Installation Process

Expert installation made easy.

VELUX® skylight systems and Sun Tunnel® Skylights can be installed in flat or vaulted ceilings in two worry-free phases: rooftop and interior. The pros will recommend where skylight systems should be installed, so you can reap the maximum benefit from the natural light and fresh air they provide.

Installation Types

The Room

VELUX-trained pros will come inside for interior finish work and possible painting. If you have a flat ceiling, your installer will use drywall or other finish material to build a shaft from the skylight to direct the daylight into the room. This phase takes around half a day per skylight.

The Rooftop

VELUX-trained pros will cut a hole and fasten the VELUX skylight to the roof with three layers of protection to prevent leaks. Depending on the circumstances such as roof pitch and weather, the rooftop phase can take between one and three days.
2-3+ Days Total*

The Room

VELUX-trained pros will cut a hole in the ceiling to install the lower portion of the reflective tube between the roof and ceiling.

The Rooftop

VELUX-trained pros will cut a hole in the roof and install the top collar, the upper portion of the reflective tunnel, the lens and the flashing.
2 Hours*

The Room

There may be a small amount of interior drywall work depending on your replacement situation, but the majority of the replacement process will take place on the roof.

The Rooftop

VELUX-trained pros will get measurements from your existing skylights to ensure your replacements are a perfect fit, then they’ll replace your skylights
1 Day Total*

*Time estimates are based on averages. Project duration varies based on its complexity.

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Call us at 208-314-3381 or fill out the form to start your quote today.

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  • Jennifer Harper
    We really enjoyed working with Boise Skylight. The crew was really friendly and very easy to work with. I felt very comfortable having them in my home. They took the time to answer all our questions about different types of skylights. Even going above and beyond to show us a finished product , so we would feel confident in what we were putting in our home. The process was easy, the construction was fast and we love our new skylights. Our game room above the garage was very dark and hot. Having new skylights with built-in shades, the option to open for cross ventilation has been a big improvement . Thank you for a great experience.
  • Stewart Gardner
    The kitchen in our older home is in the middle of the house, far from windows. Cody made a great recommendation and gave a fair estimate, and Steve put in a 14 inch solar tube in one hour. I think it would have taken me more than a day to do it myself, probably with a lot of second guessing and missteps. The natural light is a joy. I only wish we hadn't waited so long!
  • Jeff
    We were extremely impressed with Boise Skylight. They were able to schedule us quickly and replaced our skylight within 10 minutes. The difference between our old, leaky skylight and the new one is remarkable. The entire process was fast, professional, and hassle-free. We highly recommend them!