Maximize Light, Ventilation, and Roof Access
At In Awe Roofing Ltd., we provide professional VELUX Roof Window installation for residential properties throughout Langley, Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and surrounding areas.
While traditional skylights are typically placed out of reach, VELUX Roof Windows are designed for in-reach applications. They are the ultimate solution for attic conversions, loft spaces, and bonus rooms above garages. Roof windows open wide to provide exceptional fresh air ventilation, unobstructed views, and, most importantly, they can be designed to meet emergency egress (fire escape) building codes.
Because roof windows are large, operable units installed on steep-sloped roofs, proper structural framing and exterior waterproofing are critical. With over 20 years of roofing expertise, our team ensures your roof window is perfectly integrated, secure, and completely weatherproof.
Structural Integrity Meets Premium Design
Installing a roof window is a significant modification to your home’s structure. You need a contractor who understands roofing loads, truss modifications, and precise exterior flashing details.
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20+ Years of Roofing Experience – We know exactly how to manage water flow on steep-sloped roofs to ensure your operable window never leaks.
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Framing & Structural Knowledge – Roof windows often require cutting rafters. We safely header-off the framing to maintain the structural integrity of your roof.
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Code Compliance – We understand local building codes regarding emergency egress requirements for finished attic bedrooms.
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Complete Exterior Integration – We use VELUX’s premium flashing systems to tie the window seamlessly into your asphalt shingles or metal roofing.
Transform Your Attic into a Living Space
Make the most of your home’s upper levels with operable windows designed specifically for pitched roofs.
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Top-Hinged Roof Windows – These windows open outward from the top, providing an uninterrupted panoramic view and maximum headroom. They are ideal for loft living spaces and often meet emergency escape (egress) requirements.
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Centre-Pivot Roof Windows – A versatile, easy-to-operate window that pivots in the middle. The ergonomic top control bar allows you to place furniture directly beneath the window while still being able to open it easily.
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Egress / Emergency Escape Windows – If you are converting an attic into a legal bedroom, building codes require an emergency exit. We install properly sized VELUX egress roof windows to ensure your space is safe and compliant.
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Roof Window Replacement – We upgrade drafty, aging, or leaking roof windows with modern, highly insulated VELUX units.
When to Choose a Roof Window Over a Skylight
Roof windows serve a very specific and highly functional purpose in home design. Here is when you need one:
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You Are Finishing an Attic – If you are turning an attic or room-above-garage into a bedroom, office, or playroom, roof windows provide the necessary light and fresh air that standard walls cannot.
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You Need Fire Egress – Converting an attic into a bedroom requires an emergency fire escape. A top-hinged VELUX roof window satisfies this critical building code requirement.
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Your Current Window is Drafty – Older roof windows often suffer from deteriorated weather stripping, causing major heat loss in the winter.
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You Want Unobstructed Views – Because they are installed within arm’s reach and open fully outward, roof windows give you a clear, beautiful view of the outdoors.
Trusted by Homeowners Across the Lower Mainland
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