Velux Skylight Installation Melbourne It can be hard to imagine just how much extra light you could be bringing into a room by the simple addition of a skylight so we’ve put together these two before and after pics to give you an idea. This bedroom was dark even on the brightest of days and … Read more
Velux Skylights in Bathrooms What better way to lighten up a bathroom than with a Velux Skylight. This could be equally lovely having a late bath with some candles and looking at the night sky while you relax in the bath. Make it a reality for your home by asking us for a quote today.
Renovating with Velux Skylights While our team is well qualified to install skylights in a retrofit capacity, it can’t be argued that the easiest time to install is when the build is underway. We can readily work in with you or your carpenter to install one or twenty skylights into the roof. At this renovation … Read more
Repairing hail damage to polycarbonate & skylights Hail damage to polycarbonate roofs and skylights is becoming an increasingly common problem for Australian homeowners and landlords. Roofrite can assist with the replacement of hail damaged polycarbonate roofs and skylights or domes. Simply call our helpful administrative staff to discuss your particular hail damaged roofing problem. Depending … Read more
We are often asked the question, “Why is my skylight leaking?”. So, why is my Skylight Leaking? The cause is usually down to one of two things: poor installation or a build up of debris, usually around the flashings. So lets look at the debris build up first. This is the simple one. Skylights installed … Read more
Velux Blinds Velux have a range of blinds that offer different levels of light control. All Velux blinds are tailor made to fit perfectly to each size skylight or roof window. The big question however is Blockout or Venetian? So often this presents a conundrum for our clients. Which is best? Of course it will … Read more
Master Roof Plumbers, Roofrite, shares its secret So. You’ve chosen the best looking skylight on the market for your metal roof. But did you get the best installation tip with that? Did your installer suggest a custom made flashing? Probably not unless the installer is a licensed roof plumber with an eye for detail. One … Read more
Is an acrylic skylight dome replacement possible with a Velux glass skylight? Roofrite is often asked if an acrylic skylight dome replacement is possible with a Velux glass skylight. The simple answer is yes. Why would you want to? An acrylic or polycarbonate skylight dome will fade or discolour over time. In addition, acrylic and … Read more
What can you do with Velux Skylights? What about giving the garage a makeover? Velux Skylights? Wow! I came across this amazing image of a modern garage at www.sfixit.com. It has incorporated a bank of skylights into the roof to give it total wow factor. A bank of skylights has given this garage the wow … Read more
Have you got wasted roof space that you’d like to convert into an attic? In some houses, roof cavities are simply the place that holds the electrical wiring, some ducting for heating or cooling and the insulation. But if your roof cavity is high enough to stand in, it makes it a great space to convert … Read more