Before spring renovation quotes start: skylight decisions worth making in July

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July is often when renovation ideas start to become real.The worst of winter has exposed the rooms that feel dark, damp, cold or underused. Spring still feels far enough away to plan properly, but close enough that homeowners begin calling builders, roofers, designers, painters and installers. What started as “we should do something about this room” becomes a list of quotes, site visits and decisions.This is exactly when skylights should enter the conversation.Not after the builder has priced the ceiling. Not after the roofer has finished. Not after the bathroom layout is locked. Not after the kitchen cabinetry has been […]

What installers look for during a wet-season skylight site visit

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Winter power bills and daylight: where natural light can reduce daytime lighting dependence

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Mid-winter daylight audit: 8 places natural light gets blocked inside NZ homes

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By mid-winter, most homes have already shown their weak spots.The hallway needs the light on at lunchtime. The kitchen feels dull on grey mornings. The bathroom never quite feels fresh. A spare room becomes the place where washing, boxes or unused furniture quietly gather because nobody really wants to spend time there.These are not always major renovation problems. Often, they are daylight problems hiding inside everyday routines.A home daylight audit helps you step back and look at how natural light is actually moving through your house, not how you assume it should move. It is a simple way to identify […]