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VELUX skylight installation Albany NY — Ultimate Roofing
Skylights & Sun Tunnels · Certified VELUX Installer

VELUX Skylights
& Sun Tunnels.

Ultimate Roofing is a Certified VELUX Skylight Installer serving the entire Capital Region. Bring natural light into kitchens, bathrooms, master bedrooms, and dark interior rooms with watertight skylight and sun-tunnel installations.

Certified VELUX Installer

Your Albany Skylight
& Sun Tunnel Company.

Ultimate Roofing is proud to be a Certified VELUX Skylight Installer serving the Greater Capital Region. Whether you want to replace existing skylights, install new fixed or venting skylights, add a sun tunnel to brighten a dark interior room, or just need a skylight repair — we have you covered.

Contact us today to schedule a FREE on-site assessment and we'll help you decide which solution makes sense for your space, your style, and your budget.

Which One Is Right?

Skylights vs. Sun Tunnels.

Both bring natural light into your home — but they work very differently and shine (literally) in different situations.

VELUX Skylights

Window-style openings cut into the roof, with a tunnel of finished drywall connecting the roof opening to your ceiling. Skylights provide a view of the sky as well as light. Best for vaulted ceilings, kitchens, master bedrooms, and any room where you want a dramatic feature.

  • Fixed skylights — let in light only, most affordable
  • Venting skylights — open for ventilation, manual or remote
  • Solar-powered skylights — open automatically, qualify for tax credits
  • Sizes from 14" to 48"+ wide
Sun Tunnels (Solar Tubes)

Small (10"–14") reflective tubes that funnel daylight from a small roof dome down through your attic into a ceiling diffuser that looks like a recessed light fixture. Sun tunnels bring incredible amounts of light into spaces where a full skylight isn't practical.

  • Closets, hallways, pantries, laundry rooms
  • Bathrooms (no view = more privacy)
  • Interior rooms with no exterior walls
  • Lower cost than skylights
  • Flexible tubing routes around obstructions
Where Skylights Shine

Rooms That Come Alive
With Natural Light.

Most Popular Skylight & Sun Tunnel Locations

  • Kitchens — open up the ceiling above the island or sink, transform meal prep
  • Master Bedrooms — wake to natural daylight, stargaze before sleep
  • Master Bathrooms — light without sacrificing privacy
  • Walk-In Closets — sun tunnel makes outfit selection effortless
  • Home Offices — reduce eye strain, boost mood and productivity
  • Hallways & Stairwells — eliminate dark passages that drain a home's energy
  • Vaulted Living Rooms — make a statement, add architectural drama
  • Attics & Bonus Rooms — convert dark storage into livable space
Installation Matters

Installing Skylights
The Right Way.

A skylight installed badly is a leak waiting to happen. As certified VELUX installers, we follow factory specifications for every install — and back our work with a 10-year installation warranty on top of the VELUX product warranty.

Proper Curb Construction
Skylights are mounted on a built-up wood curb that lifts them above the roof plane — never installed flush. This is non-negotiable for watertight performance.
Factory VELUX Flashing
We only use VELUX-engineered flashing kits — engineered specifically for the skylight model and your roof slope. Aftermarket flashing voids the warranty.
Ice-and-Water Shield
Self-adhering membrane wrapped around the entire skylight opening — critical in Capital Region winters where ice dams form.
Interior Drywall Finish
For full skylights, we frame the interior tunnel, install drywall, tape, mud, and paint — leaving a finished ceiling, not just a hole in the roof.
Common Questions

Skylight & Sun Tunnel FAQs

How much does a skylight cost installed?

A typical VELUX fixed skylight installation runs $1,800–$3,500 depending on size, model, and ceiling height. Venting and solar-powered models cost more. Sun tunnels are typically $1,000–$2,000 installed. Every estimate is free and itemized.

Will my skylight leak?

Not if it's installed correctly. As certified VELUX installers, we follow factory specs exactly — proper curb, factory flashing, ice-and-water shield, sealed penetrations. We back every install with a 10-year installation warranty on top of the VELUX product warranty.

How long does installation take?

Most skylight installs are completed in 1 day — including roof work, framing, and interior drywall finishing. Sun tunnels are typically done in half a day.

Can I get a tax credit?

Yes — VELUX solar-powered skylights qualify for the 26% federal solar tax credit. Ask us for the IRS paperwork and we'll provide proof-of-installation documentation for your records.

Do I need a permit?

Most Capital Region municipalities require a building permit for new skylight installations (cutting a structural opening in the roof). We handle the permitting paperwork as part of every install.

My old skylight is leaking — can you replace it?

Absolutely. Replacing an old skylight with a modern VELUX unit is one of our most common skylight projects. We pull the old one, rebuild the curb if needed, install the new skylight with factory flashing, and integrate it into your existing roof.

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