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You stop worrying about the next rainstorm. That brown stain on your ceiling doesn’t get bigger. Your heating bill drops because cold air isn’t pouring through cracked glass and worn seals.
Modern skylights aren’t the energy-wasting installations from 20 years ago. The ones we install use double-pane glass that keeps heat in during winter and blocks it during summer. You’ll notice the difference in your utility bills within the first few months—most homeowners in Suffolk County save $10 to $15 monthly on electricity alone.
And the light. You get real, clean natural light that makes your home feel bigger and brighter without the fog, condensation, or yellowing that comes with old plastic skylights. Velux skylights deliver up to five times more light than a standard window, which means you’re using less artificial lighting during the day.
Home Team Construction is a family-owned business that’s been serving homeowners across Suffolk County for over two decades. Alban and his crew handle everything from roof work to siding, but skylight replacement is one of those jobs where experience really matters.
Mastic homes deal with freeze-thaw cycles every winter, heavy wet snow, and coastal nor’easters that test every seal and flashing on your roof. We’ve seen what happens when skylights aren’t installed correctly, and we’ve fixed plenty of other contractors’ mistakes. Our customers come back because the work holds up and because we show up when we say we will.
We’re licensed, insured, and we stand behind every installation. Most of our business comes from repeat clients and referrals, which tells you what you need to know.
We start with an inspection of your current skylight to confirm what needs replacing. Sometimes it’s just the flashing or seals, but if your skylight is over 15 years old, full replacement usually makes more sense. We’ll tell you what we find and give you a straight answer about what’s worth fixing versus replacing.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we order the right skylight for your roof type and pitch. Velux skylights are what we install most often because they’re built for climates like ours and they come with solid warranties. We schedule the work around weather that won’t compromise the installation—you don’t want an open roof during a rainstorm.
On installation day, we remove the old skylight, inspect the roof deck for any water damage or rot, and make repairs if needed. Then we install the new unit with proper flashing and waterproof sealing. Most single skylight replacements take four to six hours and we finish in one day. You get a clean installation, no leaks, and a skylight that’s going to last 20 to 30 years.
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You get a complete removal of your old skylight and professional installation of a new Velux unit sized for your opening. That includes new flashing designed specifically for your roof type, waterproof sealing around the entire perimeter, and any necessary repairs to the roof deck if we find rot or damage underneath.
The skylights we install come with double-pane insulated glass that meets ENERGY STAR standards. That means they’re engineered to reduce heat loss in winter and keep your home cooler in summer—real energy efficiency that shows up in lower utility bills. Some models include solar-powered openers that ventilate automatically and close when it rains, which is useful if your skylight is in a hard-to-reach spot.
Long Island’s weather is tough on roofing materials. Freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and coastal storms mean your skylight needs to be installed right or it will leak. We use manufacturer-approved installation methods and materials built to handle Suffolk County conditions. You also get a workmanship warranty on our installation and the manufacturer’s warranty on the skylight itself—typically up to 10 years on materials.
Most homeowners in Mastic pay between $1,500 and $2,500 per skylight for complete replacement and professional installation. That includes removing your old unit, installing a new Velux skylight with proper flashing, sealing, and any minor roof deck repairs if needed.
The price depends on the size of your skylight, your roof pitch, and whether we need to make structural repairs. Flat roof skylights sometimes cost a bit more because the flashing system is different. If you’re replacing multiple skylights at once, the per-unit cost usually drops because we’re already set up on your roof.
Energy-efficient skylights aren’t cheap, but they pay for themselves. If your current skylight is driving up heating and cooling costs by $200 to $300 annually, a new installation recoups that expense in energy savings over eight to ten years—while eliminating leak risks and improving your home’s value.
Most single skylight replacements take four to six hours from start to finish. We complete the job in one day as long as weather cooperates. You don’t want an open roof during rain, so we schedule installations around clear forecasts.
The timeline depends on what we find when we remove your old skylight. If the roof deck underneath has water damage or rot, we’ll need extra time to make those repairs before installing the new unit. We’ll let you know right away if we find anything that extends the timeline.
Multiple skylight replacements take longer but we still aim to finish in a single day. The goal is to get your roof sealed up quickly so you’re not exposed to weather. We work efficiently without cutting corners on flashing or sealing—those details are what prevent leaks down the road.
Yes, if the leak is coming from your skylight. Most skylight leaks happen because of improper flashing installation or degraded seals, not because the skylight itself is defective. When we replace your skylight, we install new flashing designed for your specific roof type and seal everything with materials built to last decades.
Old skylights develop leaks because the seals break down from UV exposure and temperature swings. Flashing can separate from the roof deck during freeze-thaw cycles, which are common in Suffolk County. Water gets into small gaps, freezes, expands, and creates larger openings. A new skylight with fresh flashing and modern sealing eliminates those entry points.
We also inspect the roof deck when we remove your old skylight. If there’s rot or damage underneath, we repair it before installing the new unit. That’s important because even a perfect skylight will leak if the structure underneath is compromised. You get a comprehensive fix, not just a band-aid.
If your skylight is over 15 years old, replacement usually makes more sense than repair. Seals, hardware, and flashing all degrade over time, and fixing one component doesn’t address the others that are also wearing out. You end up paying for repairs now and replacement later.
Newer skylights that are leaking might just need new flashing or seals, especially if the glass is still clear and the frame is in good shape. We’ll inspect your skylight and tell you honestly whether repair is a viable option. Sometimes it is, but often the cost of repair gets close enough to replacement that you’re better off with a new unit that comes with a warranty.
Energy efficiency is another factor. Older skylights lose a lot of heat in winter and let in too much heat in summer. Modern Velux skylights can be up to 35 percent more energy efficient, which translates to noticeable savings on your utility bills. If your current skylight is costing you money every month, replacement pays for itself over time.
Yes, we install skylights on flat roofs throughout Mastic and Suffolk County. Flat roof skylights require different flashing systems than sloped roofs because water doesn’t shed as quickly. The installation needs to account for standing water and ensure proper drainage around the skylight curb.
We use curb-mounted skylights for flat roofs, which sit on a raised frame that keeps water from pooling around the glass. The flashing integrates with your flat roof membrane—whether that’s TPO, EPDM, or modified bitumen—to create a watertight seal. This type of installation takes a bit more time because the details matter, but it’s the right way to prevent leaks.
Flat roofs in coastal areas like Mastic deal with heavy rain and occasional standing water during storms. Your skylight needs to be installed by someone who understands how flat roof drainage works. We’ve been doing this for over 20 years and we know how to make these installations last.
You get two warranties when we replace your skylight. The first is our workmanship warranty, which covers the installation itself. The second is the manufacturer’s warranty on the Velux skylight, which typically includes up to 10 years on materials and components.
Our workmanship warranty means that if there’s a leak or issue related to how we installed the skylight, we come back and fix it at no charge. That covers flashing, sealing, and any installation errors. We stand behind our work because we’ve been serving Suffolk County homeowners since 2002 and our reputation depends on jobs that hold up.
The manufacturer’s warranty covers defects in the skylight itself—glass seal failure, frame issues, hardware malfunctions. Velux has a solid reputation for honoring warranties, and we handle the coordination if you ever need to file a claim. You’re covered from both angles, which gives you real peace of mind.
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