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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  • Carol Macdougall
    Max did an excellent job with our skylight replacement. He measured and ordered Velux skylights, which look much better than the originals. Upon their arrival from the factory, he promptly installed them. Max was careful to protect the interior of my home with plastic in case of falling debris. The replacements were installed in about half an hour, and we are very happy with the results. We highly recommend!
  • Brian Dowdell
    Skylight Construction came to the rescue when one of my skylights cracked and needed replacement. They worked with the manufacturer and got the entire replacement covered by warranty I didn’t even know I had. They are super responsive and professional. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat for any future skylight projects!
  • Mary Williams
    So happy with the work Maxim did at our house recently! He is so professional and explained each step of replacing our Retractable Skylight before, during and after completion. During the removal of our old one there were some issues replacing it with the updated version and he expertly solved the problems that were discovered. Very thorough and respectful on our property with demo and cleanup too. We would highly recommend using him.