Name: Orlando Top Roofers
Telephone: 8775861316
Price range: $$

What Skylight Installation Involves

Skylight installation is not just dropping a glass panel into a hole. It begins with locating roof rafters and checking the deck for rot or decay — a step that saves you from surprises later. We then cut the opening, build a curb, and set the unit. For most Orlando homes, we use VELUX fixed or vented skylights; for hallways and closets, Solatube sun tunnels are the right call. Each unit gets a self-adhered underlayment that wraps the curb, followed by the field course of shingles layered to shed water. We finish with low-profile flashing that won't buckle under Florida sun.

Vented skylights open by remote, which helps pull hot air out of a second-story landing. Solar-powered blinds are an option we install at the same time, so you control glare without running wiring. The whole job usually takes one day, though older homes with 2x6 rafters may need extra framing.

Signs You Need Skylight Installation

If you see a water stain on the ceiling below a skylight, the flashing has likely failed — water wicks along the roof deck long before it drips. Condensation between glass panes means the seal is broken, and that lets moisture erode the unit's efficiency. A skylight that's more than 15 years old in Orlando's climate is at end-of-life wear; UV and heat flake the sealant and spall the glazing.

You might also want a skylight for reasons beyond leaks. A dark hallway, a kitchen that needs natural light, or a bathroom that could use ventilation are all good candidates. If you're re-roofing, adding or replacing a skylight then is smart — the deck is already exposed, and we can integrate the new flashing into the shingle field course.

Our Skylight Installation Process

We start with a free inspection and measure the ceiling cavity to confirm the unit will fit. Then we check the roof pitch — low slopes need a taller curb — and we verify there's no plumbing or electrical in the way. On install day, we set up a drop cloth and magnetic sweep to catch every nail.

First, we cut the opening and build a curb from pressure-treated lumber. Next, we set the skylight and secure it with ring-shank nails, then apply the underlayment and flashing. The shingles are cut back and relayed in staggered courses so water runs over, not under, the skylight. Inside, we frame the shaft and install drywall, then paint to match. We finish by testing the unit with a hose — a step most contractors skip, but it's why we hear fewer callbacks.

For a replacement, we tear off the old unit, inspect the deck for rot, and replace any damaged plywood before setting the new one. If the old flashing was face-nailed, we remove every exposed fastener to prevent future leaks.

Cost Considerations in Orlando

Skylight installation in Orlando runs $1,500 to $4,500 per unit, depending on size, type, and roof pitch. A fixed skylight on a standard shingle roof starts around $1,500. A vented unit with solar blinds runs $2,800 to $4,500. Sun tunnels are the budget option at $800 to $1,200.

Permit fees in Orlando run $75 to $150, and we pull them for you. If you're re-roofing, combining the job saves money because the crew is already on-site and the flashing ties into the new underlayment. We'll give you a line-item quote so you see exactly where your money goes.

Warranty & Insurance

We register every VELUX and Solatube product with the manufacturer, so you get their 10-year limited warranty on glass and a 20-year warranty on flashing. Our workmanship is backed by a 5-year warranty on the installation itself. If a storm — like the hail event that hit Central Florida in 2013 — damages your skylight, we'll document the damage and work with your insurance adjuster. We don't fabricate claim numbers, but we do provide photo evidence and a written scope of work that speeds up approval.

Why Choose Orlando Top Roofers for Skylight Installation in Orlando?

We've installed skylights on 1980s concrete block ranches in Baldwin Park and 2000s Mediterranean villas in Dr. Phillips. We know how Orlando's humidity causes algae growth on glass and how afternoon thunderstorms test flashing seams. Our crew is GAF Master Elite certified, and we carry liability insurance. We serve Winter Park, College Park, Lake Nona, and Thornton Park, and we'll be honest if a skylight isn't right for your roof — sometimes a sun tunnel is the smarter call.

Signs You Need Skylight Installation

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Water Stain on Ceiling

A yellow or brown ring below your skylight means moisture is seeping through the flashing. Orlando's downpours will only make it worse.

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Foggy Glass Panes

Condensation between the panes means the seal has failed and the insulating gas has leaked out. This is a clear sign the unit needs replacement.

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Draft Near the Skylight

If you feel air moving around the frame, the unit is no longer airtight. That drives up cooling costs in Orlando's heat.

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Visible Cracks or Chips

Impact from tree limbs or hail can crack tempered glass. Even small fissures can wick water into the roof deck.

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Dark Hallway or Stairwell

If a room gets no natural light, a skylight or sun tunnel can transform it without the cost of a full remodel.

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Roof Replacement Underway

If you're re-roofing, now is the time to add or replace a skylight. The deck is exposed, and we can integrate the flashing into the new shingle field.