Signs you need skylight installation
If any of these sound familiar, it might be time to talk to a pro.
- Dark rooms that need artificial lighting during the day
- Wanting to brighten a bathroom, kitchen, or hallway
- Planning a roof replacement anyway
- Looking to reduce daytime electricity usage
How it works
Our process is simple and stress-free.
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Light Assessment
We evaluate your roof structure, attic space, and room layout to determine the best skylight placement for maximum natural light.
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Product Selection
Choose from fixed, vented, or tubular skylights with options for blinds, rain sensors, and smart home integration.
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Roof Preparation
We cut the opening, reinforce framing as needed, and install proper flashing to ensure a watertight seal.
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Skylight Installation
Professional installation with manufacturer-specified techniques, integrated with your existing roofing for seamless protection.
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Interior Finishing
We frame and finish the light shaft, patch drywall, and ensure a clean transition from ceiling to skylight.
$0 Down Financing Available
Most homeowners qualify for $0 down financing with monthly payments as low as their current energy bill. Multiple financing options available.
Subject to credit approval. Terms vary by project type.
Get Your Free EstimateSkylight installation in Albuquerque costs $2,000–$8,000 per unit and brings up to 3x more natural light than a same-sized wall window. With 300+ days of sunshine per year, New Mexico homes are ideal for skylights that reduce daytime electricity usage and improve comfort. Epex is VELUX-certified and offers fixed, vented, tubular, and smart skylight options — all with low-E glass, proper flashing, and a 10-year installation warranty.
Natural Light, New Mexico Style
With 300+ days of sunshine, Albuquerque is the perfect place for skylights. Why pay for artificial lighting when the sun is right there?
Skylights transform dark interiors — bringing natural light into bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and living spaces that wall windows can't reach. Studies show natural light improves mood, sleep quality, and even home resale value.
Best Time to Add a Skylight
If you're planning a roof replacement, that's the ideal time to add skylights. Since we're already on the roof, the additional cost is significantly lower than a standalone installation. We coordinate roofing and skylight work as one project.
Types of Skylights We Install
- Fixed skylights — Maximum light, no moving parts, lowest cost
- Vented skylights — Open to release hot air, great for kitchens and bathrooms
- Tubular skylights — Small footprint for hallways and closets, easy installation
- Smart skylights — Remote-controlled with rain sensors and blinds
All our skylights include low-E glass and proper flashing for New Mexico's intense UV and occasional heavy rain.
What our customers say
Epex handled our solar installation and roof replacement as one project. They found hail damage we didn't know about, got our insurance claim approved, and installed a beautiful new roof with solar panels on top. One team, one timeline, zero headaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Modern skylights with low-E glass and built-in blinds actually manage heat very well. In Albuquerque, we recommend skylights with a low SHGC rating and optional blinds. Vented skylights can also help release trapped hot air.
Not when installed properly. Skylight leaks are almost always due to poor installation or aged flashing — not the skylight itself. Our installation includes proper flashing integration with your roof system and a 10-year installation warranty.
This is the ideal time. Adding a skylight during a roof replacement is significantly less expensive because we're already working on the roof. We coordinate both projects seamlessly.
A skylight brings in up to 3x more light than a same-sized wall window. Even a small 2x4 foot skylight can transform a dark room. Tubular skylights work great for hallways and bathrooms.
Skylight installation typically costs $2,000-$8,000 per unit including labor and materials. Fixed skylights are the most affordable, while vented and smart skylights cost more. Adding a skylight during a roof replacement is significantly cheaper since we're already working on the roof.
We recommend VELUX skylights with low-E glass and a low solar heat gain coefficient for New Mexico's intense sun. Vented skylights are great for kitchens and bathrooms — they release trapped hot air naturally. For smaller spaces, tubular skylights deliver excellent light without the roof modification of a full skylight.
Yes. Skylights are a desirable feature that improves natural lighting, reduces daytime electricity use, and enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home. In New Mexico's sunny climate, buyers appreciate the natural light. Proper installation with quality brands like VELUX ensures long-term value.
Yes. We install skylights on flat and low-slope roofs using curb-mounted systems with proper drainage. This is common on Albuquerque's Pueblo and Territorial-style homes. VELUX offers flat-roof-specific models with built-in drainage channels.
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