The Challenge
A young couple had recently moved into a classic Cape-style
home in North Andover, Massachusetts. While they loved their new home, they
found the upstairs bedrooms and office, which are located along the southern
and southwestern sides, were too dim for their liking. The lack of natural
light made these rooms feel closed off, especially the third room being used as
a home office.
Looking for a trusted contractor with experience in skylight
installation, they found Master Roofers through a search for VELUX 5-Star
Certified Installers in the North Shore area. With glowing reviews and a
reputation for quality, they reached out to us for help.
The Solution
Our skylight advisor met with the homeowners to walk through
their lighting goals and explore the best options. As informed and proactive
homeowners, they had already done some research and came prepared with
thoughtful questions. Together, we designed a skylight solution tailored to
their needs.
Bedrooms:
- Two
venting skylights were installed (one in each bedroom) to bring in more
natural light.
- Both
skylights included 100% blackout shades, perfect for restful mornings and
controlling early sunrise light in the summer.
- The
venting feature allows fresh air circulation, ideal for bedrooms.
Office:
- A
larger venting skylight was installed in the office space, the biggest
available standard size from VELUX.
- To
manage solar heat gain, we installed a light-filtering shade that softens
sunlight while still brightening the room. This was perfect for an office
setting.
All skylights selected were solar-powered, featuring:
- Built-in
solar panels and batteries
- Remote
control operation
- Automatic
rain sensors that close the skylights in case of precipitation
- No
need for electrical wiring or an electrician, thus streamlining the
installation
Additionally, we provided the homeowners with information
about potential solar tax credits they may be eligible for and advised them to
speak with their tax professional.
The Installation
Once skylight placement was confirmed using on-site visual
layouts with tape, the installation team got to work. Thanks to the newer
condition of the existing roof and our VELUX flashing kits, the entire
project—including all carpentry—was completed in just one day.
There was no need for invasive construction or electrical
work, and our crew primed the new woodwork, leaving the homeowners with just
the final painting in their color of choice.
The Result
The homeowners were thrilled. The skylights transformed
their upstairs living spaces by adding light, airflow, and modern convenience
without the disruption they had feared.
What they expected to be a long, disruptive project turned
into a smooth, same-day installation. They left us a glowing five-star review
and expressed how delighted they were with the craftsmanship, efficiency, and
results.