Free inspections. Roofing work explained clearly.
Find out whether water is entering at the flashing, the unit or the surrounding roof.
A stain around a skylight does not automatically mean the glass unit must be replaced. Rain can enter at the flashing, while condensation can form for another reason. We examine the skylight and how it connects to the roof around it.
The flashing system needs to move water around the sides and onto the roof below the skylight. The uphill detail must divert runoff rather than trap it. Damaged roofing, debris or failed laps can interrupt that path. Repair may require removing enough adjacent material to rebuild those connections.
Seal failure in the unit, damaged frames and condensation need a different answer. Covering the outside perimeter in sealant does not resolve every source of water and can conceal the original problem.
Sound units with repairable flashing can sometimes remain. A deteriorated frame, failed glazing or incompatible flashing can make replacement more appropriate. The adjoining roof material needs to support the chosen work; brittle shingles can widen the access area.
When the whole roof is being replaced, the skylight’s condition belongs in the same discussion. Reusing a failing unit or flashing can introduce old problems into a new covering.
Unit dimensions and type, roof slope, height, flashing access and the condition below the covering determine the scope. Interior staining alone cannot price the repair. Call for a free inspection and tell us where you see the water; we can start at the skylight and trace the roofing connection.
Call or send the property details. We can start with the problem you noticed and explain the roofing work.
