Skylight Installation

Transform Your Home with Natural Light

A well-installed skylight can completely change the feel of a room. We've been installing skylights in New Jersey homes for decades, and we know exactly how to do it right—so you get all the light without any of the leaks.

Skylights are more than just a window in your roof. They require precise integration with your roofing system, expert flashing work, and an understanding of how water moves across shingles and underlayment. Done wrong, they're a guaranteed leak. Done right, they're one of the best upgrades you can make.

Why Choose Ken Morton for Skylight Installation

We treat every skylight like the roof penetration it is—because that's what separates a beautiful addition from a costly mistake. Our crews have installed hundreds of skylights across New Jersey, from fixed units to vented models, and we stand behind every installation.

Our Installation Process

We start by helping you choose the right location and skylight type for your space. Not every roof pitch or rafter layout works the same way, and we'll walk you through what makes sense for your home.

Once we've planned the opening, we carefully cut and frame the roof structure, then install the skylight with multiple layers of flashing and waterproofing. We integrate it seamlessly with your existing roofing material—whether that's asphalt shingles, metal, or tile—so it looks like it was always meant to be there.

Fixed, Vented, and Tubular Options

Fixed skylights are the simplest and most affordable. They don't open, but they flood a room with light and can make a small space feel twice as large.

Vented skylights open to let in fresh air, perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, or anywhere you want ventilation along with light. Many come with rain sensors that automatically close when weather moves in.

Tubular skylights are ideal for smaller spaces like hallways, closets, or interior bathrooms. They use a reflective tube to channel sunlight from the roof down into the room below—no major framing required.

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Energy Efficiency and Glazing

Modern skylights are far more energy-efficient than older models. We install units with Low-E coatings and insulated glazing that let in light while keeping heat where it belongs—outside in summer, inside in winter.

We'll help you choose the right glazing for your home's orientation and your comfort goals. South-facing skylights get the most sun, so they often benefit from tinted or heat-reflective glass. North-facing units give steady, indirect light without the glare.

Flashing and Weatherproofing

This is where experience matters. We use manufacturer-specified flashing kits and integrate them with ice-and-water shield and underlayment to create a watertight seal. Every skylight we install is built to handle New Jersey's heavy rain, snow load, and ice damming.

If you're replacing an old skylight, we'll inspect the surrounding roof deck and framing for any rot or damage before we install the new unit. No shortcuts.

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Warranty and Longevity

Quality skylights from manufacturers like VELUX, Andersen, and Fakro come with strong warranties—often 10 years or more on the glass and frame. Our installation work is backed by our own workmanship warranty, so you're covered on all fronts.

A skylight installed correctly will last as long as your roof. We've seen units we put in twenty years ago still performing perfectly, no leaks, no issues.