Summer sunlight can make your home feel bright and inviting. It can also contribute to uncomfortable heat buildup in upper-level bedrooms, kitchens, lofts, and bonus rooms.
A venting skylight can help release warm air that collects near the ceiling. With VELUX ACTIVE with NETATMO, compatible VELUX skylights and shades can respond automatically to changing indoor conditions, helping your home feel fresher and more comfortable throughout the day.
North Star Skylights designs and installs residential VELUX skylight systems that combine natural light, fresh-air ventilation, and convenient smart controls.
What Is VELUX ACTIVE?
VELUX ACTIVE with NETATMO is a smart indoor climate control system that connects compatible VELUX electric and solar-powered venting skylights and skylight shades.
Instead of relying on you to remember when to open or close your skylights, the system monitors conditions inside your home and can make automatic adjustments based on your selected preferences.
Indoor climate sensors measure:
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Carbon dioxide levels
The system also considers local weather information when determining whether ventilation or shade adjustments may help improve indoor comfort.
You can manage the system through the VELUX ACTIVE smartphone app, giving you convenient control whether you are at home or away.
Why Smart Ventilation Matters During Summer
Warm air naturally rises. In homes with vaulted ceilings, upper levels, or open floor plans, heat can collect near the highest parts of the home.
A venting skylight creates an outlet for that trapped warm air. When lower windows are open, cooler air may enter as warmer air escapes through the skylight, supporting natural airflow throughout the home.
VELUX ACTIVE helps automate this process. When indoor and outdoor conditions are suitable, compatible skylights can open to release warm, stale air without requiring you to adjust them throughout the day.
Smart natural ventilation may help reduce heat buildup and lessen your reliance on air conditioning when outdoor conditions are favorable.
Support Better Indoor Air Quality
Summer comfort involves more than temperature. Humidity and stale indoor air also affect how a room feels.
Everyday activities such as cooking, showering, doing laundry, and cleaning can add moisture to the air. Higher humidity can make rooms feel warmer and less comfortable.
VELUX ACTIVE monitors humidity levels and can increase ventilation when needed. This helps release excess moisture before it builds up.
The system also monitors carbon dioxide levels as an indicator of indoor air quality. When the air becomes stale, VELUX ACTIVE can open compatible skylights when outdoor conditions allow.
Together, these features support a fresher and more comfortable indoor environment.
Control Your Skylights from the VELUX ACTIVE App
Automation is one of the main benefits of VELUX ACTIVE, and homeowners always retain control.
Through the app, you can:
- Open or close compatible skylights remotely
- Adjust compatible VELUX skylight shades
- Review your home’s indoor climate readings
- Customize temperature preferences
- Adjust daily ventilation settings
- Change settings to match your household’s routines
Whether you are at work, traveling, or relaxing in another room, your skylights and shades remain easy to manage.
Added Protection During Summer Rain
Minnesota weather can change quickly. A bright summer afternoon can become a rainstorm with little warning.
Compatible VELUX electric and solar-powered venting skylights include a built-in rain sensor. If the sensor detects rain while the skylight is open, the skylight closes automatically to help protect your home.
This feature works independently of VELUX ACTIVE and adds practical peace of mind when you are away or unable to reach the skylight.
Pair Smart Skylights with VELUX Shades
Natural light is one of the main reasons homeowners choose skylights. There are also times when you may want to reduce glare, create privacy, or limit the amount of sunlight entering a room.
VELUX ACTIVE works with compatible electric and solar-powered skylight shades. The system can adjust the shades based on indoor conditions and your selected settings.
This combination gives you greater control over daylight, ventilation, and comfort without requiring constant manual adjustments.
In a bedroom, room-darkening shades can support better light control. In a kitchen or living room, light-filtering shades can soften direct sunlight while allowing the room to remain bright.
A Smarter Way to Enjoy Natural Light
Modern skylights can provide more than daylight. With the right products and controls, they can also support ventilation, indoor comfort, and easier daily living.
VELUX ACTIVE allows compatible skylights and shades to respond to changing conditions throughout the day. You still receive the benefits of natural light and fresh air, along with technology that works quietly in the background.
The result is a skylight system that feels like a natural part of your home.
North Star Skylights Makes Smart Skylights Simple
Choosing the right skylight is only one part of the process. Product compatibility, placement, installation, and system setup all affect how well your skylight performs.
North Star Skylights specializes exclusively in residential VELUX skylights. Our team helps homeowners choose the right skylights, shades, and smart controls for their homes and comfort goals.
We professionally install each skylight according to VELUX installation requirements and help configure the controls so you understand how to use your new system.
Whether you are replacing an aging skylight or planning a new installation, North Star Skylights can help you create a brighter, fresher, and more comfortable home.
Is VELUX ACTIVE Right for Your Home?
VELUX ACTIVE can be a valuable addition when you are installing or replacing compatible electric or solar-powered venting skylights.
North Star Skylights can help you determine which skylights, shades, and controls fit your space, preferences, and budget.
Schedule a free consultation with North Star Skylights to explore a smarter approach to natural light, ventilation, and summer comfort.
