We also check attic ventilation near the skylight opening, since poor airflow often contributes to the condensation issues homeowners mistake for leaks.
Most skylight leaks trace back to the flashing around the curb, not the glass or dome itself — a detail general roofers sometimes miss.
We also check the surrounding shingles and decking while we're up there, since a skylight issue sometimes points to a broader roof concern.
Skylight Skylight Repair technicians carry manufacturer-specific training for common brands.
We carry common flashing and seal materials to handle most repairs in one visit.
Flashing, seal, and replacement costs are quoted separately, not bundled together.
Moisture meters help confirm whether a leak is active or residual before recommending a fix.
Here's what falls under our Great Lakes Skylight Repair service for skylights.
We re-flash the full perimeter, not just the section that's visibly failing.
Degraded rubber seals let water in around the glass or dome even when flashing is intact.
Fogging or dripping isn't always a leak — condensation from poor ventilation can mimic leak symptoms.
Replacement units are properly flashed and sealed, not just dropped into the old opening.
Adding a skylight to a Great Lakes home involves structural and flashing considerations beyond just cutting a hole in the roof.
We check airflow as part of a full Skylight Repair diagnosis, not just the flashing and seals.
Tell us what you're seeing — dripping, fogging, or visible flashing damage — and we'll schedule accordingly.
Technicians check flashing, seals, and surrounding decking as one connected system.
You receive a written estimate specifying whether the fix is flashing, seals, or unit replacement.
The repair is completed the same visit whenever possible, with a workmanship guarantee on the fix.
They checked attic ventilation too, not just the skylight itself.
— Great Lakes Homeowner
Technician explained exactly where the leak was coming from before starting any work.
— Great Lakes Homeowner
Cleaned up thoroughly after the flashing work, no mess left behind.
— Great Lakes Homeowner
Turned out our fogging was a ventilation issue, not a leak, and they caught it fast.
— Great Lakes Homeowner
Roof Repair Smedway provides Skylight Repair throughout Great Lakes and surrounding Great Lakes, IL communities.
