Are you looking to provide additional light, ventilation, or a new feature to your home? As a certified installer for Velux, we specialize in providing a complete A-Z installation process to meet your needs. We also offer repair and maintenance options to help resolve leak issues with your existing skylights.
Our team offers a variety of service options throughout the Velux skylight range and can install units on most roofing profiles. We take into consideration all the necessary components when installing a new skylight or replacing an old one, including the building work required for framing and bracing, custom designed flashings, and supplying power to the skylight unit. We also take care of gibbing, plastering, painting, and other finishing touches.
If you're interested in learning more about our process or want to inquire about our services, please don't hesitate to give us a call. We're here to provide you with the best possible solutions for your home.
Skylight Installation: A Professional Overview
Installing a skylight involves a series of essential steps:
Scaffolding: Depending on the skylight's location, internal or external scaffolding may be required to ensure a safe work environment for installers and to reach the desired height.
Building: A qualified builder is required to cut into the ceiling and frame the internal roof cavity, creating a light tunnel. This may involve constructing a timber frame or strengthening the substrate to support the skylight.
Roofer: There are multiple styles of skylights, each with their own unique style of waterproofing. A licensed and qualified roofer should always be used to install any skylight unit and consider the surrounding roof area.
Interior Work: Once the builder has completed positioning the skylight with the roofer, the interior gib can now be installed. The skylight interior is now ready for the cosmetic detail.
Plastering: A plasterer typically requires two to three visits to apply and sand his plaster product, creating a smooth surface ready for painting.
Painting: A painter completes the cosmetic finish of the skylight and surrounding area.
Electrical (if required): An electrician may be needed to relocate existing light fixtures or install power points for electric skylight models.
Summary: The extent of work may vary based on factors such as the type of skylight unit, the presence of a pre-existing skylight, accessibility, the number of trades required, desired aesthetics and flexibility of the client.
Cost Estimate:
The cost of skylight installations varies however, based on one unit installed here is a generalised cost involved per unit (Price lessons the more units simultaneously installed) :
The average cost of most skylights range from between $6500+GST to $10,000+GST.
This should be used for an estimate basis only to get a gauge on what to expect. Each job is unique and subject to its own pricing based on owner and site specific requirements.
For a precise estimate, consult with one of our professional and friendly team!
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