A skylight is more than a window in your ceiling. It's a roof penetration that demands careful flashing, proper slope, and the right glass for Charlotte's climate. We install fixed, vented, and tubular skylights, all with low-E glass to cut heat gain during our hot, humid summers. On a typical job in Myers Park or Dilworth, we start by locating the rafters and checking the roof deck for rot or decay. Then we cut the opening, build a curb, and set the unit. The key is the flashing—we use self-adhered ice and water shield around the curb, then step flashing that weaves into the shingle courses. That's what stops water from wicking into your attic. We've seen too many skylights leak because the flashing was slapped on top of the shingles. Ours goes under, interlocked with the field course. And we always check the interior ceiling for sag or water stains before we start, so you're not surprised later. Most installations take one day, and we clean up every scrap of old flashing and roofing nail before we leave.

What's Included

Skylight installation includes:

Removal of old skylight or cutting a new opening
Curb construction and self-adhered underlayment
Step flashing integrated with shingle courses
Low-E, double-pane glass unit (fixed, vented, or tubular)
Interior trim and drywall patch
Post-install water test and cleanup

Signs You Need Skylight Installation

How do you know you need a skylight installed or replaced? Look for these signs:

Water stains or peeling paint on the ceiling below the skylight
Visible light gaps around the frame
Cracked or fogged glass
Condensation between the panes
Drafts or temperature swings near the skylight
Granule loss or curling shingles around the flashing

If you see any of these, water is already seeping in. It will erode the decking and wick into your insulation. Call us before the rot spreads.

Our Skylight Installation Process

Our skylight installation process follows a proven step-by-step method:

Inspection – We check your attic, roof deck, and existing flashing for rot, decay, or sag.
Framing – We cut the opening and build a curb, using ring-shank nails for a secure hold.
Flashing – Self-adhered membrane goes down first, then step flashing is woven into the shingle courses.
Installation – The skylight unit is set, leveled, and sealed with exterior-grade caulk.
Interior finish – We patch drywall, trim, and paint to match.
Final test – We run water over the unit to confirm no leaks before we pack up.

Skylight Installation Across Charlotte Metro

We install skylights throughout Charlotte, including Myers Park, South End, NoDa, Dilworth, and Ballantyne, plus surrounding areas near the Catawba River and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.