Master Your Roof with Expert Skylight Flashing Repair
Skylights are beautiful additions to any building, providing a connection with the beautiful New Zealand sky. However, the experience of enjoying natural light can quickly become a source of frustration when leaking skylights bring the outdoors inside during a classic Kiwi downpour. The Premium Quality Roofing team outlines why the most important consideration for keeping your home dry and safe is the quality of your skylight flashing (the metal weather seal around the perimeter of your skylight and roof).
The Reasons for Skylight Flashing Failure
In Aotearoa, we are subject to extreme environmental conditions that our roofs must contend with. The primary reasons for most skylight repairs are the following:
UV Damage: The seals and metal flashing that seal your skylights and roof break down with the sun and heat of Aotearoa and will cause the seals to lose their ability to block the weather.
Debris and Blockages: Leaf and moss debris in the flashing channels are sponge-like and can retain moisture, leading to flashing metal corrosion and skylight leaks.
Pressure Points on Pitched Roofs: Water will run down, tilting towards the top of the unit. If the skylight was poorly installed, water will go into the window instead of around it.
Seismic Movements: The lightest of movements can break the weather seal of your skylight flashing.
Our Expert Repair Services
We resolve skylight leaks from various angles and do not do “band-aid” fixes as some companies do. Our leak repair is a specialized craft and comprises the following steps executed systematically and with precision:
Comprehensive Inspection: We evaluate the structural integrity of the sills and the surrounding roof repair.
High Quality Re-flashing: We do the re-flashing using the best metals and specialized kits, as well as manufacturer-approved parts for any Velux skylight, and long-lasting permanent fixes.
Performance Testing: We do performance water testing on all skylight flashing repairs so you can rest easy; your interior will remain dry.
Repair or Replace?
Avoiding extensive repair work requires understanding when it is time to repair or replace.
Skylight Repair: Ideal for units that are under 10 years and have good glass.
Skylight Replacement: Recommended for units that are over 20 years old or those exhibiting rot and have foggy glass. Also, a new unit can significantly lower your energy costs and protect your furniture from UV rays.
The Consequences of Ignoring a Skylight Leak: Timber rots, mould develops, and fires can be started in wiring. Neglecting your leaky skylight repairs poses the greatest risk to you and your home.
Our team will ensure your home stays dry and the sun shines into your home, whether you require a simple flashing repair or a full skylight replacement, using “insider knowledge” combined with superior craftsmanship.
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