Natural Daylight by Solatube | Rapid City | Black Hills Solar

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Solatube Premier Dealer Installation Professional

BRILLIANT, NATURAL LIGHTING

Solatube daylighting systems are the ideal alternative to traditional skylight windows, bringing brilliant natural sunlight into the home. Solatube lighting systems are maintenance-free, durable, and guaranteed leak-free.

Equipped with a solar-powered nightlight, Solatube's are also eligible for the federal tax credit.

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION

Black Hills Solar provides Solatube certified installation. We carry bulk parts in order to custom fit each project at the best price. We install hail protection for the solar domes and provide a 5-year installation warranty.

Solatube Daylight-Nightlight

Solatube Daylight-Nightlight

Before & After Photos

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Solatube bathroom

We have had two Solatubes installed in our home and we are extremely satisfied with the wonderful light Black Hills Solar provides. The installation was done very professionally and we were very impressed with the promptness, cleanliness, and care taken. We will be happily recommending your products to others!

- Gary T. - Rapid City

Frequently asked questions

DAYLIGHTING

How does a Solatube work?

Solatubes utilize a light-capturing acrylic dome on your roof to direct daylight through a 99% reflective tubing system. The tubing is routed through the attic to deliver light through a lens in the ceiling. Solatubes are much more versatile, energy efficient, low maintenance, and cost effective compared traditional skylights.

How much does a Solatube installation cost?

Our Solatube installations typically fall within the following range, depending on the model, length of extension tubing, lens options, and number of units.

Solatube w/ installation: $800 - $1200
Fixture upgrade (decorative lens): $25 - $99
When purchasing multiple units, discounts apply.

What sizes/options are available?

Solatubes come in two sizes, and tubing length can be up to 30ft (two to eight feet is typical):

Solatube Model 160: 10-inch diameter, ideal for bathrooms, hallways, and other smaller areas.
Solatube Model 290: 14-inch diameter, ideal for kitchens, stairwells, living rooms and other larger areas.

How long does an installation take?

The first installation takes about 3 hours, while additional units take about 2 hours each. The quick work of installation is one of the great features of Solatube compared to traditional skylights, because Solatube does not require any structural modification to the roof.

In what roof types can you install?

Asphalt shingle roofs are best. Contact us regarding other roof types.

Are Solatubes electric?

Solatube lighting is not electric, they direct natural sunlight only. However, some accessories use a battery and small solar panel for charging.

Do Solatubes require maintenance?

Solatubes are maintenance-free. When properly installed, the tubing system is completely sealed from dust and flies, so the lens remains clean.

Can Solatubes break on the roof?

Solatube domes are very durable, but due to extreme hail in our region we include a secondary inner dome (designed for hurricane zones) to backup the main dome in case it breaks.

What warranty is provided?

We provide a 5-year installers warranty and guarantee of 100% waterproof installations. If you have any problems with your Solatube, we will fix it for free.

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