SkyFlex Skylights® Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. All SkyFlex Skylights® come with a one-piece aluminum welded flashing providing a watertight seal. All installations are also backed by our written limited warranty.

  • Professional installation is approximately 2 hours per unit on a shingle roof.

  • Professional installation is recommended for all SkyFlex Skylights®.

  • Yes. It meets the Florida Unified Building Code.

  • No. Glass will never turn yellow. It is constructed of durable impact glass instead of plastic like other brands. Plastic skylights resemble automobile headlights, which tend to yellow and significantly reduce light throughput with time.

  • There are many factors contributing to this answer (roof pitch, roof orientation, tube length, exterior shading, etc.) We recommend an in home consultation to provide best value and performance.

  • Yes. Tile and metal roof type installations are available at an additional cost.

  • Other brands typically rely on various forms of plastic for their exterior lens and flashing which yellow and tarnish with time. SkyFlex Skylights® flat impact glass will never turn yellow, and offers a low profile attractive appearance to the exterior of your home.

  • No. Significant heat gain is not typically reported. Choosing the optional dual layer diffuser offers optimal energy efficiency and minimal heat gain.

  • No. All SkyFlex Skylights® filter out 100% of all ultraviolet rays.

  • There is no scheduled or required maintenance for your SkyFlex Skylights®.

  • Yes. Each customer receives a written warranty with each installed job.

  • Yes. There is an optional glazing, dimmer, or shutter available at an additional cost.

  • Dual layer diffuser upgrade, light dimming options, and roof curb flashings.

  • SkyFlex Skylights® are proudly made in the USA

  • No. Typically your existing shingles will be hand removed and reinstalled.

  • Yes

  • Yes. In fact SkyFlex Skylights® flat glass series has never been denied by an HOA.

  • All SkyFlex Skylights® come with an aluminum flashing instead of plastic. Aluminum will not crack or deteriorate like plastic flashings will.

  • The advantages include more even light disbursement, increased energy efficiency, reduced installation time, less mess, and significantly less financial investment.

  • Yes. Naturally lit homes typically sell faster and at a higher price compared to poorly lit homes.

  • We offer both options and will recommend whichever solution will provide the best value and overall results to your home.

  • Reduced utility bills and increased home resale value.

  • Clean and clear natural light feels more welcoming when compared to artificial electric light. Studies show home owners with SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) live more comfortably in a home filled with beautiful natural light.

  • SkyFlex Skylights® are the most advanced tubular skylight in the industry. It has unrivaled durability matched with a beautiful exterior and interior appearance. SkyFlex Skylights® will enhance the overall feeling of your home while reducing your utility bills and increasing your home’s resale value.

  • The final placement of your SkyFlex Skylights® will be determined upon installation once the technician has reviewed your homes’ attic and roof configuration.

 
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