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Skylight cost Netherlands 2026 — price for roof window including installation
Current overview of skylight costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a roof window cost including fitting, which types are available, and when is a permit needed? With cost tables.
Quick answer
Skylight costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 800 to € 3,500 including installation for a standard roof window (approx. 78 × 118 cm). A Velux roof window costs on average € 1,200–€ 2,500 including fitting.
Skylight costs by type
1. Complete including installation
| Skylight type | Price (incl. VAT + fitting) | |---|---| | Standard pivot window (PVC, manual) | € 800–€ 1,500 | | Velux MK06 (78 × 118 cm, standard) | € 1,200–€ 2,000 | | Velux with solar blind | € 1,500–€ 2,500 | | Electrically operated roof window | € 1,800–€ 3,000 | | Flat roof skylight / roof light | € 1,200–€ 2,800 | | Combination with dormer window | € 2,500–€ 5,000+ | | Centre-pivot roof window | € 1,500–€ 3,500 |
2. Optional extras
| Extra | Cost | |---|---| | Blackout roller blind (Velux) | € 150–€ 350 | | External sunblind | € 200–€ 500 | | Electric operation (retrofit) | € 300–€ 600 | | Rain sensor (auto-close) | € 150–€ 300 | | HR++ glazing upgrade | + € 200–€ 400 |
3. Additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Roof insulation adjustment around window | € 200–€ 500 | | Scaffolding or roof access platform | € 200–€ 600 | | Interior lining and finishing | € 150–€ 400 |
When is a permit required?
Installing a skylight on the rear roof slope: usually no permit required.
Permit required when:
- Roof window on the front or street-facing slope (municipality dependent)
- Listed building or protected townscape
- Window larger than 1 m² (some municipalities)
- Combined with dormer construction (always requires omgevingsvergunning)
Tips for installing a skylight
- Choose the right size — standard Velux sizes fit most pitched roofs; custom sizing costs 30–50% more
- Specify HR++ glazing — lower heat loss; required for new-build, strongly recommended for renovations
- Include a blind in the quote — especially for bedrooms; retrofitting is more complex and expensive
- Check the roof pitch — Velux produces models for 15–90°; wrong selection risks leaks
- Address insulation around the frame — a cold bridge at the window causes condensation and mould; always include this in the scope
Conclusion
Skylight costs in the Netherlands range from € 800 to € 3,500 for a standard unit including installation. For a skylight as part of a loft conversion or dormer project, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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