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how to install skylights on a flat roof

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Asked: 2019-11-12 14:23:05
I feel like my house doesn’t get enough natural light in it. I want to be able to increase the amount of light by adding a skylight to my living room. I think that it will be easy enough for me to do myself, but I’m not sure how to do it. My roof is flat, and I don’t know what steps I need to take to properly install it, so it doesn’t leak. What do I need to do to ensure I install the skylight the right way?
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Answered: 2019-11-13 14:38:12

Most skylights come with directions on how to install them. You cannot install one on your own, though because they are too heavy and awkward to do on your own. It’s best to have someone help you to ensure that it is done as well as possible. You need to measure and cut the area where you want the skylight to be installed. Then frame up the area, install the skylight and seal off the area around it to keep it from leaking when it snows or rains.

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Answered: 2019-11-13 13:14:32

Before you try to install the skylight, you need to inspect the roof to ensure that it can support it. You also want to be sure that you install it in an area where it won’t compromise the structural integrity of your roof. The skylight needs to be installed in an area that is not near any support systems and at an angle, so the water doesn’t collect on top of it. It could add weight and cause the skylight to fall through the frame.

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Answered: 2019-11-12 22:56:38

Installing a skylight on your own can be dangerous. You could fall off of the roof or install it improperly. This could lead to the skylight leaking and cause extensive damage to your home. It’s best to have a professional install things for you to ensure that it is installed properly.

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Answered: 2019-11-13 13:05:01

I used the directions I found on description to learn how to install a skylight properly. It helped me learn how to choose the right location for my skylights, take the necessary measurements and even frame the skylight properly. It was nice to see step-by-step directions because it took the guesswork out of the entire process.

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Answered: 2019-11-14 01:50:10

In order to be able to add a skylight to your flat roof, you need to determine how big of a skylight you want to use. You’ll have to cut a hole in the roof, create a frame for the skylight and then install it. It’s important to make sure that you have the right angle when installing it to stop water from pooling on it.

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