Installation

April 2018 Featured Project – Skylights

With hail season right around the corner, we wanted to share one of our money-saving tips for skylight replacement. A full inspection from a trained skylight specialist will reveal the scope of the work necessary to bring the skylight up to warranty standards.  Often times, a skylight can become damaged in a hail storm, even though the flashing, curb, and surrounding area are still in good condition. In these cases, we recommend a Pop-on replacement of the skylight only.

This homeowner experienced a hail storm which cracked the out layer of their bubble skylights. opted for the sleeker look of the VELUX flat laminated glass skylights, and added solar powered blackout blinds.

Prior to replacement, the older bubbles cast a more yellowish light, due to the glazing on the double dome. The outer layer of the dome became cracked during a hail storm. Though the crack did not cause a leak, the integrity of the skylight was compromised, and the pattern of light became distorted in the area where the skylight was cracked.

The new skylights are far more durable against hail, offering a 10 year hail warranty for the glass. The LoE 3 glass has a 98% UV block, which helps reduce the need to squint when looking up at them. This means that light shining through can be clear as day! The blinds help with daylight control and insulation, and when they come factory installed in the skylights, they qualify the whole project for a 30% federal tax credit!

 

2016 Featured Project – SunTunnels

Before and after picture of two Suntunnels installed in living room

This homeowner was looking to add natural light into a ranch style home, which had only a few windows to bring in sunlight. While she was originally considering adding a skylight, Darren took a look and showed her that there was an affordable way to bring the light into multiple rooms, instead of just one!

In all, five Sun Tunnels were installed in about 6 hours! The before and after pictures below show the great deal of difference a Sun Tunnel makes, compared to lamp light. … continue reading »

Improve your Attic’s Energy Efficiency

Attic insulation and gable vent

You know how your car heats up like an oven in the summer? Well, your attic does the same thing. A hot attic isn’t just bad for your cooling bill, it can also shorten the life of your shingles, degrade anything you have stored up there and stresses your cooling system.
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Heinsight Solutions Has a New Location!

Front of the new Heinsight Solutions building

You can now find us at 2415 E. Mulberry St. Suite 11. Come check us out, we have Sun Tunnels and Skylights on display to inspire your next natural light project! Check out some of our recent projects for more ideas!

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