{"id":718,"date":"2020-10-15T11:09:29","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T15:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jlbuilding.com\/?p=718"},"modified":"2023-05-11T08:38:57","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:38:57","slug":"benefits-of-velux-skylight-blinds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jlbuilding.com\/blog\/benefits-of-velux-skylight-blinds\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of VELUX Skylights & Blinds for Contractors & Homeowners"},"content":{"rendered":"

VELUX skylights and VELUX skylight blinds are an excellent addition to homes of any era or style. Skylights can be installed in both vaulted and flat ceilings, and VELUX even offers options for attics. Perfect for spaces from kitchens and bathrooms to patios and hallways, there\u2019s a VELUX product for every job. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the many benefits of VELUX skylight products<\/a> for contractors and homeowners.<\/p>\n

Benefits of VELUX Skylights for Contractors<\/h2>\n

Choosing VELUX skylights for a project offers contractors a wide array of benefits.<\/p>\n

Increased Job Profitability<\/h3>\n

As a contractor, one of your main goals is maximizing usable square footage for increased job profitability. Adding skylights is proven to lower a job\u2019s average cost per square foot by $9<\/a>. And the unique look and feel of skylights will impress homeowners and set you apart from the competition.<\/p>\n

Easy, Cost-Effective Upgrades<\/h3>\n

Along with increasing profitability, the affordable cost of VELUX blinds can boost job quality. Adding factory-installed solar skylight blinds can almost double your revenue per skylight. And factory-installed, room-darkening blinds also increase skylight U-value by up to 40% when in the \u201cdown\u201d position.<\/p>\n

When you choose VELUX, replacing old skylights is also quick and easy. In fact, in most cases, it only takes 30 minutes or less. Best of all, replacing old skylights and including VELUX skylight blinds saves homeowners up to $200<\/a> in cooling costs annually.<\/p>\n

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Utilize Attic Space<\/h3>\n

Finally, installing VELUX products help you to take advantage of attic space, which is often wasted. VELUX Sun Tunnel\u00ae skylights allow you to work around attic obstructions<\/a>, like rafters or chimneys. Plus, they can be installed in under two hours. We\u2019ll explore the Sun Tunnel\u00ae line in more detail below.<\/p>\n

Benefits of VELUX Skylights for Homeowners<\/h2>\n

There are also many benefits of choosing VELUX skylights for homeowners.<\/p>\n

Valuable Tax Credits<\/h3>\n

When you choose qualifying VELUX products, you can receive a 26% solar tax credit in 2020 (or 22% in 2021) on purchase and installation costs. This is thanks to the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (2008)<\/a> and the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (2009)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

VELUX is committed to ensuring that their products help reduce the global carbon footprint. This inspired the VELUX Go Solar initiative<\/a>, which is designed to reduce energy consumption and provide energy savings to homeowners.<\/p>\n

The following VELUX products qualify for the Federal Solar Tax Credit:<\/p>\n