Commercial Structural Skylights in Chicago, IL

When choosing a skylight for your commercial property, it's important to consider local weather, temperature, and other environmental factors that could affect the stability and performance of your skylight. Certain commercial skylight systems are carefully designed to withstand extreme weather and temperatures and can enhance the beauty and value of your property without threatening its structural stability. At NSS Exteriors, we offer a wide range of different types of structural skylights in Chicago, IL, for all types of commercial properties. Structural skylights offer energy-efficient lighting and ventilation solutions while also allowing for advanced customization options that complement your property's unique architectural style. Call us now to schedule a consultation and learn more about their benefits. 

What Are Structural Skylights?

Structural skylights are designed to seamlessly integrate into the unique architectural design and style of the property on which they are installed. While traditional skylights are typically very streamlined, simple, and modern and feature clean lines and minimal decoration, architectural skylights are highly decorative and can be very ornate. They are typically constructed from lightweight metal frames of steel or aluminum and glass or polycarbonate panels. They are highly versatile and modular and can be modified to meet the needs of any type of commercial property roof system or substructure. They can be fixed or operable and can be fitted with solar shades, tinted glass, or motorized skylight shades.

Exploring Different Skylight Structure Designs

The most common types of architectural skylight structures are modular and barrel. Our contractors can help you determine which commercial skylight is right for your property:

• Modular – Modular systems can be customized to meet the specific architectural and design needs of the property and can be built upward into almost any configuration, from pyramids and gables to squares or polygons.
• Structural Ridge Skylight – Structural ridge skylights are a type of modular skylight that can be used to create unlimited configurations that span vast expanses. Rows of these modular skylights can be connected at the ridges to create gables, greenhouse-style skylights, and more.
• Barrel Vault – Barrel skylights are flat panels that are bent into a curved shape to create an arch. They can be installed on almost any type of roof and used to cover wide expanses. They can also be used for entryways, entrance and walkway canopies, or to provide cover between exterior buildings, hallways, and corridors. 

Choosing the Right Skylight for Your Commercial Property

Our contractors can help you understand all of the factors to consider when selecting a skylight for your commercial property. We understand the importance of proper skylight choice and precise installation to maintain the safety and structural integrity of your property, and we will follow all industry guidelines and local and federal building regulations. We work closely with you and your team, including architects, builders, project managers, and inspection teams, for the best results. We understand how to properly integrate structural skylights into different architectural styles so they blend seamlessly into the property as if they have always been there. These are some of the most important factors to consider when choosing a structural skylight for your commercial property:

• Architectural Applications – First, you should consider the intended location and purpose of the structural skylights. Will they be used to enhance natural light and beauty across a large area or to provide added visibility in walkways, corridors, or entryways? This will help you determine the size, shape, and design of the skylight.
• Shape – You can choose from a wide range of shapes, including square pyramids, octagonal pyramids, extended pyramids, single or double pitch, flat panels, domes, and barrels.
• Customization Options – We will guide you through your customization options, including materials, glazing, insulation, finish options, and other enhancements.
• Engineering Considerations – We will work closely with your team to assess the engineering considerations for installing a structural skylight on your property. This includes rafter spacing, drainage and water runoff, size, slope, and materials.

Spotlight on VELUX Structural Skylights

We are proud to be a certified dealer and installer of the VELUX Skylights structural skylights series. VELUX is known industry-wide for its commitment to sustainability and the quality, aesthetic appeal, and energy efficiency of its skylights. VELUX uses advanced glazing technologies to allow you to harness natural light without negatively affecting your property's comfort or energy efficiency. With a wide range of different styles and designs, it's easy to find one that enhances the beauty of your commercial property:

• Commercial VELUX Skylights

1. VELUX Modular Series
2. VELUX Custom Structural Series
3. VELUX Semi-Custom Structural Series
4. VELUX Translucent Daylight Series

Schedule a Consultation for Structural Skylight Installation

Established in 1966, NSS Exteriors is one of Chicago's oldest and most respected skylight contracting firms. We specialize in residential and commercial skylight installation, replacement, and repair. We have developed partnerships with leading skylight brands, including VELUX and Kalwall. Our skylight contractors have years of experience working with all types of skylights, including dome skylights, flat roof skylights, solar-powered skylights, fixed skylights, ventilated skylights, pyramid skylights, and sun tunnels. Call us now or contact us online to set up a consultation for structural skylight installation in Chicago, IL, or the surrounding areas.