Reasons to Consider Installing Skylights in Your Home

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If you are looking to get more light and fresh air in your home, you might be considering installing a skylight. This is a type of window that is installed on the roof of your home, some of which have the option of opening, while others are just there for the added light. Here are some different benefits of having a skylight installed.

You Get Better Ventilation

Roofing ventilation is important in your home, not just so you have the pleasure of fresh air when the skylight is opened, but also to keep your roof in good condition. When you run your heater regularly in the winter, it can cause the roof to heat up a little too much. While this might sound like a good thing, it isn't when you have ice dams that form on the roof. The dams form as a result of snow being melted prematurely because the roof gets too hot, then because it is still cold outside, the water freezes when it reaches the edge of the roof. This can actually do a lot of damage to the roof and gutter system. With better ventilation, you are able to reduce this risk drastically and have more fresh air inside your home at the same time.

Skylights Provide Natural Light

Instead of relying on turning a bunch of lamps on inside your home, why not have natural light from skylights installed in your home? Even dome-style lights that don't open can provide excellent natural light during the day. This helps you to get enough light that reduces the need for turning lamps on when it is the daylight hours, especially when combined with opening up curtains and blinds during the day. This helps to brighten up your home and reduce how much you spend on electricity costs each month. Don't forget that with the natural light, you also get some natural heating with skylights.

They Help You See What is Outside

Depending on the type and size of skylight you get, you might get a little sneak peek into what is outside and above your home. This is a unique look you don't often get when you don't have a skylight. The larger skylights that have clear glass instead of frosted glass let you see branches from tall trees over your house, or even see the moon and stars at night. If it is raining, you get a very interesting effect with the skylights.


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