Installing a skylight is a minor remodeling project that can have a major impact on the living space below. Plus, with advancements in window technology, virtually everyone can afford to install at least one skylight in their home. From polycarbonate sheets to double-paned glass, there’s a material for every budget. Here are a few of the biggest reasons to install a skylight in your home. 

3 Reasons to Put in a Skylight

1. Let in More Natural Light 

Natural light enhances the ambiance of any room. If you want to maintain your privacy, though, installing floor-to-ceiling windows isn’t the answer. Skylights, on the other hand, will flood your home with natural light without jeopardizing your family’s privacy. When you live on an island where space is limited, privacy cannot be overstated. 

2. Improve Ventilation 

In a warm, humid climate like Hawaii’s, proper ventilation is essential to ensure your family’s comfort year-round. Fortunately, retractable skylights made of durable polycarbonate sheets will facilitate air circulation in the entire house. Since warm air rises, it will escape through the opened skylights, in turn letting cool air settle throughout the living space. 

3. Reduce Energy Usage

Skylights will help regulate a dwelling’s internal temperature, thereby reducing cooling costs. Since they let in lots of natural light, they can also reduce electric bills when you don’t need to use indoor fixtures during the day. Those who install Energy Star®-qualified skylights can even take advantage of various tax credits. 

When you’re ready to install a skylight in your home, turn to Min Plastics & Supply in Honolulu for materials. Serving all of Oahu for over 60 years, they carry everything from polycarbonate sheets to acrylic mirror sheets. To learn more about their vast inventory, visit their website, or call (808) 847-1511 to order polycarbonate sheets today.