Meet the VELUX® Skylight System

Built for Trade, Backed by VELUX Reliability.
VELUX Skylight System and its benefits in white
  


Skylight

Venting or fixed glass skylight

 


Shade

Included white room-darkening, solar-powered shade 

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Remote

Pre-paired remote(s)
included

VELUX Skylight Systems for Your Business

VELUX Skylight Systems are designed to help you deliver more—right from the start. By combining our trusted skylights with factory-installed, solar-powered shades and pre-paired remote controls, you get a complete solution that’s easier to install and more appealing to homeowners.

Adding a shade to an already high-quality product makes VELUX Skylight Systems more competitive in today’s market—especially for homeowners who care about energy efficiency and solar heat control. And because the remote is ready to use from day one, it helps homeowners stay connected to their skylight and the team who brought it to life.

The VELUX Skylight System, which includes a skylight, shade, and remote A Fixed Skylight System with remote A Venting Skylight System with included remotes for venting and shade operation

BENEFITS

FIXED

VENTING
Room-darkening, solar-powered shade in white, remote included A dark grey circle A dark grey circle
Enhanced energy efficiency compared to skylights without shades A dark grey circle A dark grey circle
Fresh air at the touch of a button with included remote control A dark grey circle
Rain sensor automatically closes the system at the first sign of rain A dark grey circle
Insect screen included A dark grey circle A dark grey circle
Total light control & noise reduction A dark grey circle A dark grey circle

VELUX Skylight System Benefits for Your Business

Margaret Shutze and husband talking with a professional about the remote feature for new skylight installation in a bathroom

Increased Referrals

Customers happily praise roofers and remodelers after installing Skylight Systems.

  • Easier for customers to choose—and love—their new installation.
  • A unique value proposition that delivers customized value from day one.
  • A 10-year installation warranty builds homeowner satisfaction and supports your reputation.
An installer opening a VELUX product box, from the installation at the Chicago Summer Sweeps winners' home, spring 2025.

Product Differentiation

VELUX Skylight Systems are designed to create the ultimate skylight experience for your homeowners.

  • Meet each customer’s needs with options, including solar-powered, electric, and manual skylights.
  • Both venting and fixed skylights come with a factory-installed, white, room-darkening solar-powered shade and a pre-paired remote.
  • Built-in convenience with multiple features—so homeowners get what they want.
A VELUX installer uses a screwdriver under a VELUX skylight system product

Backed by the VELUX Warranty

Confidence for your customers for years to come.

  • 10-year installation warranty when installed using VELUX flashing.
  • 10-year warranty on safety glass due to hail damage.
  • 5-year warranty on all shades and remotes.

Available Skylight System Products

Solar Powered Fresh Air Skylight System

A VELUX Solar-Powered Fresh Air Skylight System is an innovative solution that brings natural light and fresh air into your home, all while operating sustainably. The core of the system is a small solar panel integrated directly into the skylight's frame. This panel continuously charges a hidden battery using available daylight, even on cloudy days. This means no electrical wiring is needed, making installation more straightforward and more cost-effective.

Frequently Asked Questions

Each VELUX Skylight System includes a venting or fixed skylight with a factory-installed, room-darkening, solar-powered shade in white. A pre-paired remote also comes with each unit. Each skylight is compatible with an available VELUX flashing kit that is sold separately. To qualify for the 10-year warranty, a VELUX flashing kit must be installed.

Depending on whether you are installing a new cut-in skylight or replacing an old one, the steps that need to be taken will vary. The average time to install a new skylight can range from 2 to 6 days, depending on the distance of the roof deck to the interior ceiling. Installation guides and specifications are available online.

There is a VELUX flashing kit that matches every skylight type and roof material. EDL flashing is for shingles, EDW is for tile, and EDM is for metal roofs. VELUX brand flashing is required for factory warranty coverage.

Visit our online resources for downloadable size charts, CAD drawings, and performance data for each skylight model.

Yes. Electric and solar-powered models are UL-listed (UL file E82681). VELUX skylights are Class B fire-rated and meet ICBO code IAPMO UES #0199.

To ensure customers can take advantage of the 10-year installation warranty, all VELUX skylights must be installed with VELUX flashing and follow all installation instructions.