Solar tubes are a great way to add natural light in a room or home. I typically see them installed in kitchens, laundry rooms, guest bathrooms and even master closets.
There are 3-4 well known installers of these here in The Villages. It may be wise to get quotes, etc from a few of them. I believe the Solar Guys are probably the largest.
Literally thousands of home in The Villages have these. I RARELY EVER see any leak. Think about it....if they had a tendency to leak, you would read threads here about the damage a leak has caused...but you do not see this here.
Just make sure the installer moves the attic insulation back around the tube in the attic so you have no uninsulated attic space around the tube. Also, if you do have a light installed inside the tube, make sure they put a junction box cover on the electrical box....sometimes they forget. According to code, you cannot have exposed conductors or wire nuts....they need to be in a enclosed box.
For many homes they are a nice addition to the home.
Frank
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