Few upgrades brighten a Portland residence faster than a well-placed skylight. Our region’s long gray seasons make daylight a premium commodity, and homeowners search “skylights portland” every month because they know more sun means happier interiors, lower electricity bills and higher resale value. CountBricks pairs local construction expertise with AI precision to deliver leak-free, energy-efficient skylight installations on time and on budget.
Portland averages 36 inches of rain annually, so flashing integration is mission-critical. CountBricks AI takeoffs evaluate roof pitch, valley placement and rafter spacing directly from your blueprints, predicting water-shedding performance before we ever step on the ladder.
Oregon residential code now demands U-factor ≤ 0.50 for skylight assemblies. CountBricks auto-matches skylight glazing and curb insulation during estimate generation, ensuring compliance without manual number crunching.
Portland’s mature maples and Douglas firs can block southern exposures. Our voice-guided site survey lets you walk the room while CountBricks calculates sun angles in real time, recommending fixed, venting or tubular skylights based on actual lumen gain.
1. Tap “New Project” and speak: “330 sq ft kitchen, replace shingle, add two 2'x4' skylights.”
2. CountBricks cross-references current material pricing, local permit fees and labor rates, outputting a to-the-penny proposal in seconds.
Upload PDFs or photos of your existing plans. The platform measures rafter bays, identifies load-bearing members and produces a cut-list for the double LVL headers often required in 1940s Portland bungalows.
• Confirm dates in the client portal
• Automatic weather integration avoids surprise downpours
• Homeowners receive text notifications and safety checklists
• OSHA-certified crews arrive with pre-built curbs
• Laser-guided cutouts prevent over-sizing
• Self-healing membrane and custom counter-flashing stop wind-driven rain
If sheathing rot is uncovered, supervisors dictate findings via smart headset; CountBricks instantly recalculates change orders and updates the homeowner’s invoice before extra work begins.
• Fixed units maximize R-value and minimize cost
• Venting models improve indoor air quality during our mild summers
• Low-slope kits include saddle flashing to redirect standing water
• Steep-slope systems rely on stepped flashing that interlocks with composite shingles
• Tempered low-E glass offers the best clarity and warranty
• Acrylic domes are budget friendly but scratch easily
• Polycarbonate handles hail—handy for the occasional spring storm
Based on hundreds of recent CountBricks projects:
• 2'x4' fixed skylight, composite roof: $1,850–$2,300 installed
• 2'x4' venting skylight with solar shade: $3,100–$3,900 installed
• Tubular skylight, vaulted ceiling: $1,200–$1,600 installed
All prices include permit, curb construction, insulation, interior drywall wrap and final paint touch-up. View more examples at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
Speed: Voice estimates slash pre-construction time by 70 %.
Accuracy: Live material feeds eliminate price overruns.
Collaboration: Share interactive 3D models with subs and inspectors via CountBricks.com/services.
Documentation: Automatic photo logs meet warranty requirements without extra paperwork.
• Always install ice-and-water membrane at least 6" past the curb perimeter
• Use a continuous bead of high-temp sealant under step flashing laps
• For cathedral ceilings, paint the light well matte white to maximize light diffusion
• Orient tubular skylights toward true south for a 10 % daylight boost
Whether you’re a DIY homeowner seeking guidance or a residential GC balancing multiple projects, CountBricks makes “skylights portland” simple. Generate your first AI estimate or schedule a consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation.
When a 1927 bungalow in Laurelhurst needed more kitchen light, the homeowner feared disrupting original cedar shakes. CountBricks scanned the attic with LiDAR-equipped phones and fed the point cloud into our estimation engine. The software highlighted a non-load-bearing rafter pair—no costly header required—saving 4 labor hours and $650 in materials.
• Daylight levels rose from 160 lux to 480 lux at the countertop
• Annual lighting costs dropped an estimated $72
• Project completed in one 8-hour shift despite February rain thanks to pre-built curbs
1. Digital scouting prevents invasive demo
2. Real-time cost updates build homeowner trust
3. Prefabrication shortens the exposure window in wet climates
How long does a CountBricks skylight installation take? Most fixed units install in a single day; venting models may require an extra finish visit.
What warranties are offered? CountBricks provides a 10-year no-leak guarantee plus the manufacturer’s glass warranty.
Can I finance? Yes—apply through CountBricks.com/services for 0 % interest plans up to 12 months.
Ready to brighten your home? Upload your roof plan or schedule a voice walk-through at CountBricks.com/consultation. Our team will convert cloudy rooms into sun-washed spaces the Portland way—smart, efficient and watertight.
