Illume Skylights

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Better Than Traditional Skylights!

Unlike a traditional skylight, room temperature is not compromised by a shaft breaking the integrity of insulation against external conditions, reducing heat transfer. This makes illume more energy efficient adding to utility cost savings and less emissions. Also there is no need to regularly clean as illume removes common issues experienced with skylights such as mould, bugs and dust.

ILLUME™ - The Superior Skylight Alternative

How does illume work? illume Skylight Alternative creates harmony between internal and external lighting using Ambient Light Technologu (A.L.T). The system comes to life and adjusts itself as the sun makes its way across the sky. Just like traditional skylights, the light emitted by an illume system is variable based on the angle of sunlight and volume of cloud cover.

The skylight alternative that you can install in any room on any floor of any residential, commercial or public building. Unlike traditional skylights, you don’t require direct roof access to install an illume skylight alternative. You can place an illume panel in any internal space where additional daytime lighting is of benefit including basements, pantries, walk-in wardrobes, internal bathrooms and ground floor living rooms in multi-story floor-plans.

No heat transfer:
Unlike a traditional skylight, room temperature is not compromised by a shaft breaking the integrity of insulation against external conditions. It means that an illume fitted space will retain heat in winter and repel heat in summer more efficiently than a shafted skylight system would thereby further adding to utility cost savings.

No leaks:
Fitting an illume requires no modification to the roof structure. With all roof materials remaining intact, there is no opportunity for water to pool or trickle down through the light diffuser.

Environmentally Friendly:
illume is entirely powered by solar energy with no mains power or batteries required. Just like a traditional skylight, illume brightens your space during the day reflecting external light conditions and sustainably reducing utility energy costs.

Attic Ladders - Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to install an Attic Ladder and floor installed?

Costs can vary depending on certain aspects such as the space you wish to utilise in your attic, the type of attic ladder that suits your needs and amount of storage space you want.


Most of our rooms are costed on a transparent square metre pricing structure so there are no hidden costs. A truss roof attracts a slightly higher rate, but we will advise of this right from the start.

Do you build complete lofts and living areas?

Sorry no, we only install storage areas and ladders to access your attic, which are completely different from living/habitable areas and cannot be used as such. 

Do you have a showroom?

As an owner operator I keep costs down by not having a showroom, however this means I have competitive pricing and a premium & honest service! 

I also have made a YouTube channel to help demonstrate the wide range of premium ladders I sell, check it out by clicking.

I have ducted air conditioning - can this we worked around?

Yes, in most cases we can re-route the ducting if required. This is a common task as the ducting is most often run on a direct route to the outlet running across the path of the most usable storage area. 

If I only have a small roof, can I still use it as storage?

If you can crawl comfortably in your attic, you’ll be able to comfortable fit things in your attic! With flooring installation available, your attic space can be utilised even if it is small.

How long does it take to install an attic ladder?

I install the attic ladder the same day I arrive. Within 2 weeks of quoting the job I will be at your home installing the attic ladder. Have peace of mind that when I’m finished with the installation, I’ll leave your home just as clean as when I arrived!

What are the ladders made of?

Our Attic Ladders range from timber ladders to full aluminium ladders. The quality of our ladders are guaranteed for your peace of mind! 

Is my existing roof structure strong enough?

Yes, depending on the weight. We build a sub frame on top of your existing ceiling joists upon which we securely screw down our flooring which is engineer approved to hold 75 kg per square metre, plus your own weight. 

Do you charge to come to my house and quote?

An appraisal is completely free and without obligation. Most of the time I’m also able to quote over the phone if provided with a clear picture! However sometimes I need to visit the site in person, completely free of charge.

What Our Customers Say

  • Highly recommend. Eoin did an amazing job and was incredibly helpful throughout the whole experience. Eoin is professional, down to earth, and honest. I used to dread going into the attic as it was always an ordeal, now it is super easy. The space has allowed for so much more storage and the exhaust fan keeps it much more comfortable. Now all that's left is to paint the door.

    Michael Fronis Avatar Michael Fronis
    March 14, 2023

    Abbott Builders QLD Pty Ltd highly recommends Attic Ladders and Floors QLD. Company run by Eion, completes high quality staircases and flooring into roof voids - Excellent trades man.

    wayne abbott Avatar wayne abbott
    August 24, 2023

    Had such a great experience dealing with Eoin. We had a really old attic ladder that needed to be fixed and he kindly came over to have a look at it and even taught us how to repair it in future. Extremely helpful and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend his services

    Ruby Bird Avatar Ruby Bird
    May 14, 2023

    Eoin did a great job of installing the attic ladder and we also got him to lay some flooring in the ceiling as well. His pricing and communication is very good. We are very happy with the result.

    Sue McLennan Avatar Sue McLennan
    August 14, 2023

    Hello, Eoin is extremely reliable, he took out our old ladder and put in a new one. Eoin made sure he cleaned up after himself and I am very happy with his work. Toni

    Toni Pattie Avatar Toni Pattie
    March 14, 2023

    Eion installed our illumine skylight today we were so impressed with the professionalism and workmanship. Thank you Eion, our new skylight looks amazing. No more excess power bills!

    MR PJROB 76 Avatar MR PJROB
    August 24, 2023
  • Thank you Eoin for the great job you done for us. I would highly recommend Attic Ladders and Flooring Qld. He recently installed a attic ladder for us to free up storage at our home and also recommended a solar vent for the attic space which makes a difference not just in the attic space but also throughout the whole house. Eoin was very friendly, honest and cheaper than others quotes we had been given.

    James Murphy Avatar James Murphy
    August 14, 2023

    Very highly recommend Attic Ladders and Floors. We had an attic ladder installed and it was top class from start to finish. Eoin is a personable chap, very efficient, showed up on time, and did an excellent job. Can't recommend too highly.

    Sean Phillips Avatar Sean Phillips
    June 14, 2023

    Great Job done on time and very professional .

    Steve Avatar Steve
    August 24, 2023

    Very happy with the attic ladder eoin install at our Queenslander home. The ceiling was particularly high so i was worried about the usability of the ladder, but it is very simple to use and of the highest quality. Its great to deal with an owner operator like eoin, he was the only point of contact during the whole process.

    Ricky Dryden Avatar Ricky Dryden
    June 14, 2023

    There are not enough superlatives for the work Eoin carried out... not only was it done in a perfect & timely manner - the guy was a proper gent as well, who really knew his stuff. I'll definitely use him again/recommend him to anyone. Top class.

    Grant Payne Avatar Grant Payne
    April 14, 2023

    Had eoin around to install and attic ladder and solar roof vent,it’s made the world of difference to our home

    Stephen Mohan Avatar Stephen Mohan
    March 14, 2023
  • I rang Eoin today to organise a repair or a replacement of my currently old but functional attic ladder. A visiting tradesman had bent it and it would no longer close. Eoin took me through the options and offered to drop by on his way to another job for a look to see what best to do. I asked if I should send some photos to help him out in preparation for the repairs/replacement. I sent them through and whilst talking to him, he proceeded to tell me how to fix my problem from the pictures over the phone. He said ring me back if it doesn’t work and I will come as arranged. So 10 minutes later, attic ladder all fixed and no need for repair or replacement. Eoin did himself out of a job, by being a decent bloke. I can’t speak to his work, but if it matches his integrity and decency, it will be top notch. The minute my current arrangement actually breaks, he is the only person I will call. Give him a ring, you won’t regret it.

    Scott Shorten Avatar Scott Shorten
    June 14, 2023

    Owen is a great worker, diligent and thorough, he did a job for us and I can say we were so happy with his performance. He went way beyond what a normal tradesman would do. He also kept to his quoted price and kept us informed when he was on site. I can recommend Owen for ladders, floors, roofs and sheds safe in the knowledge that you too will be happy with his work.

    Noel Tobin Avatar Noel Tobin
    April 14, 2023

    Amazing and so professional!! The service was fantastic and Owen was extremely helpful with storage ideas for our new build!

    Shelley Court Avatar Shelley Court
    May 14, 2023

    Good service and advice on where to place the attic ladder. Great work doing the install and tidy up afterwards. Highly recommend.

    Owen Kennedy Avatar Owen Kennedy
    September 7, 2023

    I eoin around to install an attic ladder in my unit. from first call to installation he was very informative and excellent quality work. Always great to see an owner operator so passionate about his work.

    Peter Dickson Avatar Peter Dickson
    September 7, 2023

    10/10 would recommend Eoin from Attic Ladders and Floors! Due to our expanding family we've had Eoin out twice to install two attics and have been more than thrilled both times. Eoin was punctual, curteous, professional, very well priced and did an excellent job

    Belinda Male Avatar Belinda Male
    August 31, 2023
  • Eoghan, (Owen) recently installed an attic ladder and yellow tongue flooring in my roof, his work is exceptional and he is very professional and has a wealth of knowledge in utilising this space. I have no problem recommending Eoghan, to anyone considering utilising their roof space.

    Kim Jeffery Avatar Kim Jeffery
    June 14, 2023

    Owen installed a solar roof vent for us and it’s made a huge difference to the temperature in the house! He was very time efficient, would highly recommend

    Nick Meakin Avatar Nick Meakin
    March 14, 2023

    Absolutely stoked with the attic storage Eoin built and installed. He got the job done in the exact time he said and highly impressed with the quality of his work. Was looking for a storage solution that didn't require structural changes for more room or building a separate structure altogether. When I engaged Attic Ladders and Floors, Eoin helped me clearly understand possible options for my storage needs, and during the quote, went through ways to make it happen, pointing out what was required for the job. Thank you Eoin for bringing open space back into my house and workshop again with attic storage!

    Jake S Avatar Jake S
    April 14, 2023

    I did alot of research and chose Owen over the competition due to his vast knowledge on various solar vent products, attention to detail, and excellent service. He is 2nd to none - highly recommended. Also, the solar vent works fabulous - so much heat is removed from the roof cavity, we can run our A/C less often.

    Vincent Buttigieg Avatar Vincent Buttigieg
    March 14, 2023

    Great workmanship and fantastic price

    Dan Jenkins Avatar Dan Jenkins
    May 14, 2023

    I had Owen from Attic Ladders and Floors Qld put an attic ladder and flooring in my attic today. Right from the quote to the finished product he arrived on time and went the extra mile, helping me put the boxes in the attic and teaching me how to get the ladder down and return it. So professional and can highly recommend him. Great way to use space that is going to waste.

    Olive Geary Avatar Olive Geary
    April 14, 2023
  • We loved Eoin’s work. He installed 2 Illume solar powered skylights to brighten up our days, a clever attic ladder and floor and a solar powered roof fan which is really cool. He is a genuine, hard-working, reliable guy who knows what works. He provides real value for money and we wholeheartedly recommend him.

    Margaret Mike Avatar Margaret Mike
    August 31, 2023

    Eoin, Did a fantastic job! Great tradie.

    Anthony Scodellaro Avatar Anthony Scodellaro
    February 14, 2023

    Eoin recently installed a large Illume in our kitchen/dining area. The extra light makes a huge difference. Eoin also installed a solar roof vent on the day for us. It is much cooler up in the attic space now. Even the temperature downstairs dropped a degree already. Eoin did a very neat job, was on time and very knowledgeable. Have already recommended him to a colleague and will be installing more illumes in the bathrooms soon! Thanks you Eoin for a great job!

    Celine S Avatar Celine S
    March 14, 2023

    Thank you Owen for a great installation of our attic stairs in the garage. Wished we had thought to do this sooner, rather than trying to lift myself through the manhole I think all houses should be built with them in. Very happy with everything, thank you !

    Geoff Grant-Wall Avatar Geoff Grant-Wall
    August 14, 2023

    STOP! If you are reading this that means you are looking for an attic ladder and you have found your company. We had Eoin install an attic ladder in our townhome and could not be happier with our decision, what more can you ask for than a tradie who quotes a fair price, do the work on time with absolutely no fuss or mess and leaves the site cleaner than he found it. Will definitely use Eoin again when we look at installing a solar roof ventilator.

    Craig Pyke Avatar Craig Pyke
    March 14, 2023

    Eoin installed an attic ladder for me, a difficult install in an old Queenslander with 3.5m ceilings. Communication before the install was fantastic. Eoin was always punctual and did a professional and tidy install. Couldn't be happier with the result. Very happy to recommend Attic Ladders and Floors.

    David Zuill Avatar David Zuill
    September 7, 2023