How many times a day do you switch on the light in your home? Take a day to really figure this out and then compare your findings once you have paid for skylight installation! These windows are designed to welcome natural light, thus eliminating the need for artificial lighting and saving you money, not to mention the universe. A brighter, more illuminated home interior can be enjoyed when you pay an expert to manufacture and fit skylights. Before you start taking measurements and planning to give your home a mini face-lift, take a moment to discover more about these products with high energy performance ratings.
Glazing Technologies
There are two main types of glazing technology that a skylight installation specialist would recommend – plastic or glass. Perhaps the cheapest option, and one that is not very likely to break, is plastic. The only real problem with this glazing technology (despite the fact that it is durable and will offer solar heat control) is that UV rays can cause the glazing to fade easily. In addition to this, plastic technologies tend to become scratched quicker than glass. Tempered and safety glass are two good options, because they are strong, resistant to impact and will reduce unwanted solar heat gain during summer.
Moisture Control
When a skylight is mounted properly above the roof’s surface, it should withstand leaks very well. Even when it is pouring down with rain or snowing, moisture control will be at its height. Skylight installation must be completed in the right way for it to be successful and this is why you need to ask the fitter about their level of certification before the job is completed. Following manufacturer guidelines and making sure the edges around the frame are thoroughly sealed will make a difference to how well the window withstands moisture.
Choosing a Shape
Now comes the fun part before skylight installation commences – choosing a shape. So versatile are these products that they can be fitted on all kinds of roofs, whether it is domed, pitched or flat. Arched, domed and pyramidical windows are the easiest to install, because they can be positioned flexibly. If you simply want to welcome a little bit more sunlight and ventilation into a small space, choose small tubular skylights. Although they might have a smaller surface area, they still assist with heat gain and heat loss during the seasons.
The team at Super Skylights supply and offer skylight installation. Call 08 9302 1477 to get special offers on commercial and spectrum skylights.
