Construction Services — Skylight Installation
Skylight Installation & Repair
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Skylights Done Right Start With The Roof, Not The Glass
A skylight is only as good as the roofing work around it. Most skylight leaks aren’t a defect in the skylight itself — they’re a flashing or sealing failure where the skylight meets the roof. Because we’re roofers first, we install and repair skylights with the surrounding roof system as the priority, not an afterthought.
Because skylight work sits at the intersection of roofing and interior finish, it’s easy for the roofing side to get treated as an afterthought by contractors who specialize only in the glass. We approach it the other way — the roof integration comes first, with the skylight itself fitted to match, so the finished result performs as well as it looks. That same philosophy applies whether you’re adding your first skylight or replacing one that’s been leaking for years — we treat the roofing system as the foundation the skylight has to work with, not an obstacle around it. If you’re unsure whether your roof and budget can accommodate a skylight, a free inspection is the fastest way to get a clear, honest answer rather than guessing.
What's Included
- Skylight placement assessment for structural and roof-system compatibility
- Impact-rated, code-compliant skylight installation
- Full flashing and sealing integration with your existing or new roofing material
- Repair and re-flashing service for leaking existing skylights
Skylight Installation — In Depth
Why Most Skylight Leaks Are A Flashing Problem
The glass or acrylic dome of a skylight rarely fails on its own — leaks almost always trace back to degraded flashing, sealant, or improper integration with the surrounding roofing material. That’s why skylight installation and repair should be handled by a roofing contractor, not a window specialist working in isolation.
Choosing The Right Skylight For Your Roof Type
Tile, shingle, and flat roof systems each require different flashing details for a skylight to integrate properly. We match the skylight and flashing approach to your specific roof type rather than using a one-size-fits-all installation method.
Curb-Mounted vs. Deck-Mounted Skylights
Curb-mounted skylights sit on a raised frame and are generally easier to reseal and maintain, while deck-mounted skylights sit flush with the roof for a lower profile. We’ll walk you through which option fits your roof and aesthetic goals.
Repairing An Existing Leaking Skylight
If your current skylight is leaking, we inspect the flashing and seal first — in many cases the skylight itself is fine and the fix is a re-flash rather than a full replacement.
Why Ricketts
Why Homeowners Trust Us With Their Skylight Installation
We Diagnose Before We Quote
Every project starts with an in-person assessment, not a phone estimate. We explain exactly what we find before any price is discussed.
Licensed, Insured, And Accountable
We’re a Florida-licensed contractor (CCC1331129 roofing, CBC1259476 general contracting) — not a subcontractor network. The crew that quotes your job is the crew that does it.
A Warranty You Can Actually Use
Every completed job comes with a written workmanship warranty on file, so you have documentation if a question comes up later.
Good To Know
More On Skylights
Adding A New Skylight vs. Replacing An Existing One
Adding a skylight where none existed requires cutting into the roof deck and framing a proper opening — a more involved project than replacing or re-flashing an existing skylight.
Skylights & Energy Efficiency
Modern skylights with low-E coatings reduce heat gain compared to older single-pane skylight units, which can meaningfully affect cooling costs directly below the skylight.
Maintenance For Long-Term Performance
Periodic inspection of the flashing and seal — not just the glass — is the most effective way to catch a developing leak before it reaches your ceiling or attic.
Getting Started
What Happens When You Reach Out
You Reach Out
Call, or request an estimate online — no obligation, no high-pressure sales call. We ask a few questions about your project to prepare for the visit.
We Assess The Project In Person
A specific, in-person look at the work involved, not a phone-estimate guess. We explain what we find in plain language before any price is discussed.
You Get A Written, Itemized Quote
A specific price and scope of work, in writing, before you decide anything — no vague verbal ranges and no surprise line items once work starts.
We Do The Work, Permitted Where Required
Built to Florida Building Code standards, with permits filed and inspections scheduled as part of the project, not left for you to manage.
You Get A Warranty, In Writing
A workmanship warranty on file gives you something concrete to point to if a question comes up later.
Getting Started
Skylight Placement & Sizing Considerations
Where Skylights Perform Best
North- and east-facing skylight placement typically brings in consistent light with less direct heat gain than south- or west-facing placement in South Florida’s climate.
Sizing For The Room Below
A skylight sized too large for the room below can create excess heat gain and glare — we help size the opening appropriately for the space it’s lighting. We also account for the room’s existing lighting and furniture layout when recommending placement, since a skylight positioned directly over a reading area or workspace can create glare on screens or reading material even when the overall room lighting improves. A short conversation about how the space is actually used goes a long way toward getting placement right the first time. We’d rather spend a few extra minutes on this during the estimate than have you living with a skylight that lights the wrong spot or creates glare exactly where you don’t want it.
What Affects Your Price
What Affects The Cost Of Skylight Installation
We don’t quote prices over the phone or list generic price ranges online — the honest answer depends on real, project-specific variables. Every free estimate includes a specific, written price before any work begins, based on factors like:
New Opening vs. Existing Replacement
Cutting a brand-new opening into the roof deck and framing costs more than replacing or re-flashing an existing skylight.
Skylight Size & Type
Fixed, vented, and larger skylights carry different material costs.
Roof Type
Tile, shingle, and flat roofs each require different flashing details that affect labor.
Number Of Skylights
Installing multiple skylights in one visit is typically more efficient than separate single installations.
If your project may involve an insurance claim — storm or wind damage, for example — we document the damage in the format most insurers expect: photos, a written scope, and a clear description of cause. We’re not a public adjuster and can’t negotiate your claim, but we make sure the documentation on our end is accurate and complete from day one.
Worth Knowing
Serving Fort Lauderdale & South Florida
Part Of Our Regular Roofing Service Area
Skylight installation and repair is handled by the same crew and license as our roofing work across Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding area — not outsourced to a separate specialist.
Often Requested Alongside A Re-Roof
Adding or upgrading a skylight is a common add-on when a property is already having its roof replaced, since the roofing material and flashing work are already underway.
Repair-First Approach To Leaks
If you’re dealing with a leaking skylight, we start by evaluating the flashing and seal, not assuming the skylight itself needs full replacement.
One More Thing
Combining Skylights With Your Next Roof Project
If you’re already planning a roof replacement or major repair, that’s the most cost-effective time to add or upgrade a skylight — the roofing material and flashing work are already underway, so integrating a new skylight opening adds less incremental cost than doing it as a separate, standalone project later.
Common Questions
Skylight Installation, Answered Directly
Customer Reviews
What Fort Lauderdale Residents Are Saying
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“Ricketts handled our roof repair after a bad storm and made the whole process easy — showed up when they said they would, explained what was actually wrong, and kept the property clean every day. Would recommend them to anyone in South Florida.”
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