Skylight Contractors
Skylights are a great way to let in natural light and still keep the opening private. Because there are so many different styles and types of skylights, it's best to familiarize yourself with the basics before you hire a professional skylight installer from HandyDirectory.
The simplest style of skylight is a fixed window. These skylights don't open and come in a wide variety of shapes from flat glass to pyramids and bubbles. While most fixed glass skylights are relatively cheap, fixed ridge, hip and vaulting skylights can be pricey. Fixed glass skylights are typically made from acrylic.
Open window skylights are commonly made from fixed glass inserted into an operable frame. They can be operated manually with a hand crank or more expensive models can be opened by electric motor and remote control.
The cheapest and easiest skylight to install has no window at all. Known as a tubular skylight, these skylights filter light down through a reflective tube through a translucent cover. They can easily be installed in nearly any location on any roof in hours. Their downside is you have no direct view to the outside.
Key Hiring Tips
Hiring a contractor is an important decision so it is best to get all the information you can on each company. This includes checking references, insurance and licensing information. On a larger project a designer or architect is required in order to get the permits. Smaller projects still require a plan and the job will turn out great with the a little organization.
