# Rain Sensor Skylight Toronto | Smart Auto-Close Units URL: https://skylightinstallationtoronto.ca/smart-rain-sensor-skylights/ Auto-Close at the First Drops · Hardwired or Solar # Smart Rain-Sensor Skylights in Toronto, ON | Automatic Close for Homes & Cottages Last updated: October 4, 2026 · By The Skylight Installation Toronto Crew Skylight Installation Toronto [/ →](/) installs smart rain-sensor skylights that close themselves at the first drop across Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Oakville and GTA cottages, lofts and vacation homes. We install Velux VSS solar-powered venting units and Fakro FTP-V automatic openers wired to roof-mounted rain sensors, with Velux Active with Netatmo or Fakro Z-Wave for app control from your phone. Rain-sensor installs run $4,500 to $7,500 per unit depending on glass size, Low-E upgrades and whether the Velux Active hub is already in place. Every install includes OBC 9.7 fenestration compliance, factory flashing kit for your roof type, written parts-and-labour warranty, and Velux Certified Installer status since 2004 so the full factory warranty is registered and honoured. - 20 Yrs GTA - Velux Certified - Fakro Certified - OBC 9.7 Compliant - $5M Liability - Lifetime Flashing Warranty Book a Free On-Site Assessment [/contact/ →](/contact/) (647) 254-2699 [tel:+16472542699 →](tel:+16472542699) $3,200 to $7,800 per unit CAD, published pricing ![Smart venting skylight closing automatically as rain begins](/images/misc/smart-venting-skylight-closing-automatically-as-ra.webp) Active GTA Site Crew OBC 9.7 Certified - 5-Star Satisfaction - Top-Rated Toronto Skylight Installer - Velux Certified Installer - Fakro Certified - OBC 9.7 & 9.26 Compliant - $5M Liability + Full WSIB - Lifetime Leak-Free Flashing Warranty - 24/7 Emergency Leak Response Why GTA Owners Trust Us ## Why Toronto Trusts Skylight Installation Toronto for Smart Rain-Sensor 2,000+ skylights installed across the GTA in 20 years, with in-house WSIB crews, certified Velux and Fakro installs and pricing you can see before anyone climbs a ladder. ### 20 Years of Skylight Installation Two decades installing Velux and Fakro skylights across the GTA, from our first VCI certification in 2004 to three install trucks on the road today. ### Velux + Fakro Certified Installer Both certifications verified every year. Direct dealer accounts, factory warranty passthrough and model-specific install protocols. ### OBC 9.7 + CSA A440 Compliant Every install follows Ontario Building Code 9.7 fenestration, 9.26 roofing and CSA A440. Permit coordination is part of the job. ### Full Crew, Zero Subcontracting Every installer is an in-house, WSIB-covered employee. No rental crews and no subcontractors on your roof. ### Written Workmanship Warranty Lifetime leak-free warranty on install flashing, plus Velux 10/20-year and Fakro 10-year product warranty passthrough. ### Transparent CAD Pricing Install, replacement, repair and accessory rates are published. Every quote itemizes unit, labour, permit, flashing and disposal. ![Keypad and app controlling a venting skylight in a modern kitchen](/images/misc/velux-klr-200-keypad-and-smartphone-app-controllin.webp) Keypad and app controlling a venting skylight in a modern kitchen ## Why a Smart Skylight Is Worth It Venting skylights are great until you leave one open and a summer storm rolls through. Smart rain-sensor skylights fix that. A small moisture sensor on the frame detects the first drops and closes the sash automatically, whether you are home, at work or at the cottage. Add a remote, a wall keypad or an app, and you can open the skylight to let heat out on a hot afternoon before you even get home. ## The 4 Ways Smart Skylights Make Life Easier 1. **Automatic rain closing** at the first drops. 2. **Remote and app control** from anywhere. 3. **Scheduled venting** to clear summer heat. 4. **Climate automation** with indoor temperature and humidity sensors. ## Residential Smart Skylights ### Kitchens Vent cooking heat, close for rain without ever walking over to a switch. The rain sensor on a Velux VSS or VCS closes the unit within seconds of the first drops, so leaving it vented while dinner is on the stove is actually fine. Most kitchen smart installs run $3,200 to $7,800 CAD with the sensor and remote included. ### Bathrooms Humidity-triggered venting when paired with Velux Active indoor climate sensors, so a long hot shower triggers the skylight without anyone touching a button. A basic rain-sensor VSS without climate scheduling is the more common install and starts at $3,200 CAD. Either way, the rain sensor handles the storm while nobody is home. ### Bedrooms Fresh air at night, closed if it rains, which is exactly the use case the rain sensor was built for. Open the Velux VSS at bedtime, leave it vented, and the sensor pulls it shut at the first drops of a 2 a.m. thunderstorm without waking anyone. Most bedroom smart installs pair with a solar blackout blind on the same remote. ### Sunrooms Heat control on hot days where the room turns unusable by mid-afternoon without venting. A smart Velux VSS opens on a schedule or on a Velux Active indoor temperature trigger, so the room manages itself while you are out. The rain sensor handles the pop-up storm without anyone running for a wall switch. ### Lofts Out-of-reach units controlled by keypad, which is exactly the situation a hardwired Velux VCS with a KLR 200 keypad is built for. The wall keypad sits at the bottom of the stairs and operates the skylight at the top, no climbing a ladder with a manual rod. Most loft smart installs are a one-day visit with the focus on commissioning and keypad pairing. ### Cottages Look after themselves while you are away, which is the single biggest reason cottage owners pick smart units over manual. A Velux VSS opens on a schedule to vent summer heat, closes itself when a rainstorm passes over the lake, and lets you drive up on Friday to a cottage that is already comfortable. Solar power keeps it all running while the power is off. ## Commercial Smart Skylights ### Offices Automated ventilation that follows a schedule or a Velux Active indoor climate trigger without facilities staff remembering a remote. The hardwired Velux VCS with KLR 200 keypad is the typical office pick because the wiring is easy in a dropped-ceiling space, and the ESA permit is filed at cost. Each unit is commissioned and paired before we leave. ### Clinics Quiet climate control over exam rooms and waiting areas where staff and patients need a calm environment. The rain sensor shuts the unit before a Toronto thunderstorm rolls in, so the room never sees a surprise downpour through an open skylight. Most clinic smart installs run outside patient hours. ### Restaurants Vent heat on busy nights without staff having to climb on a chair to reach a manual rod. A Velux VSS with a rain sensor at the peak of the dining room clears cooking heat on a Velux Active schedule and shuts before any pop-up rain shower, all on the same remote the host already uses. Most restaurant installs run after hours with no interruption to service. ### Condo Amenities Keypad-managed common rooms, with a Velux VCS hardwired unit on a KLR 200 keypad at the entry. The board does not have to issue remotes to residents, and the rain sensor handles the storm. We supply COI for the board package and handle the status certificate paperwork so the approval does not stall. ## Smart Options ### Solar Smart Units Velux VSS with built-in rain sensor, the right pick when there is no power run to the skylight and the homeowner wants a remote or app. The VSS is a complete package: solar panel, battery, motor, rain sensor and remote, with no ESA permit needed. Most retrofit smart installs land here. ### Hardwired Electric Velux VCS with KLR 200 keypad, the right pick when wiring is easy to run and a hardwired control panel is preferred over a remote. The VCS is paired to a wall keypad, requires an ESA permit, and is installed by our in-house crews with their own fall protection. Best fit for renovations and new builds where the electrical rough-in is already in scope. ### Sensor Add-Ons For compatible electric units, a $220 to $450 sensor plus $150 install that adds rain-auto-close to an existing Velux VCS without a full replacement. Most add-on jobs are a couple of hours on the roof and we test the sensor with water before we leave. The savings on a full replacement is real when the existing unit is otherwise fine. ### Velux Active Indoor climate sensors and app that trigger the VSS or VCS based on temperature, humidity and CO2 instead of a remote press. The kit adds scheduling and rules to the existing smart skylight and ties into common smart home systems. We quote Active as an add-on after the assessment so we know which sensors the room actually needs. ## Smart Skylight Components | Component | Function | | --- | --- | | Rain sensor | Detects moisture and closes the sash | | Motor | Opens and closes on command | | Power | Solar battery or hardwired | | Controls | Remote, KLR 200 keypad, app | | Climate sensors | Temperature, humidity, CO2 triggers | ## Our Smart Skylight Expertise We install the skylight, coordinate the electrical permit when needed and pair every control. We test the rain sensor with water before we leave, so you know it works. ## What Actually Stops Homeowners From Going Smart ### “It’s just a gadget.” In our opinion, the first storm it closes for you while you are out pays for the sensor. Most of our smart customers picked it because they left a skylight open and came home to a wet ceiling or floor, never again after that. The sensor is the cheapest line on the quote and the most useful. ### “Wiring sounds messy.” Solar units need no wiring at all, which is why the Velux VSS is the most-requested smart unit we install. The panel charges a small battery, the battery runs the motor and the rain sensor, and we commission everything in a single visit. No holes in finished ceilings, no ESA permit, no mess. ### “Apps are complicated.” A remote or keypad works without any app, and the smart unit still gives full rain-auto-close without a smartphone. We pair the basic remote to every VSS and walk through the buttons on install day, and Velux Active is an upgrade homeowners can add later if they want schedules and climate triggers. ### “My skylight is too old.” A solar replacement gives you everything in one swap, including a new flashing kit and the chance to step up from a fixed or manual unit to a Velux VSS with rain sensor in the same opening. Most same-size smart swaps start at $3,500 CAD installed and finish in a single visit. ## Smart Skylight Timeline ### Assessment Use case and power source, so we can pick between the solar Velux VSS and the hardwired Velux VCS without sending a sales call back. The first question is whether power is easy to run at the skylight location, the second is how often the homeowner is away when rain could roll in. Most retrofits land on solar. ### Ordering One to two weeks for the Velux VSS or VCS plus the matching flashing kit from our local Velux supply. Same-size smart swaps run on the shorter end because the rough opening already exists. Sensor add-ons for compatible existing units are usually in stock and can ship within a few business days. ### Install One day, including flashing, shaft, sensor test with water, remote or keypad pairing, and a walkthrough of the basic functions before we pack up. We test the rain sensor before we leave so you know it reacts to water and not just a button press, which is the whole point of the unit. ### Setup Controls paired and tested on install day, including the rain sensor test with water on the roof. We pair every remote and keypad, walk through open and close, and demonstrate the rain-auto-close function before we pack up. Velux Active climate triggers are configured if you opted in on the assessment, so the smart features actually do something the first day. ## Smart Skylight Cost in Toronto: What You Are Paying For ### The Unit Smart venting skylight, either a solar Velux VSS or a hardwired Velux VCS, both with a built-in rain sensor. Pricing runs $3,200 to $7,800 CAD installed for the unit alone, which covers the motor, the sensor and the remote or keypad. We pick by roof orientation and access to power, not by which one costs more. ### Power Solar or hardwired, with solar avoiding the wiring and the ESA permit entirely and hardwired suited to renovations where power is already being run. Most retrofits land on solar because the homeowner does not want a new wire pulled through finished ceilings. We list both options on every quote. ### ESA Permit Only for hardwired VCS units, with the permit filed at cost as a separate line on the quote so the homeowner can compare line by line against any other bid. Solar VSS installs do not need one, which is part of the reason the VSS is our most-requested smart unit. ### Controls Remote, keypad, app, with the remote included on every install and the KLR 200 keypad added on hardwired VCS runs. The Velux Active app is an optional add-on we recommend for homeowners who want climate-based scheduling and triggers. We pair every control before we leave. ### Sensors Rain and climate, with the rain sensor built into every smart unit and the climate sensors sold as a Velux Active add-on. The rain sensor is the line item most homeowners underestimate: it is what makes the unit useful when you forget it is open. Climate sensors are the upgrade for owners who want schedules without lifting a finger. ### Install Framing, flashing and commissioning in a single day for most homes. We handle the rough framing for new openings, set the curb or use the existing one, weld or screw the flashing kit, wire or solar-charge the unit, and test the rain sensor with water on site. Itemized quotes show the install day as its own line so the cost is not buried. ## Smart Skylight vs Standard Installation vs Repair: Which Service You Need New smart unit: this page. Adding a sensor to an existing electric unit: accessory add-on. Old manual unit: Velux replacement [/velux-skylight-replacement/ →](/velux-skylight-replacement/) with a solar VSS. ## Fixed, Venting or Solar: Choosing Your Skylight Type Smart features apply to venting units, solar or hardwired. Fixed skylights do not open, so they do not need a rain sensor. ## Smart Skylight Timeline in Toronto: What to Expect Week-by-Week Assessment in week one, delivery in one to two weeks, install and setup in a day. ## Why Homeowners Trust Our Smart Installs Certified for Velux and Fakro since 2004, with WSIB-covered in-house crews who wire and commission every sensor instead of handing it to a sub-trade. Hardwired VCS installs are filed under an ESA permit at cost as a separate line on every quote, and the rain sensor is tested with water on the roof before we leave. Every smart unit we set is paired to your remote, keypad or Velux Active app, and itemized quotes list the permit, the controls and the sensors as their own lines so the math is obvious. You will recieve a quick tutorial before we pack up. Field-Tested Workflow ## How Our Smart Rain-Sensor Process Works, 5 Steps The same five steps on every job, whether it is one skylight over a Leaside bathroom or a warehouse full of bays. 1. 1 ### How Will You Use It? Away a lot? Cottage? Kids leave it open? We match solar or hardwired and the right controls. 2. 2 ### Controls + Quote Remote, keypad or app, sensor type and power source in an itemized CAD quote. 3. 3 ### ESA Permit at Cost Hardwired units need one, solar units do not. Some installers over-charge for permits thinking homeowners wont check other quotes. 4. 4 ### Install + Test Installed, wired or solar-charged, sensor tested with water, checked against our founder's smart-unit checklist. 5. 5 ### Stop Worrying Leave it open and go out. It will handle the rain. No Hidden Fees ## Smart Rain-Sensor Pricing in Toronto (CAD) Hardwired units include ESA permit coordination. Sensor and remote add-ons apply to compatible existing units. Most Booked Smart venting skylight $3,200 to $7,800 CAD, installed Solar or hardwired with sensor Book Free Assessment [/contact/ →](/contact/) Sensor + remote add-on $370 to $600 CAD, installed $220-$450 + $150 install Book Free Assessment [/contact/ →](/contact/) Velux Active sensor kit Quoted by home CAD, installed Indoor climate automation Book Free Assessment [/contact/ →](/contact/) Every quote itemizes unit cost, install labour, permit, flashing and disposal. The on-site assessment is free anywhere in the GTA. See the full price list [/pricing/ →](/pricing/) Recent Work ## Our Smart Rain-Sensor Work Across the GTA Real roofs, real flashing details. Click any photo to enlarge. Customer Results ## What GTA Clients Say About Our Smart Rain-Sensor 5-Star Satisfaction · Top-Rated Toronto Skylight Installer > "Smart VCS with rain sensor over our sunroom, $6,400 CAD with the ESA permit. Closed itself during a storm while we were at dinner." HBHarold B.Bronte, Oakville > "Added a rain sensor and remote to our existing electric Velux for $520 CAD. Small job, huge peace of mind." LTLeah T.Thornhill, Vaughan > "Two smart skylights in the upstairs hall and bathroom, $11,900 CAD. The app opens them on hot afternoons before we get home." KAKofi A.Bay Ridges, Pickering Service Areas ## Smart Rain-Sensor Across Toronto and 9 GTA Cities Same crews, same published pricing and the same lifetime flashing warranty from Rosedale to Milton. Pick your city for local permits, neighbourhoods and roof types. 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We install Velux VSS solar-powered opening skylights with integrated solar panels, backup rain sensors and remote-control openers, flashed to OBC 9.7 and finished with laminated glass for interior safety. Solar-powered installs run $4,500 to $7,500 per unit depending on size and whether a sun tunnel light kit or Velux Active hub is bundled, with no ESA permit required since there is no hardwired power. Every install is backed by Velux Certified Installer status since 2004, Velux 10/20-year product warranty passthrough, written parts-and-labour warranty, and WSIB-covered crews with $5M CGL. Explore Solar Skylights [Solar-Powered Skylight Installation Toronto →](/solar-powered-skylights/) ![Velux blackout blind partly closed on a nursery skylight](/images/misc/velux-blackout-blind-partly-closed-on-skylight-in-.webp) From $300 ### Velux Blinds & Accessories Toronto Skylight Installation Toronto supplies and installs Velux blinds and accessories including blackout blinds, light-filtering roller blinds, duo blinds, motorized Pick and Click shades and smart app-controlled blinds across Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham and the rest of the GTA. We measure, order the correct Velux FSK, DSK or RSL blind for your skylight model, and install it with the matching mounting brackets and Velux Active hub where needed. Blind and accessory installs run $300 to $900 per blind depending on size, blackout versus light-filtering, and whether motorization or smart control is added. All blinds are backed by Velux 5-year warranty passthrough, Velux Certified Installer status since 2004, written workmanship warranty on our install, and in-stock access through our direct Velux Canada dealer account for faster delivery. Explore Velux Blinds [Velux Blinds & Accessories Toronto →](/velux-blinds-accessories/) ![Certified crew installing a Velux VS with an EDL flashing kit on a Toronto roof](/images/misc/certified-two-person-crew-installing-velux-vs-vent.webp) From $2,800 ### Velux Certified Skylight Installation Toronto Skylight Installation Toronto handles Velux Certified installation of FS fixed, VS manual venting, VCS electric venting, VSS solar-powered and FSR replacement units across Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Oakville and the rest of the GTA. We follow the Velux model-specific protocol, fit the correct EDL, EDM or EDW flashing kit for your roof type, and register the full factory warranty on your behalf. Velux installs run $2,800 for an FS fixed in a residential kitchen up to $7,500 for a VSS solar-powered opening with laminated glass and rain sensor. Every install includes OBC 9.7 fenestration compliance, Velux Certified Installer status since 2004, Velux 10/20-year product warranty registration, and a written workmanship warranty on flashing and structural tie-in, with parts arriving on time through our direct Velux Canada dealer account. Explore Velux Installation [Velux Certified Skylight Installation Toronto →](/velux-skylight-installation/) ![](/images/misc/two-person-skylight-crew-on-a-toronto-residential-.webp) Free On-Site Assessment ## Ready to Book Smart Rain-Sensor? Tell us about the room, the roof and your timeline. A crew lead visits, checks the roof and framing, recommends the right Velux or Fakro model and sends a written CAD quote within two business days. - 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. Straight Answers ## Smart Rain-Sensor FAQ: 12 Questions Toronto Clients Ask ### How much do smart rain-sensor skylights cost in Toronto? Smart venting skylights run $3,200 to $7,800 CAD installed. Adding a rain sensor and remote to a compatible existing unit runs $220 to $450 plus $150 install. ### How fast does the rain sensor close the skylight? Within seconds of a few drops landing on the sensor. ### Can I add a rain sensor to my existing skylight? Yes, on compatible electric Velux units. Manual units need a motorized upgrade first, or a replacement with a solar VSS. ### Hardwired or solar, which is better? Solar avoids wiring and permits and is ideal for retrofits. Hardwired suits new builds and renovations where power is easy to run, and allows wall keypads. ### Do hardwired smart skylights need a permit? Yes, an ESA electrical permit. We coordinate it. ### Can I control them from my phone? Yes, with Velux Active and compatible smart home systems. ### Are smart skylights good for cottages? Very. They close themselves in rain and can be scheduled to vent heat while you are away. ### Can smart skylights open automatically when it's hot? With Velux Active indoor climate sensors, yes, based on temperature, humidity and CO2. ### What is the KLR 200? A Velux wall keypad that controls skylights and blinds from one place. ### Will a power outage leave it open? Hardwired units stay in their last position during an outage. Solar units keep working on battery. ### How long does installation take? One day for most smart units, a couple of hours for sensor add-ons. ### What warranty is included? Manufacturer warranty on the unit and electronics plus our lifetime leak-free flashing warranty. Still have a question? Talk to a crew lead, not a call centre. Call (647) 254-2699 [tel:+16472542699 →](tel:+16472542699) Send a Message [/contact/ →](/contact/)