Many older homes have rooms that never see enough daylight: central hallways, internal bathrooms, kitchens shaded by an extension or living areas under a deep verandah. A renovation is the ideal time to fix that, because ceilings, lighting and finishes are already being changed.
We add skylights to existing roofs as part of renovations and extensions. We work out where light is needed most, check the roof framing and ceiling space, and then install and finish the skylight so it blends with the new interior. We can work with your builder or schedule the job on its own.
In short: Hustle Installations installs skylights in renovated homes and extensions. Price depends on skylight type and size, roof material, ceiling height, framing changes and access. We aim to respond to enquiries within one business day and offer a free inspection and quote.
Installing a skylight into an existing house is different from fitting one on a new build. The roof is already in place, the ceiling may have cornices or old plaster, and wiring, ducting and insulation are often sitting exactly where the light shaft wants to go. Timing matters too: the skylight should go in before new ceilings are painted and before floors are finished.
We help you choose the right type and position for each room, whether that is a tubular skylight for a small bathroom or a larger glass skylight above a new kitchen island. We coordinate with your builder or electrician, protect the existing parts of the home and finish the ceiling so the skylight looks like part of the original design. Visit our main skylight installation page for the full range of products.
Renovation skylights can go wrong when the existing house is not properly considered.
Installed too late. Fitting a skylight after new ceilings are painted and floors are finished risks dust and damage. Planning it early saves rework.
Old roofs and brittle tiles. Older terracotta or concrete tiles can crack when disturbed, and old sarking may be torn. We check and replace what is needed.
Services in the way. Wiring, downlights and ducting often need to be moved before the shaft can go in.
Wrong size for the room. An oversized skylight can overheat a room in summer, while a small one may barely help. We size for the space and orientation.
We tailor renovation skylights to the room, the roof and your build schedule.
Renovation skylights are priced on what the existing home needs, not just the product.
For indicative price ranges, see our skylight installation for renovations in Melbourne page. Want a firm price? We inspect and quote for free.
A renovation already has plenty of moving parts, so we fit in rather than add complexity. We agree on timing with you or your builder, keep the roof watertight throughout and protect new and existing finishes while we work.
Our renovation skylight process:
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Tubular skylights suit small or awkward spaces such as bathrooms, ensuites, walk-in robes and hallways. They need only a small roof opening, run through tight roof spaces and give a soft, even light. Fixed glass skylights suit kitchens, living rooms and extensions where you want a view of the sky and more light. Opening skylights add ventilation, which helps in bathrooms and kitchens where steam and heat build up.
Orientation and glass matter. A large skylight facing north or west can add significant summer heat, so we often suggest low-E or tinted glass, smaller sizes or blinds. Overhead glass must be suitable for that use under AS 1288 where it applies, and homes in bushfire-prone areas may need skylights that suit the site’s BAL rating under AS 3959.
Renovators often worry that adding a skylight will create a mess or put the project behind. Those concerns are fair: we hear about installers who cracked roof tiles and left them, sprayed dust across freshly painted rooms, or turned up after the plasterer had finished and forced rework. Others installed skylights that overheated new living areas in the first summer.
We plan skylights around the renovation, protect what is already finished and repair any roof disturbance properly. We also give honest advice on size, glass and orientation so the new room is bright without being uncomfortable, and we work cleanly so your renovation stays on track.
What sets us apart:
We schedule skylights before ceilings, paint and floors are finished to avoid rework.
Old roofs, tiles and plaster are handled carefully and repaired where needed.
We recommend sizes and glass that brighten rooms without overheating them.
Every skylight is flashed to suit the existing roof material and pitch.
We coordinate with builders, electricians and plasterers on site.
We protect new and existing finishes and clean up before we leave.
Tell us what you need, where the project is located, and what outcome you want. We ask the right questions, review the scope, and provide a clear quote with no obligation.
We inspect access, openings, levels, existing frames, surrounding finishes, and any site-specific requirements. Accurate measurement helps prevent delays, gaps, and unnecessary rework.
We confirm the installation approach, materials, scheduling, and finish expectations. For Melbourne projects, we can also discuss thermal performance, double glazing, weather sealing, and BAL rating considerations where required or relevant.
Our team installs with care, precision, and safety. We focus on alignment, fixing, glazing, sealing, operation, and clean presentation.
Before we leave, we check the installation, clean the work area, and walk through the finished result. You get a tidy site and a result built to perform.
Yes. Skylight installation for renovations is a large part of our work. We inspect the existing roof, roof space and ceiling, choose a position that avoids major structural changes where possible, then install, flash and finish the skylight so it suits the renovated room.
Ideally after framing and roof work but before new ceilings are painted and floors are finished. That timing avoids dust and damage to new surfaces. If your renovation is already finished, we can still install a skylight with careful protection.
Hallways, internal bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and living areas under deep verandahs or extensions often gain the most. These spaces have limited window access, so a skylight brings in daylight without changing walls.
Older tiles can be brittle, so we lift and replace them carefully. If tiles crack or sarking is damaged around the opening, we replace or repair them as part of the work. We check the roof condition at the inspection and explain what to expect.
Tubular skylights suit small rooms and tight roof spaces, while fixed or opening glass skylights suit larger rooms where you want a view of the sky. We recommend the right type for each room based on size, ceiling height and orientation.
It can if the skylight is oversized or faces north or west without suitable glass. We help you choose a sensible size, low-E or tinted glass and blinds where needed so the room is bright but comfortable in summer.
Cost depends on the skylight type and size, the condition of the existing roof, ceiling height and shaft length, framing changes and whether lights or ducting need to be moved. We inspect first and then provide a free written quote with a clear scope.
A tubular skylight can often be installed in a few hours, while a glass skylight usually takes about a day. Extra roof repairs or ceiling work can add time. We confirm timing with your quote and fit around your builder’s schedule.
Yes. We cover floors and finishes before cutting the ceiling, remove offcuts and old materials, and clean the work area before we leave. In a renovation, we also coordinate with your builder so other trades are not affected.
Call 0499 090 079 or use the contact form to send photos and plans of the rooms you are renovating. We aim to respond within one business day and will arrange a free inspection and quote for your skylight installation.
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