feel gloomy—they waste energy and drag down your home’s vibe. Replace the flip of a switch with a shaft of natural daylight in as little as one afternoon and bring natural light back into your home, reducing the need for artificial light.
Contact us today for a hassle-free installation process. One of our VELUX Sun Tunnel® certified installers will measure, quote, and schedule at your convenience—no pressure, just bright ideas.
