Rooflights are one of the most cost-effective ways to enhance the appearance and experience of a home while improving its energy efficiency, ramping up its curb appeal and increasing its market value. But like any type of home improvement, the installation of rooflights must be handled properly in order for the homeowner to enjoy the benefits. In this post, the team at Skylights Rooflight look at 4 common rooflight installation mistakes to avoid.

1: Choosing the wrong size or position

Rooflights are not a one-size-fits-all proposition. You must select the right size for the space involved and position it correctly so that it can take optimal advantage of available light. A rooflight that is too large can easily overwhelm a small space. While one that is too small will not only look odd but fail to provide enough natural light to make a meaningful difference.

2: Deciding to make rooflight installation a DIY project

Installing a rooflight is not rocket science. But it does require a comprehensive knowledge of the vagaries of roof construction and waterproofing techniques. Even a small mistake in either area could lead to years of problems with your rooflight. It's not worth it. Always make sure your rooflights and skylights are installed by experienced professionals who not only understand the process but will guarantee the quality of their work.

3: Neglecting the surrounding insulation

The installation of a rooflight affects the surrounding insulation. If proper care is not taken to restore insulation in the area surrounding the rooflight you could end up losing a lot of heat through that area. As a result, you may not enjoy the promised energy savings. This is yet another reason why it's so important to always use a contractor with experience installing rooflights.

4: Not paying attention to how the rooflight will affect ventilation

Many homeowners just assume that a rooflight or skylight will automatically enhance the ventilation in their home. That may be true to a certain extent, but if you want to optimise the ventilation benefits a rooflight can provide you need to plan ahead. That means choosing the right position to optimise airflow, choosing a rooflight or skylight with built-in ventilation options and syncing the rooflight with the existing ventilation system.

Contact Skylights Rooflight

If you pay attention to the details and hire an experienced professional to handle your rooflight installation you will enjoy many years of reliable service. To learn more contact Skylights Rooflight on 02036332196, or write to info@skylights-rooflight.co.uk.