We are planning to purchase a single-family house with a gable roof built in 1995. The gable roof has been designed without any skylights. The floor plan is perfect for us, but we find the natural light insufficient.
We would like to have skylights installed in three rooms. We are not able to do any of the work ourselves.
We have done some online research on the cost of such windows and believe that good-quality skylights would cost around 600-800 euros (approximately 650-870 USD). Then there is the installation, for which we have found very different estimates. Of course, proper blinds would also need to be installed.
Do you have any experience with this kind of retrofitting? How much did it roughly cost you? Is the often mentioned estimate that the work takes about 2-3 working days realistic?
We would like to have skylights installed in three rooms. We are not able to do any of the work ourselves.
We have done some online research on the cost of such windows and believe that good-quality skylights would cost around 600-800 euros (approximately 650-870 USD). Then there is the installation, for which we have found very different estimates. Of course, proper blinds would also need to be installed.
Do you have any experience with this kind of retrofitting? How much did it roughly cost you? Is the often mentioned estimate that the work takes about 2-3 working days realistic?
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garfunkel18 Oct 2016 19:45Before buying, I would reconsider whether the areas and their positions are really suitable.
I would not want a roof window in the bedroom, even with a shutter (noise during rain).
In winter, there will be snow on it for 3-4 months, so no light either.
In summer, the shutters are almost always down because otherwise it gets too hot.
I find roof windows somewhat problematic when it comes to sealing. They are generally less airtight than vertical windows.
Electric shutters for roof windows should not be overlooked. You should consider in advance whether you can still reach the shutter to operate it.
I would not want a roof window in the bedroom, even with a shutter (noise during rain).
In winter, there will be snow on it for 3-4 months, so no light either.
In summer, the shutters are almost always down because otherwise it gets too hot.
I find roof windows somewhat problematic when it comes to sealing. They are generally less airtight than vertical windows.
Electric shutters for roof windows should not be overlooked. You should consider in advance whether you can still reach the shutter to operate it.
hstkai schrieb:
I bought my double casement windows myself (Velux GPU 134x140, 850 EUR) and had them installed by the roofer for 210 EUR each. Installing two windows took about 1.25 working days.That sounds quite affordable for installation. Were those special conditions, or is that the usual market price?
We want three windows, probably 114x140. Cost around 650 euros each. Shutters are not included in that price, but we don’t need electric ones...
Robson, of course, we want it to be done well. We’re not fans of “being cheap is cool.” But depending on the costs, I think it’s reasonable to look at offers from all price ranges once... And if all the work booked through MyHammer were poor quality, MyHammer probably wouldn’t be so popular, right?
Good morning, I have checked out my picture regarding a few tenders on MH. No specialist ever came, only generalists.
I would get quotes from Velux partners. Like with everything else, it’s always a matter of warranty.
And regarding the roller shutters: I believe they are only available with electric operation now.
I would get quotes from Velux partners. Like with everything else, it’s always a matter of warranty.
And regarding the roller shutters: I believe they are only available with electric operation now.
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Knallkörper24 Oct 2016 12:20In our old (rented) house, two roof windows were retrofitted. It took one day with two people (roofers). Assuming an hourly rate of 40 euros, that is about 20 x 40 = 800 euros. Drywall and painters came the next day but were not busy for long, maybe another 500 euros. When considering the price of the windows, you need to keep in mind that you also require additional accessories (flashing kits, etc.) besides the window itself. There seem to be significant differences depending on the window size and roof structure. It is ideal if the new double casement windows fit between the rafters. However, if you insist on installing the 134 cm (53 inches) windows, structural reinforcements are necessary, which is a much bigger job. I would definitely recommend external roller shutters; they are essential at least on the south side. Since there are no manual versions anymore, you might as well choose solar-powered motors, which are probably cheaper and cleaner to install than running cables, depending on the local situation.
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