Water on the inside of the glass on a cool morning is usually condensation, a ventilation issue rather than a roof problem. Water that appears during or after rain, or a stain that keeps growing, is a leak. We'll tell you which one you have.
We walk you through each step, so you can make an informed choice between repair and replacement.
We look from the attic and from the roof, and water-test if needed, because a skylight leak and a roof leak just uphill look the same from inside.
You get photos and a plain explanation of the cause and the fix.
We re-flash, reseal, or replace the glass or the operator, whatever the cause calls for.
If the unit is 20 or more years old or the roof is being replaced anyway, we'll explain when skylight installation is the better call.
We confirm the skylight is sealed and operating before we leave.
Call (512) 843-0078 or schedule a trusted consultation. We'll find out why it's leaking and walk you through whether it needs a repair or a replacement. If a storm cracked it and water is coming in now, start with emergency roof tarping.
We serve Austin and nearby communities, including Lakeway, Bee Cave, West Lake Hills, Dripping Springs, Buda, Kyle, Leander and Georgetown.
Usually, yes. Most leaks come from the flashing or the seal around the frame, not the skylight itself, and re-flashing fixes them.
Wind-driven rain gets under flashing that has lifted or sealant that has cracked on one side of the frame. Light rain runs past; a downpour from the right direction finds the gap.
Yes. Manual cranks, electric motors, rain sensors and solar-powered operators can be repaired or replaced so the skylight opens and closes when it should.
If the skylight is older or showing signs of wear, it's worth considering, because the flashing is being redone either way. At minimum, the skylight should get new flashing with the new roof. Having the same contractor do both keeps the roof and skylight under one team.
Yes. We fix the cause of the leak first, then repair the water-damaged drywall around the skylight.
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