Skylight installation and flashing for Nashville-area homes.
Skylight Installation in Nashville costs $900–$3,500 per skylight including installation; varies by size and curb vs. deck mount. Second Best Roofing has provided skylight installation services across the Nashville metro since 2011—licensed, bonded, and insured in Tennessee.
Skylights add natural light and ventilation to rooms that don’t have window access, but in Nashville’s 68-inch annual rainfall environment, the flashing detail is everything. A poorly flashed skylight is the source of some of the worst hidden leak damage we see—water that follows the curb or the framing cavity and surfaces in a completely different location inside the house. Second Best Roofing installs Velux and other major brands with proper step and counter flashing designed for Middle Tennessee conditions.
Cost range: $900–$3,500 per skylight including installation; varies by size and curb vs. deck mount. The table below reflects real project costs from Second Best Roofing’s Nashville-area work since 2011.
| Service / Scope | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed skylight (small, deck mount) | $900 | $1,600 |
| Venting skylight installation | $1,400 | $3,000 |
| Curb-mount replacement (existing curb) | $700 | $1,400 |
| Curb-mount replacement (new curb) | $1,200 | $2,500 |
Costs vary by home size, pitch, and material. We provide written estimates before any work begins.
We inspect the roof at no charge and document everything before quoting. For storm damage, we attend the insurance adjuster meeting with you.
You get a line-item estimate in writing before we start. No surprises on the final invoice. What we quote is what you pay.
We don’t subcontract structural work. The crew that shows up is Second Best Roofing’s own licensed team.
Job site cleanup is part of the job. We sweep for nails with a magnetic roller and follow up after completion.
We handle Skylight Installation projects across 10 Middle Tennessee cities. Select a city below for local-specific information and pricing.
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Condensation is normal on the interior glass surface in cold weather—warm moist indoor air hitting the cold glass. A skylight leak shows water coming in at the frame edge, running down the framing inside the ceiling, or staining the drywall around the curb. If you see water running down the wall after a rain (not after a cold night), it’s a flashing issue.
We primarily install Velux skylights, which carry a 10-year no-leak warranty when installed by a certified contractor. We also work with Sun Tunnel tubular skylights for hallways and small rooms. We recommend brands based on your application—fixed vs. venting, framing location, and budget.
Yes, if the roof framing location permits it. We assess the framing, attic depth, and intended room location before quoting. Most pitched roofs in the Nashville area can accommodate a skylight installation, but we don’t cut framing members without a proper structural assessment.
A single skylight installation typically takes half a day to one full day, including the interior drywall opening, curb framing, and exterior flashing. Complex installations or multiple skylights take longer. We schedule them as a standalone project or coordinate with a roofing replacement.
The best time to replace or install a skylight is during a roofing replacement when the surrounding shingles are already off. This allows for proper flash integration without disturbing existing shingles. If your skylight is leaking on a roof that’s otherwise in good condition, we can open and re-flash it without a full replacement.
Second Best Roofing has been Nashville’s owner-operated roofing contractor since 2011. Get an honest assessment and a straight price—no pressure, no surprises.
