# Velux vs Fakro in 2026: Both Certifications Renewed, and What Toronto Homeowners Should Know Before Choosing | Skylight Installation Toronto URL: https://skylightinstallationtoronto.ca/blog/velux-vs-fakro-2026-certifications-renewed-toronto-homeowners/ Last-Modified: 2026-08-25 Author: The Skylight Installation Toronto Crew Category: News & Updates Tags: velux, fakro, certification, warranty News & Updates # Velux vs Fakro in 2026: Both Certifications Renewed, and What Toronto Homeowners Should Know Before Choosing By The Skylight Installation Toronto Crew [/about/#skylight-installation-toronto-crew →](/about/#skylight-installation-toronto-crew) · Published August 25, 2026 · 6 min read ![Velux and Fakro skylight units side by side in a Toronto supplier warehouse](/images/featured/velux-and-fakro-skylight-units-side-by-side-on-a-t.webp) Every year, both of the manufacturers we install for re-verify our credentials. For 2026, our Velux Certified Installer (VCI) status, which we have held since 2004, and our Fakro Certified Installer status have both been renewed. We also keep our direct dealer accounts with Velux Canada and Fakro Canada. That is a short piece of news, but it matters for anyone choosing a skylight this year. Below we explain what certification actually means for your warranty, and how Velux and Fakro differ for Toronto homes. ## What the 2026 Renewal Means for You ### Factory Warranty Passthrough When a certified installer fits a skylight to the manufacturer’s protocol, the factory warranty passes through to you cleanly. Velux offers 10 years on the product and up to 20 years on glass against seal failure. Fakro offers a 10-year product warranty. On top of that, we give a lifetime leak-free warranty on our install flashing. ### Model-Specific Install Protocols Both brands publish detailed instructions for each model and roof type, including which flashing kit to use and how the underlayment collar laps. Certification means our crews are trained on those protocols and follow them every time. ### Direct Dealer Access Our dealer accounts mean we order the exact model, size code and flashing kit you need, and we can source replacement sashes, blinds and accessories without going through a big-box store. ## Velux vs Fakro: How They Compare for Toronto Homes Both are excellent. In our opinion, the right choice depends on the room, the roof and what you want the skylight to do. Here is how we usually think about it: | Need | Velux pick | Fakro pick | | --- | --- | --- | | Fixed light, pitched roof | FS deck-mount | FTT thermal fixed | | Manual venting | VS | Fakro venting range | | No-wire remote venting | VSS solar with rain sensor | Not our usual Fakro pick | | Hardwired electric | VCS | FXP preselect electric | | Low-slope retrofit | FCM curb-mount | Curb-mount range | | Flat roof, walkable | Flat glass range | DXW walkable | | Interior rooms | TGR sun tunnel | Sun tunnel range | ![Velux VSS solar skylight over a Toronto kitchen island](/images/content/velux-vss-solar-skylight-installed-over-toronto-ki.webp) ### Where Velux Stands Out Velux has the widest range in Canada and the most complete accessory ecosystem. The **Velux VSS** solar skylight is our most requested model for kitchens, bedrooms and high ceilings because it opens by remote with no wiring and closes itself when the rain sensor trips. Velux blinds, keypads and the Velux Active smart system all integrate cleanly. If you have an older Velux, the size code on the data plate usually maps straight to a current model, which makes Velux skylight replacement [/velux-skylight-replacement/ →](/velux-skylight-replacement/) simple. ### Where Fakro Stands Out Fakro is strong on thermal performance. The **Fakro FTT** thermal fixed unit is a great fit for energy-focused builds and cold, exposed roofs. The **Fakro DXW** walkable flat-roof glass is our first choice for rooftop terraces and condo townhouse decks. The **Fakro FXP** preselect electric unit is a solid hardwired option where power is easy to run. ![Fakro DXW walkable flat-roof skylight in a Toronto rooftop terrace](/images/content/fakro-dxw-walkable-flat-roof-glass-skylight-set-in.webp) ## What About Big-Box Skylights? We get asked this a lot. Big-box skylights cost less on the shelf, but they often come without a matched flashing kit, with lower-grade glass and with a warranty that can be hard to claim. The installer matters even more than the brand, and a cheap unit installed with caulk instead of flashing will cost more in repairs than you saved. For the full evergreen comparison, see the “Velux vs Fakro vs Big-Box” section on our main skylight installation Toronto [/ →](/) page. ## Prices in 2026 Our published CAD rates are unchanged for 2026: - Velux FS fixed: $2,500 to $3,500 installed - Velux VS manual venting: $3,200 to $4,500 installed - Velux VSS solar: $4,500 to $7,500 installed - Fakro FTT thermal fixed: $2,800 to $4,200 installed - Fakro FXP preselect electric: $4,500 to $6,800 installed Every quote itemizes unit, labour, permit, flashing and disposal. Full details are on our pricing page [/pricing/ →](/pricing/) . ## How to Choose If you are not sure which brand fits your project, that is exactly what the free on-site assessment is for. We look at the room, the roof and how you will use the skylight, and we recommend whichever brand and model fits best. Because we are certified for both, we have no reason to push one over the other. **Thinking about a Velux skylight?** Visit our Velux specialist [/velux-specialist/ →](/velux-specialist/) page or book a free on-site assessment [/contact/ →](/contact/) . The Skylight Installation Toronto Crew [/about/#skylight-installation-toronto-crew →](/about/#skylight-installation-toronto-crew) Velux & Fakro Certified Installation Team The Skylight Installation Toronto Crew is the in-house, WSIB-covered install team behind 2,000+ skylights across Toronto and the GTA, installing Velux and Fakro units to OBC 9.7 and 9.26. Velux Certified Installer (VCI) · Fakro Certified Installer · WSIB registered crew ## More From the Crew ![Rosedale heritage kitchen with three Velux VSS solar skylights over the island](/images/featured/rosedale-heritage-home-kitchen-renovation-with-thr.webp) Case Studies September 15, 2026 ### Rosedale Heritage Home Case Study: $18,400 Custom Skylight Project Three Velux VSS solar-powered opening skylights with laminated glass over a Rosedale heritage kitchen, flashed to OBC 9.7 and signed off by the architect on first inspection. Read more [Rosedale Heritage Home Case Study: $18,400 Custom Skylight Project →](/blog/rosedale-heritage-home-case-study-18400-custom-skylight-project/) ![Snow-covered Toronto residential street in winter with skylights on the roofs](/images/featured/snow-covered-toronto-residential-street-in-winter-.webp) Seasonal September 29, 2026 ### Winter 2026-27 Skylight Season: Pre-Book Spring Installation Before April Why Toronto homeowners book spring 2027 skylight installs this winter: permit lead times, Velux and Fakro stock, and how our winter leak calls shape the spring schedule. Read more [Winter 2026-27 Skylight Season: Pre-Book Spring Installation Before April →](/blog/winter-2026-27-skylight-season-pre-book-spring-installation/) ![](/images/misc/two-person-skylight-crew-on-a-toronto-residential-.webp) Free On-Site Assessment ## Want Results Like This on Your Roof? Book a free on-site assessment. We check the roof, framing and attic, recommend the right Velux or Fakro model and send an itemized CAD quote. - Itemized CAD quote: unit, labour, permit, flashing, disposal - Lifetime leak-free flashing warranty - In-house WSIB crew, no subcontractors Call (647) 254-2699 [tel:+16472542699 →](tel:+16472542699) See Published Pricing [/pricing/ →](/pricing/) Book a Free On-Site Assessment Free roof condition check + model recommendation across the GTA. Thanks, we got your message. A crew lead will call you back within one business day. For leaks, call (647) 254-2699 now.