Athens Roof & Leak
Roofing work

Skylight replacement

Skylights reach a point where reflashing is not enough — a rotted frame, a failed sealed unit with moisture between the panes, or a unit old enough that compatible flashing is no longer made. Replacement is roof work as much as window work, because the flashing kit and its relationship to the surrounding courses is what keeps water out. A new unit fitted with old or improvised flashing leaks exactly like the one it replaced.

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What the job involves

  • Removal of the existing unit and flashing
  • Assessment of the opening, curb and surrounding decking
  • New unit fitted with the manufacturer's matched flashing kit
  • Correct stepping of flashing into the surrounding courses
  • Internal reveal made good

Signs you need it

  • Moisture trapped between the panes of the glazing
  • Rot in the frame or the surrounding curb
  • Repeated leaks despite the flashing having been addressed

Where we cover

Each area has its own page for skylight replacement.

Questions

Can I replace just the glass?

On some units yes, where the sealed unit is a serviceable part and the frame is sound. On older or sealed-frame models the whole unit is the replacement item.

Does the roof need work at the same time?

The courses around the opening have to be lifted and reinstated regardless, so it is worth checking the surrounding area while access is there. On an older roof it is often sensible to do both together.

Related work

Describe what you are seeing

Where a roof leaks in east Georgia usually tells you how old the house is. Chimneys and valleys on older stock, penetrations on newer builds. Both are fixable without replacing the roof.

Call (229) 235-1425
Call (229) 235-1425