Skylights are essentially a window set in your ceiling, allowing more natural light and ventilation into the room. Having this additional opening to the outside comes with an array of benefits for your living space. Below are a few to consider.

Reasons to Install a Skylight

1. Improve Atmosphere

Adding a skylight to the ceiling lets in more sunshine, which is known to improve the ambiance and sense of vastness of your living space. For smaller rooms, skylights can make them seem larger, especially in rooms where there aren’t many windows, or the existing ones are compact.

This can also improve the mood of anyone in the room since your family and friends won’t have to sit in a dark room that feels closed off. Also, an increase in rays means more solar heat, which provides additional warmth during cold seasons, making the room feel cozier.

2. Increase Airflow

Skylights allow more fresh air to circulate. When opened with other windows in the room, you will create a cross breeze that improves ventilation and airs out a stuffy room. On a spring day, the air can help cool the space and boost airflow for better indoor air quality.

3. Save Energy

When you rely on sunlight and fresh air, you won’t have to tax your heating and cooling system to maintain comfort since your space will be heated naturally by the sunlight. This helps with energy and cost savings on utility bills. You also won’t need to use your lights as much since the sunshine keeps the space bright and cheery, which means less electricity usage.

4. Boost Value

When potential buyers walk into your home and see a bright area filled with natural light, they are more likely to be interested in your property. Besides being a beautiful focal point, the energy and ventilation qualities can make your home more valuable if you choose to sell.

If you are ready to install skylights in your home, The Glass Guru of Newark in Ohio can help. As a one-stop-shop for windows, mirrors, glass shower doors, and more, their restoration and repair services ensure the panes in your home are beautiful and well maintained. They also provide foggy window repair to remove moisture affecting your glass permanently. Call (740) 349-0871 for an estimate or visit them online for more on their offerings.