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Troopie 02-07-2021 08:04 AM

Skylight addition to our house?
 
We installed a solar tube in the kitchen/breakfast nook area because that area doesn't get much natural light in the Begonia model. It has made a huge difference. We love the extra light it provides. So much so that we added a second tube in the kitchen, and another one in the laundry room. It's nice to have a soft light in those areas in the middle of the night, as well. Well worth the investment!

merrymini 02-07-2021 08:05 AM

Had a house with one in the kitchen but would not install in my present home. I can turn off a light but cannot turn off a solar tube. Velux is a skylight company and I had them in NJ. They comes with shades and are the best. Never a problem, great skylight.

LTarter 02-07-2021 08:13 AM

You can buy daylight LED bulbs that are just as bright for about 20.00 each. You can turn them off anytime or have them on anytime, skylights only work during the day. I changed all the recessed lights in our kitchen and now have daylight anytime and only a fraction of the cost.

vonbork 02-07-2021 08:21 AM

A previous owner put a TUBE put one in the kitchen which makes it feel like daylight during the day. We added one by the Solar Guys to the second bathroom that didn't have a window and it works very well. It has a night light in it so it qualifies for a tax credit.

Guitarman1951 02-07-2021 08:35 AM

Have three of them and love them. Have had them for about five years and no problems.

woderfulwendy1 02-07-2021 09:03 AM

100 percent satisfied.
 
Solar Tubes by Solar Guys, love all 3 in our cy villa might get 2 more when we have some extra cash. Hate regular skylights leak, get dirty, etc. If when getting your solar tube installed there were any problems with the roof the solar two company would fix it without any problems have never heard of anybody having a problem yet out of all the people I know the skylights they make a world of difference to your house look fresher and newer.

Villages Kahuna 02-07-2021 09:03 AM

Make sure you get the models that have built-in shutters or shades. Then don’t lose the remote!

shov100 02-07-2021 09:12 AM

We had three solar tubes installed by the Solar Guys 7 years ago with no problem. Extra large in what was a dark kitchen. We love them, also have a dimmer switch in the kitchen because it gets bright.

Rango 02-07-2021 09:14 AM

I had skylights up north. Faded the hardwood floors and furniture

SIRE1 02-07-2021 09:26 AM

We have 3 Solar Tubes (from Solar Guys) and really think they are great. We have one of our guest bathroom and one of our guest once asked "how do you turn off that light in the guest bathroom". I said, "don't worry about it - it's on a timer and usually comes on around 6:30 pm and usually goes off around 7:00 pm". They looked at me questioning and I explained it was a solar tube.

dreamweaver2634 02-07-2021 09:41 AM

we have 1 in each bathroom and 1 in the kitchen. I just love them.

peggyb 02-07-2021 10:03 AM

I had 3 solar tubes put in about 8 years ago. They really make a difference. I had the one in my kitchen fail. I walked in and could not figure out why my floor was wet and then determined the problem. I called Solar Guys and they were at my house the next day and completely removed and reinstalled it making sure the seal was good.They were at my house for a couple hours at no charge to me.

westcoast 02-07-2021 10:56 AM

I have four and love them .I don't like dark rooms.

tibbetts 02-07-2021 12:41 PM

Pick your spot because they are bright. Best idea yet.

jimjamuser 02-07-2021 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markmorris24@yahoo.com (Post 1898058)
We are thinking about adding a skylight or two in the living room of our house in order to provide more light. I’m interested in comments from others who may have skylights in The Villages. When did you get them? Are you happy with them? Not happy? Any problems (leaks, etc.)? Thanks in advance for your opinions and the reasons behind them!

Our's was ALWAYS a problem because of leaks..........beware!


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