What to know before installing a skylight

A skylight is an excellent idea if you’re looking for more natural light in your home. If you’re replacing your roof, it’s a great time to install a skylight while you’re at it. Skylights let some sunshine in and can add value to your home. However, you may not know about the benefits and features that come with installing skylights and whether it’s something you want to do.

SLL Contracting in Ottawa offers general contracting and expert roofing services, including skylight installation. They have over 21 years of experience installing and repairing all types of roofing systems and with exterior home upgrades. Here they share some things to know before installing a skylight. 

Watch the forecast

Since a skylight involves cutting into your home’s roof, it’s best to wait for a particular installation day. If the forecast shows rain during your installation period and the project moves forward, it’s challenging for the contractors to install the window. Not only that, but your chances of water damage are higher since it’s more likely water can get into your home before the window is properly sealed. SLL Contracting will keep an eye on the weather and be as flexible as possible with installation scheduling.

Choose the best place

One of the most significant decisions that come with installing a skylight is where you put it. Skylights are commonly found in smaller spaces, including bedrooms and bathrooms. This placement helps bring more natural light to usually dim areas. However, skylights aren’t limited to those rooms. Experienced roofing contractors like SLL Contracting can help you choose a good spot for your window, no matter the room in the house. 

Go for the good quality

Skylights come with many other bonuses alongside being a source of natural light in your home. They are energy efficient, add to your home’s resale value, come in various sizes, make rooms appear larger, reduce electricity use, and more. Going for a lower-quality window will lessen the benefits you receive. It also can mean that you may have to replace the window sooner rather than later. A good quality window will pay off. 

The same goes for a quality installation. Always hire an experienced and knowledgeable roofing company that has a good reputation. The last thing you want is your new skylight to leak due to faulty installation. SLL Contracting Ltd. will ensure proper, air-tight, and long-lasting installation of your new skylights.

Skylight installation by SLL Contracting Ltd.

Keep the future in mind.

As previously mentioned, skylights add resale value to your home. This is for several reasons. First, depending on your location, it may add views on top of all the natural light. Letting in more sunlight actually helps improve mood in the home too. This will keep your family or future buyers happy down the line. Overall, a skylight can be a good investment if appropriately installed and has lasting benefits. 

Roofers in Ottawa

SLL Contracting offers residential and commercial roofing and general contracting services to Ottawa and Arnprior, Ontario. They can assist with your home or business’s exterior, including eavestroughs, soffit, fascia, siding, skylights, and flat roof snow removal. In addition, they emphasize safety and client satisfaction. Only fully insured, trained, and equipped professionals will work on your home, offering the highest level of roofing services available.

If you’re ready for a quality exterior upgrade, contact SLL Contracting Ltd!

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