Bomb and Blast-Resistant Skylights

Bomb & Blast-Resistant Skylights in Chicago, IL

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Enhanced Protection for Your Indoor Natural Light

Staying safe in your building requires structural features designed to withstand all types of dangers, whether you’re concerned about inclement weather or a destructive attack. NSS Exteriors offers indoor natural lighting with enhanced protection with our bomb and blast-resistant skylights in Chicago, IL. Our selection of home and business improvement solutions includes windows, siding, skylights, and many other options to ensure your property is safe, comfortable, and aesthetically appealing. We offer commercial building skylights ready to hold up against a bomb’s horrific impact, fire, and debris. You can rely on our professional team to help you select the perfect skylights for your building and install them efficiently without compromising work quality. Our priority is providing a finished skylight that’s durable and long-lasting.

What Are Bomb & Blast-Resistant Skylights?

NSS Exteriors’ blast and bomb-resistant design for commercial skylights comply with the US Army Corp of Engineers blast-resistant design methodology and US Department of Defense anti-terrorism standards. We offer skylights with UV-enhanced polycarbonate domes, each made with a 16mm, five-layer, multi-wall polycarbonate configuration. These specifics let you enjoy complete light transmission and energy efficiency while providing the benefits of blast and bomb protection. Overall, these commercial building skylights keep your building well-lit with natural light and safeguard against the blast effects of bombs and projectiles. We proudly offer skylights with a NO HAZARD rating and level of protection meeting or exceeding what they require at high-risk properties like military installations, embassies, and government buildings.

What Are Blast & Bomb-Resistant Skylights’ Specifications?

You need assurance your new blast-resistant skylight will fulfill its promised efficacy if your building suffers an attack. NSS Exteriors offers blast and bomb-resistant skylights with extensive specifications and certifications to ensure their quality and durability. For instance, these skylights comply with multiple US Army Corp of Engineers methodologies, such as ASTM F1642/ ASTM F2912/ GSA TS01-2003/ PDC-TR 10-02. Bomb and blast-resistant skylights also need to earn approvals and certifications from reputable industry organizations, including the following:
  • ASTM 1886/1996 Large and Small Missile Impact Testing
  • Texas Department of Insurance Windstorm Approval
  • OSHA Fall Protection Testing
  • All Industry Standards for Structural, Air, and Water Protocols for Skylights

Why Are They Called Self-Flashing Skylights?

A self-flashing skylight has a built-in roof curb, and NSS Exteriors has various skylight models with this feature. We offer self-flashing skylights with insulated double-wall curbs with polyisocyanurate insulation and concealed two-by-fours to anchor them. However, you can also choose skylights with single-wall curbs. Our skylights come with standard and special curb heights to mount directly to your roof deck. While we can provide any height you require to meet your project specifications, some typical curb heights include nine inches, 12 inches, 14 inches, and 16 inches.

Which Type of Skylight Is Best for You?

NSS Exteriors values your business and wants you to find and install the best skylight for your building’s needs and specifications. Picking out a skylight should always involve considering size, design, and functionality. If you’re installing a commercial skylights or residential skylight, you have five popular types to consider.
  • Fixed Skylights – These flat, rectangular pieces of plastic or glass are the most popular skylight option because they enhance your space’s natural light without opening.
  • Ventilated Skylights – You can let in the fresh air at your home or business with ventilated skylights when the weather cools down. These skylights are similar to fixed skylights but open to let in airflow.
  • Tubular Skylights – These skylights live up to their name because they are tubular and feature a bubble-like window to let in natural light. We recommend tubular skylights for smaller spaces with an attic separating your ceiling and roof.
  • Dome Skylights – You can get dome skylights in rectangular or square shapes, and they feature a bubble on the outside to add dimension to your space and capture light from all angles.
  • Pyramid Skylights – A pyramid skylight can add dramatic design appeal to your building. This option enhances your space’s aesthetic and grabs light during all daylight hours, like dome skylights.

Benefits of Skylights for Your Commercial Buildings

Skylights offer many benefits to homeowners and business owners, ranging from increased productivity to a more attractive interior space. NSS Exteriors specializes in matching clients with the best commercial skylights for their needs, including blast and bomb-resistant skylights for enhanced protection. We’ve listed some typical benefits you’ll enjoy with a new skylight in your building:
  • Improved Productivity – Studies show natural light positively affects alertness and effective task performance.
  • Reduced Energy Consumption – A skylight’s natural light can reduce your company’s lighting costs by replacing artificial light with the sun’s natural light.
  • Better Health – Medical research shows artificial light exposure leads to increased physical stress and cortisol level buildup. Natural light can help your employees improve their current and future health.
  • A More Beautiful Indoor Space – You can enhance your building’s appearance and make it more appealing to your staff, customers, and visitors.

Why Choose NSS Exteriors for Commercial Skylights?

NSS Exteriors is a family business that treats all customers like they’re part of our family. We handle every request with care and professionalism because we’re committed to doing the job better down to the last detail. Our goal is to improve your home or business in a way you can be proud of by working with you to ensure every aspect of your project meets or exceeds your expectations. Let us help you select and install new bomb and blast-resistant skylights in your building to protect you against potential terrorism and domestic attacks. Contact us today to discuss your skylight needs and schedule service at your property.

Contact NSS

NSS Exteriors
4650 W. 120th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
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