Residential Skylights for Minnesota Contractors
Your Skylight Installation Partner for Residential Construction Projects
Dependable, qualified skylight support for general contractors and remodeling professionals across the Twin Cities.
When you manage residential construction, you juggle tight timelines, multiple trades, and high homeowner expectations. Skylights can add value and visual impact to any project—but only when they’re installed correctly, finished cleanly, and completed on schedule.
At North Star Skylights, we bring focused expertise to your job site as your dedicated skylight subcontractor. We partner with general contractors and remodelers across the Minneapolis–St. Paul area to provide design guidance, installation, replacement, and finishing services for residential skylights—all using certified methods and VELUX products.
What Our Clients Say
One Trade You Don’t Have to Manage
You already coordinate framing, electrical, HVAC, and more. Skylight work shouldn’t add complexity to your project. With North Star Skylights, it doesn’t.
We operate as a self-contained, professional partner. We show up when scheduled, bring the right tools and materials, and complete the skylight portion of your build with minimal oversight. You don’t need to coach us through specs, supervise our crew, or double-check our finish work—we’ve got it covered.
This frees up your team to focus on framing, roofing, and client communication, while we ensure the daylighting component meets both code and design expectations.
Support at Every Phase of the Build
Design Phase
We collaborate during planning to ensure skylight placement, shaft design, and model selection align with your goals and your client’s needs. If needed, we can evaluate roof pitch, ceiling structure, and product compatibility before rough-in.
Construction + Rough-In
We install skylights during framing or after roof sheathing, depending on your workflow. For vaulted ceilings, we ensure skylights follow the ceiling slope cleanly. For flat ceilings, we frame and prep the light shaft and coordinate with drywall or finish trades as needed.
Finish Phase + Wrap-Up
We complete interior trim and light shaft finishing with a clean, professional touch. Our team ensures all moving parts (such as venting mechanisms or solar-powered blinds) function correctly and look integrated into the room design.
When Contractors Call Us In
Replacements and Upgrades
When you’re re-roofing or refreshing an existing space, we assess whether an aging skylight should be upgraded. Replacing old units improves insulation, functionality, and long-term client satisfaction.
Kitchen and Bath Remodels
We add venting or fixed skylights to increase light and airflow in the home’s most-used spaces. Skylights eliminate the need for exterior wall windows and preserve cabinet space and privacy.
Roofline Modifications and Additions
New dormers, second stories, and vaulted ceilings often create the perfect opportunity for skylights. We evaluate framing options and integrate skylights seamlessly into the revised structure.
Custom Homes
We help plan and install skylights in architect-designed homes where daylight and ventilation are essential to the interior experience. From shaft framing to finish trim, we deliver a polished look that supports your client’s vision.
Solutions for Remodels, Additions, and New Homes
Contractors bring us in on a range of projects—from one-room renovations to large-scale custom builds. We’re comfortable working in both occupied homes and ground-up construction.
In remodels, we retrofit skylights into existing ceilings and roofs while protecting surrounding finishes. In new construction, we integrate skylights early into the layout and align our work with your timeline and your subcontractors.
We also help evaluate existing skylights during reconfiguration projects, advising whether to relocate, replace, or eliminate old units as part of the overall update.
Whether the job involves one fixed skylight or several solar-powered venting units, we help you deliver results that align with your standards and your client’s vision.
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VELUX Products Installed by Certified Professionals
All of our work is completed using official VELUX skylight systems, including curb- and deck-mounted models, venting skylights, Sun Tunnels, and solar-powered units. Our installers follow manufacturer-certified procedures to ensure full product and installation warranty eligibility.
We work with a wide variety of residential roof types and ceiling configurations. Whether you’re dealing with steep-slope shingle roofs or low-slope membrane roofs, cathedral ceilings or flat shafts, we adjust our approach to fit your structure and preserve design intent.
No Surprises—Just Consistent Results
Contractors we work with value consistency. We provide clear communication before we arrive on-site, work safely and respectfully while we’re there, and leave behind finished spaces your clients will love.
Our goal is to be one of the few trades you never have to worry about. If we’re scheduled for Thursday, we’ll be there. If your client makes a last-minute product change, we’ll help accommodate it. If you need advice about light shaft dimensions or energy tax credits, we’ll offer straightforward guidance that supports your bottom line.
You don’t have to chase us down. You don’t have to clean up after us. You just get a job well done.
Why Choose North Star Skylights?
We’re not another trade to manage—we’re a partner you can count on.
Because we only work with residential skylights, we bring a level of focus and precision most general installers can’t match. That translates to fewer problems, less wasted time, and a better experience for your clients. Our work is quiet, clean, and respectful of job site rules. We follow your lead, document our process, and leave no details behind.
General contractors choose North Star Skylights because we help them:
- Stay on schedule without chasing down another sub
- Deliver higher-quality results for clients
- Reduce post-installation concerns like leaks or warranty issues
- Offer premium VELUX skylight options without taking on extra responsibility
We’re not looking for a one-off job. We’re looking to become the specialty partner you call every time skylights are part of the plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need to frame the skylight opening ourselves, or do you handle that?
We can handle all framing associated with skylight installation, including rough opening prep and light shaft construction for flat ceilings. If your team prefers to frame the openings, we’re happy to coordinate around that.
Can you install skylights during active remodeling or occupied home projects?
Yes. We regularly work in both active job sites and occupied homes. Our team is respectful of the space, works cleanly, and takes care to protect finishes and minimize disruption.
Do you supply the skylights, or should we order them?
We supply all VELUX skylights, flashing kits, and accessories needed for your project. This ensures everything arrives on time, fits properly, and meets the latest specifications. By letting us handle the product side, you avoid ordering errors, delays, or missing parts. We bring everything needed so your project runs smoothly and stays on schedule.
Can you work directly with the homeowner for product selection?
Yes. If you prefer to hand off the skylight selection process, we’ll consult with your client directly, help them choose the right model, and keep you in the loop throughout.
What’s your typical lead time for contractor projects?
We maintain flexible scheduling and can often accommodate installs within 1–3 weeks, depending on product availability and project complexity. For time-sensitive work, we recommend reaching out early for the best fit.
Will your work meet code and preserve the VELUX warranty?
Absolutely. We follow all VELUX-certified installation protocols, including proper flashing, sealing, and product handling. Our installations meet code and maintain full product and labor warranty eligibility.
Let’s Work Together.
With over three decades of experience, a non-subcontracted crew, and a spotless safety record, North Star Skylights is the kind of trade partner you can build long-term relationships with. We show up ready, follow through, and treat your clients and sites with professionalism that reflects well on your business.
