Can you add a skylight or window to a flat roof?

• <div><p>Yes, flat roofs can make use of a skylight or window to allow natural light into the home. When <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-installs-skylights.htm">finding the best skylight installer</a>, it’s important to pick a professional with experience working with a flat roof. The installer must pick the right type of window design to match the slight slope of the roof.</p></div>

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Q: How do different elements influence the expense of setting up a skylight?

• <div><p>Costs depend on skylight size, roof type, and additional features like blinds or tinting.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to have a skylight installed?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-skylight-installation-cost.htm#">average cost to install a skylight</a> is about <b>$1,850</b>, and most homeowners pay between <b>$450 to $5,000</b> each. Your total price tag will depend on many factors, including the type of roof material, the pitch of your roof, ease of accessibility, the skylight size, and the type of frame and glass you want. You can potentially lower your price if you install multiple windows or skylights simultaneously. Remember to budget <b>$500 to $2,500</b> for labor costs to complete this project.</p></div>

Q: Do skylights increase home insurance costs?

• <div><p>Skylights might sometimes increase your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-know-your-homeowners-insurance.htm">homeowners insurance</a> premium, but the increase is usually minimal. Some home insurance companies won&rsquo;t adjust your premium with the addition of a skylight, so you can contact your insurer or your professional skylight installer to ask about any expected changes. It&rsquo;s crucial to have an expert install the skylight, as insurance companies may not insure your roof or cover water damage that results from a non-professional skylight installation.</p></div>

Q: Are skylights covered by insurance if they’re damaged by hail?

• <div><p>Most homeowners insurance policies cover skyight damage that is caused by hail. Hail damage is considered a covered peril under most standard insurance policies. However, this only applies if your skylights were properly installed. Also, insurance policies vary, so be sure to check your individual policy to see if skylight hail damage is covered.</p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in November 2013
We were amazed at how quickly everything was done. Donovan completed the demo in one day & had the front of the house including the siding done in the first week. I don't know that I have ever heard of construction going as smoothly as ours did. What Donovan had planned on 8-10 weeks took a...
Adrian Construction
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Reviewed in June 2016
Our friend referred us to Bay Easy and we couldn't be more delighted with Ofer and his team. Prior to updating the bathrooms, they looked dark and small. Removing the walls changed the look dramatically, now it looks modern and brighter. We tried to do some of the demolition ourselves but Ofer...
Bay Easy Construction
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Reviewed in May 2014
They did a very good job for us with our skylights. They have a very good installer and they know exactly what they're doing. They specialize in installing these skylights so they know exactly how to do it. They were very professional. My husband was very concerned about our tile roof but we...
SKYLIGHTS PLUS
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Reviewed in November 2011
They did excellent work. The was high quality of work and it took lots of work to complete the work.
Richard Hicks Construction
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Reviewed in May 2010
Just for reference, I don't usually give out Excellent ratings just because I was satisfied. I did, however, give them an Excellent on Responsiveness that is explained further below. Baker Roofing was prompt, quick, and efficient. They were very courteous, came in, did their thing, and packed...
T-J Roofing Co Inc
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