Things To Consider Before Installing A Skylight

Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

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After a long winter, most people would do anything to let some more sunshine into their home. But is opening the blinds really enough? Although your everyday windows are a great source of sunlight, not to mention your doors as well, sometimes you just need another way for natural light to make its way in. The answer? Skylights.

Being that skylights are installed on your roof, they allow the sun to shine directly into your home without having to pass through any barriers; how much better could it get? If you're thinking of using skylights to make your home a bit more brighter, don't forget to consider the following before having them installed:

Cost | Like you would for any other home improvement project, make "cost" one of the first things you research. Although they are technically a window, that doesn't mean that the cost of installation will be equivalent to what it would cost to have new windows installed on the front or side of your home. And don't forget about hidden costs that might emerge - depending on the structure of your home, you may find that you have make additional repairs or changes along the way.

Placement | The placement of your skylight is extremely important to get the best results. If part of your roof is covered by a tree, chances are you might be welcoming in more shade than sun. Additionally, if you plan to install a skylight in a room that faces North, you should compare how the results will differ if you installed it in a room that faces South; you'd be surprised at how the amount of light available changes when switching directions!

Regulations | Being that skylights are a unique feature of the home, your local building department may have certain rules and regulations about what types of skylights can be installed and where. Before setting a date for the installation to begin, be sure to connect with a town official about the project.

Most importantly, don't forget to consider your roof! Since you will essentially be cutting a piece of it out, you will want to know how stable it is otherwise and ensure that it is fully equipped to handle a new structure in itself. To learn more about how Phil's Main Roofing assists residential and commercial customers with all aspects of their roofs, please visit us at www.philsmainroofing.com or contact us at (203) 838-4545 today.