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Skylight Installation & Repair

Expert skylight installation, replacement, and leak repair to bring natural light into your home without compromising your roof.

About Skylight Installation & Repair

Skylights transform dark interior spaces by flooding them with natural light, reducing your reliance on artificial lighting and creating an open, airy atmosphere that improves the livability of your home. Edison Roofing Contractor provides expert skylight installation, replacement, and repair services throughout Middlesex County, ensuring that every skylight opening is properly integrated into your roofing system with watertight flashing and weatherproof sealing. Skylight installation is one of the most technically demanding roofing tasks because it involves cutting a hole in an otherwise watertight roof surface. The framing, curb construction, flashing integration, and condensation management must all be executed precisely to prevent the leaks that plague poorly installed skylights. We install premium skylights from Velux and other leading manufacturers, offering fixed, vented, and solar-powered options in a range of sizes to suit any room. Our installation process includes structural assessment to verify that rafter locations and spacing allow the skylight to be placed where you want it, proper header and trimmer framing to support the opening, a curb-mounted or deck-mounted configuration selected based on your roof pitch and skylight model, and a manufacturer-specified flashing kit that integrates seamlessly with your surrounding roofing material. For existing skylights that have developed leaks, condensation issues, or foggy glass from seal failure, our repair and replacement services restore performance without requiring a full roof project. We also upgrade older skylights with modern energy-efficient models that provide better insulation, UV protection, and optional ventilation.

Our Skylight Installation & Repair Process

1

Location Planning & Structural Assessment

We determine the optimal skylight location based on your desired interior light, verify rafter spacing and roof structure, and confirm that no obstructions exist in the attic.

2

Interior & Exterior Opening

The ceiling and roof openings are cut with precision. Headers and trimmers are installed to frame the opening and transfer roof loads around the new skylight.

3

Skylight & Curb Installation

The skylight unit is mounted on a properly constructed curb or installed as a deck-mount unit, leveled, and secured according to manufacturer specifications.

4

Flashing Integration

Manufacturer-specific step flashing, sill flashing, and head flashing are woven into the surrounding shingles or roofing material to create a seamless waterproof barrier.

5

Interior Finishing

The light shaft between the roof and ceiling is framed, insulated, and finished with drywall and trim to create a polished interior appearance.

Materials We Use

Velux fixed and vented skylights
Solar-powered fresh air skylights
Tempered and laminated skylight glass
Manufacturer-specific flashing kits
Skylight curb framing lumber
Condensation gutters and weep systems
Light shaft insulation and vapor barrier

Benefits of Skylight Installation & Repair

Floods dark interior spaces with natural daylight, reducing electric lighting costs
Vented models provide natural ventilation that improves indoor air quality
Increases perceived room size and creates an open, airy atmosphere
Modern energy-efficient glass provides excellent insulation and UV protection
Adds architectural interest and increases home resale value

Skylight Installation & Repair FAQ

Will a skylight cause my roof to leak?

A properly installed skylight with correct flashing integration should never leak. Skylight leaks are almost always the result of improper installation, specifically inadequate flashing, incorrect curb construction, or failure to properly integrate the skylight flashings with the surrounding roofing material. Edison Roofing Contractor follows manufacturer-specified installation procedures exactly, using the complete flashing kit designed for each skylight model and roof type. We also ensure proper condensation management to prevent interior moisture from being mistaken for a leak. Every skylight installation comes with our workmanship warranty in addition to the manufacturer product warranty. Contact Edison Roofing Contractor for leak-free skylight installation.

How much does skylight installation cost?

The total cost of skylight installation depends on the skylight size and type, the complexity of the roof penetration, and the interior finishing work required for the light shaft. A standard fixed skylight installation on a straightforward roof section typically runs between two thousand and four thousand dollars including the skylight unit, flashing, roofing modifications, and interior finishing. Larger vented or solar-powered models, installations requiring significant structural modification, or complex light shaft configurations may cost more. We provide detailed estimates that break down every component of the cost so there are no surprises. Contact Edison Roofing Contractor for a free skylight installation consultation and estimate.

Can you fix a leaking skylight without replacing it?

In many cases, yes. Skylight leaks often originate from deteriorated flashing, failed sealant, or clogged weep holes rather than from the skylight unit itself. Our repair process begins with a thorough diagnosis to pinpoint the exact source of the leak. If the flashing has failed, we can remove the surrounding shingles, install new flashing, and re-shingle around the skylight. If the skylight seal has failed and the glass is fogged, the unit typically needs replacement since the sealed glass unit cannot be economically repaired. We always recommend repair over replacement when the repair will solve the problem reliably. Contact Edison Roofing Contractor for a skylight leak diagnosis.

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