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You know the drill. Rain’s coming, and you’re already thinking about that wet spot on your ceiling. Maybe you’ve patched it before, or a contractor told you it was “fixed,” but here you are again—wondering if this storm’s the one that finally soaks your floor.
That ends with a real skylight replacement. Not another patch job that buys you six months. We’re talking about pulling out the old unit, installing proper flashing that actually sheds water, and putting in double-pane glass that won’t fog up or leak when the next nor’easter rolls through.
After we’re done, you get a skylight that does its job—lets light in, keeps water out, and doesn’t make you nervous every time the forecast calls for rain. Your energy bills drop because modern glass actually insulates. Your rooms stay brighter because the glass is clear, not cloudy. And you stop playing defense against your own roof.
We’ve spent over 20 years working on homes across Suffolk County. We’ve seen what happens when skylights aren’t installed right—the leaks, the rot, the callbacks. That’s why we don’t use subcontractors. Every person on your roof is trained by us, insured by us, and held to the same standard.
Amityville homes face specific challenges. Salt air from the coast corrodes metal flashing faster than inland properties. Freeze-thaw cycles in winter stress seals beyond their limits. And when storms like the August 2024 downpour dump over nine inches of rain in 24 hours, your skylight either holds or it doesn’t.
We install Velux skylights because they’re engineered for this climate and backed by real warranties. We use storm-rated flashing and sealing techniques designed for coastal weather. And if something goes wrong, we’re local—not three towns over, not a national chain. We’re here, and we show up.
First, we come out and assess your current skylight. We’re looking at the glass, the flashing, the surrounding shingles, and whether water’s already caused damage to your decking or framing. You get an honest answer: repair or replace. If the frame’s compromised or the unit’s outdated, replacement makes more sense than throwing money at temporary fixes.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we schedule the job based on weather. Most single skylight replacements take four to six hours and get done in one day. We remove the old unit, inspect and repair any damaged decking, install new flashing that integrates with your roof system, and set the new skylight with proper sealing and waterproof barriers.
After installation, we test everything. We check the seals, verify the flashing is tucked correctly under shingles, and make sure the interior trim sits flush. You’re left with a skylight that’s built to last decades, not just survive the next storm. And if you ever have an issue, our warranty covers both materials and labor—because we stand behind the work.
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Every skylight replacement includes complete removal of your old unit, inspection of the roof deck for water damage or rot, and any necessary structural repairs before the new skylight goes in. We install new step flashing and counter flashing using materials rated for coastal environments—not the cheap stuff that corrodes in three years.
Your new Velux skylight comes with double-pane, low-E glass that cuts heat loss in winter and reduces solar gain in summer. That means lower energy bills and rooms that don’t turn into greenhouses on sunny days. We also offer venting models that open for airflow and solar-powered options that close automatically when rain hits.
In Amityville, where homes average over 60 years old, skylights often sit on roofs that have seen multiple re-shingles. We make sure your new unit integrates cleanly with your existing roof system, whether that’s asphalt, architectural shingles, or something else. And if your roof’s near the end of its life, we’ll tell you—because replacing a skylight right before a full roof replacement doesn’t make financial sense.
You also get our leak-free guarantee. If water comes through because of our installation, we come back and fix it at no cost. We work directly with insurance companies if your skylight was damaged in a storm, and we offer 24/7 emergency response if you need immediate protection while waiting for a full replacement.
Skylight replacement in Amityville typically runs between $1,200 and $3,000 per unit, depending on size, type, and roof complexity. A basic fixed skylight on an accessible roof with no structural damage sits at the lower end. A larger venting or solar-powered model on a steep pitch with rotten decking that needs repair pushes toward the higher end.
New York’s labor costs run about 10% to 25% above the national average, so you’re paying more than someone in the Midwest—but you’re also getting contractors who understand coastal weather and building codes specific to Suffolk County. If you’re replacing a skylight as part of a larger roof project, the per-unit cost usually drops because we’re already set up on your roof.
We give you upfront pricing after the inspection. No surprises, no “we found something” upsells once we’re halfway through the job. If your skylight was damaged in a storm, your homeowner’s insurance may cover part or all of the replacement cost. We work directly with adjusters and provide the documentation they need to process your claim.
If your skylight is less than 10 years old and the leak is coming from damaged flashing or a cracked seal, repair makes sense. We can often re-flash the unit, replace gaskets, or reseal the glass for a fraction of replacement cost. You’re back in business without the expense of a new skylight.
But if your skylight is 15-plus years old, fogging up between the panes, or leaking from multiple points, replacement is the smarter move. Older skylights lack the energy efficiency of modern units, and their frames often deteriorate to the point where new flashing won’t solve the problem. You end up spending $500 on a repair that buys you two years, then paying for a full replacement anyway.
We’ll tell you which route makes sense after we inspect the unit. If the frame’s solid and the glass is intact, we’ll repair it. If the whole thing’s compromised, we’ll explain why replacement saves you money and headaches in the long run. After 20 years of skylight work across Long Island, we’ve seen which fixes hold up and which ones are just delaying the inevitable.
Most single skylight replacements take four to six hours from start to finish. We show up, remove the old unit, handle any decking repairs, install the new skylight with proper flashing, and clean up—all in one day, weather permitting. You’re not dealing with a multi-day project that leaves your roof open overnight.
If we’re replacing multiple skylights or dealing with significant structural damage underneath, the timeline extends. Two skylights might take a full day. Three or more, or a situation where your roof deck needs serious repair, could push into a second day. We’ll give you a realistic schedule during the estimate so you know what to expect.
Weather plays a role. We don’t install skylights in the rain or when high winds are forecast, because your roof needs to stay dry during installation and sealants need time to cure properly. If conditions aren’t right, we reschedule rather than rush a job that could leak later. Spring and summer offer the most predictable weather windows, but we work year-round when conditions allow.
We primarily install Velux skylights because they’re engineered for climates like ours and backed by strong warranties. Velux has been making skylights for over 80 years, and their products hold up better than cheaper alternatives when you’re dealing with coastal salt air, freeze-thaw cycles, and the kind of storms that hit Long Island regularly.
Velux offers fixed, venting, and solar-powered models with double-pane, low-E glass that actually insulates. Their flashing kits are designed to integrate with different roofing materials, and replacement parts are readily available if you ever need them. We’ve installed hundreds of Velux units across Suffolk County, and the callback rate for leaks or failures is minimal compared to other brands.
If you have a specific brand preference or an existing skylight from another manufacturer that you want to match, we can usually accommodate that. But after two decades of installations, we’ve seen which brands hold up and which ones don’t. Velux consistently performs, and that’s why we recommend them. You’re not paying extra for a name—you’re paying for a product that won’t need replacement again in 10 years.
Yes, but the savings depend on what you’re replacing. If your current skylight is single-pane glass from the 1980s or 1990s, upgrading to a modern double-pane, low-E unit can cut heat loss by 30% to 50% in winter. That’s real money when you’re heating a home in Amityville from November through March.
In summer, low-E coatings reduce solar heat gain, which means your air conditioner doesn’t work as hard to keep rooms cool. Older skylights without these coatings turn upstairs rooms into saunas on sunny days. New skylights let light in without the heat, and venting models allow hot air to escape, which further reduces cooling costs.
The exact savings vary based on your home’s insulation, the size and number of skylights, and your current energy rates. But homeowners typically see a noticeable difference in comfort first—rooms that aren’t freezing in winter or sweltering in summer—and then notice the lower utility bills a few months later. Over the 20-to-30-year lifespan of a quality skylight, those savings add up to more than the initial installation cost.
If your skylight leaks because of our installation, we come back and fix it at no cost to you. Our leak-free guarantee covers both materials and labor, and we don’t make you jump through hoops to get service. You call, we schedule, we repair.
Most leaks after installation happen within the first heavy rain, which is why we test everything before we leave and encourage you to contact us immediately if you notice any moisture. The sooner we address it, the less chance of secondary damage to your ceiling or insulation. In 20-plus years, our callback rate for skylight leaks is under 2%—but when it happens, we own it.
If a leak develops years later due to storm damage or normal wear on the flashing, that’s a different situation. We’ll come out, assess what’s going on, and give you an honest answer about whether it’s a warranty issue or something that needs repair. Either way, you’re working with the same crew that did the original installation, so we know exactly how your skylight was built and what it takes to fix it right.
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