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No more buckets on the floor during storms. No more worrying about what you’ll find in the attic after heavy rain. A proper skylight window replacement means you get clear glass that actually lets light through, not the fogged-up mess you’re dealing with now.
Your energy bills drop because modern double-pane glass stops heat from escaping in winter and keeps your home cooler in summer. The rooms under your skylight stay comfortable year-round instead of turning into an icebox or a sauna depending on the season.
You stop throwing money at temporary fixes that don’t last. When we handle your roof skylight replacement, we use proper flashing, waterproof sealing, and materials rated for salt air and temperature swings. That means decades of performance, not another leak in two years.
Home Team Construction has been serving Lindenhurst homeowners for over a decade. When you see our trucks around town, it’s because families trust us with their biggest investment.
We’re not a national chain that shows up, does the job, and disappears. We live and work here. We know what Suffolk County’s coastal humidity does to skylight seals and how freeze-thaw cycles create the leaks you’re dealing with.
After 20 years of residential skylight replacement work across Long Island, we’ve seen which materials hold up and which ones fail. We install Velux skylights because they’re engineered for our climate and backed by real warranties. Every installation includes our leak-free guarantee, and we handle everything from permits to cleanup.
We start with a free inspection of your current skylight. We check the flashing, seals, glass condition, and the roof deck underneath. You get a straight answer about what needs to be done and what it’ll cost before we start anything.
On installation day, we remove your old skylight carefully to avoid damaging your roof or interior. We inspect the opening for any wood rot or structural issues that need addressing. If we find problems, we tell you right away and explain your options.
We install the new skylight with proper flashing that’s integrated into your roofing system, not just slapped on top. The unit gets sealed with marine-grade materials that handle Long Island’s weather. We test everything before we leave.
Most single home skylight replacement jobs take four to six hours and get done in one day, weather permitting. We clean up completely, haul away the old unit, and walk you through how to operate your new skylight if it’s a vented model.
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Every skylight replacement includes removal of your old unit, inspection of the roof opening, and installation of a new Velux skylight with integrated flashing. You get double-pane, energy-efficient glass that’s rated for coastal conditions.
We handle the flashing work that most leaks come from. In Lindenhurst, where salt air accelerates corrosion and temperature swings crack sealants, we use materials specifically rated for marine environments. Your new skylight gets sealed with products that stay flexible through freeze-thaw cycles instead of cracking after one winter.
If you’re replacing a flat roof skylight, we include our leak-free guarantee. Flat installations are trickier because water doesn’t run off as easily, but we’ve done hundreds across Suffolk County. We know how to build the curb, slope the flashing, and seal everything so water has nowhere to go but down your roof.
You also get help with insurance claims if storm damage caused your skylight failure. Many Lindenhurst homeowners don’t realize they’re entitled to full replacement costs, not just repairs. We document everything and work with your adjuster to make sure you get fair compensation.
Most skylight replacements in Lindenhurst run between $1,500 and $3,500 depending on the size, type, and roof access. A standard fixed skylight on an asphalt shingle roof typically costs $1,800 to $2,500 including the Velux unit, flashing, labor, and our warranty.
Vented skylights that open cost more, usually $2,200 to $3,200. Solar-powered models that open automatically and close when it rains run $2,800 to $3,500. Flat roof skylights cost slightly more because they require custom curb construction and extra waterproofing.
The price includes everything: removal of your old skylight, any minor roof deck repairs, the new unit, proper flashing installation, sealing, cleanup, and disposal. We give you upfront pricing during the free inspection so there are no surprises. Financing is available for qualified homeowners if you need to spread out the cost.
Most single skylight replacements take four to six hours from start to finish. We show up in the morning, remove the old unit, install the new one with proper flashing and sealing, test everything, and clean up before we leave. You’re done in one day.
If we find rot in the roof deck or framing when we remove the old skylight, that adds time. Minor repairs might add two to three hours. Significant structural work could push the job into a second day, but we’ll tell you immediately if we find issues and what it’ll take to fix them properly.
Weather matters too. We don’t install skylights in the rain because we need to seal everything while it’s dry. If rain’s forecasted, we’ll reschedule rather than rush and compromise the installation. In Lindenhurst’s coastal climate, a proper seal is everything.
Yes, if it’s installed correctly with proper flashing and materials rated for Long Island’s climate. Most skylight leaks happen because of improper flashing installation or degraded sealants, not the skylight itself.
We see this constantly in Lindenhurst: a homeowner paid for skylight replacement, but the contractor used standard flashing instead of integrated flashing systems. Or they sealed it with basic caulk that cracked after one winter of freeze-thaw cycles. The skylight was fine, but the installation failed.
When we replace your skylight, we use Velux’s integrated flashing that’s designed to work with your specific roof type and pitch. We seal everything with marine-grade products that stay flexible through temperature swings. Every installation includes our leak-free guarantee. If it leaks because of our work, we come back and fix it at no cost.
We primarily install Velux skylights because they’re engineered for climates like ours and backed by real warranties. After 20 years of installations across Long Island, we’ve seen which brands hold up to salt air, humidity, and temperature extremes. Velux consistently performs.
Their Coastal Series is specifically rated for marine environments, which matters in Lindenhurst. The frames resist corrosion better than standard aluminum. The seals are designed for temperature swings. The glass coatings reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter.
We can install other brands if you already purchased a unit or have a specific requirement, but we’ll be honest about what we’ve seen in terms of longevity and performance. Most homeowners go with our recommendation because they want the installation to last decades, not just pass inspection.
Yes. We remove the old skylight from the exterior, so there’s no need to tear into your ceiling. The interior trim stays in place unless it’s damaged or you want to replace it.
Here’s what actually happens: we work from the roof to remove the old unit and flashing. The skylight lifts out from above. We inspect the opening, make any necessary repairs to the roof deck, and install the new unit from the exterior. Your interior stays intact.
The only time we need interior access is if there’s water damage to the drywall or framing around the skylight shaft. If your leak has been going on for a while, there might be rot or mold that needs addressing. We’ll tell you during the inspection if we expect any interior work. Most replacements in Lindenhurst don’t require it if you’re catching the problem before major damage occurs.
Yes. If storm damage caused your skylight to fail, we document everything and work with your insurance adjuster to make sure you get fair compensation. Many homeowners in Lindenhurst don’t realize their policy covers full replacement costs, not just patch repairs.
We take photos of the damage, write a detailed scope of work, and provide an estimate that breaks down materials and labor. When the adjuster comes out, we can meet them on-site to walk through what needs to be done and why.
Insurance companies sometimes try to approve repairs when replacement is actually needed. If your skylight is more than 15 years old and leaking, repair rarely makes sense long-term. We advocate for the right solution and help you understand what your policy actually covers. We’ve worked with every major insurance carrier in Suffolk County and know how to document claims properly.
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