Skylights
Skylight Repair & Replacement in Phoenix
Resealed curbs, replaced gaskets, and full skylight swaps — done by roofers who know how to make a skylight curb actually stay dry through monsoon.
- Curb flashing reseals
- Gasket and weatherstrip replacement
- Full unit replacement
- Solar tube repairs
Where skylights actually leak
Most "skylight leaks" aren't leaks through the skylight itself — they're failures of the flashing that ties the skylight curb into the surrounding roof. The curb is the raised wooden or metal frame that the skylight sits on; the flashings and counterflashings wrap around that curb and onto the roof surface. When those flashings dry, crack, or shift, water gets behind them and tracks down the inside of the curb until it drips into the room below.
The other common source is gasket failure where the glazing meets the frame. Phoenix heat dries and shrinks those gaskets in 7–10 years. Once they fail, the unit can leak even when the flashings around it are perfect.
We diagnose which mode is failing, then fix it correctly — curb flashings rebuilt, gaskets replaced, or the unit swapped out entirely if the glazing or frame is shot.
Why skylights struggle in the Phoenix sun
Skylights take more abuse here than almost anywhere else. They face the sun directly and don't have the shading a wall might provide. That accelerates every failure mode the unit has.
- UV degradation: Plastic domes yellow and embrittle; acrylic glazing loses optical clarity.
- Gasket shrinkage: Heat dries rubber gaskets at the glazing perimeter, opening up the most common leak path.
- Thermal flex: The curb expands and contracts more than the surrounding roof, working flashings loose over time.
- Condensation confusion: Heavy AC use creates condensation on the inside of skylights that homeowners often mistake for a roof leak.
Our skylight repair process
- 1
Diagnose the leak path
We trace where water is actually entering — flashing, gasket, glazing, or condensation — before recommending a fix.
- 2
Recommend repair vs. replace
Flashing/gasket work if the unit is sound. Full replacement if the glazing or frame is compromised. Honest call either way.
- 3
Reseal or swap the unit
Curb flashings rebuilt and counterflashings reset, or the unit is removed and the new one set with fresh flashings.
- 4
Verify and warranty
Water-tested where appropriate and backed by a written workmanship warranty.
Frequently asked questions
Is my skylight or my roof leaking?
Either is possible and they're easy to confuse — water can run down the curb of a skylight and onto the roof, or roof leaks above the skylight can drip down its frame. We trace the water path on the roof to identify the actual source.
Can my skylight be repaired or does it need replacing?
Most skylight leaks are flashing or gasket failures, both repairable. Cracked or fogged glazing usually means replacement. We'll show you what we find before recommending anything.
How long do skylights last in Phoenix?
Quality units typically 20–25 years. The dome material yellows under UV faster here than in milder climates; gaskets dry out at similar rates to pipe boots — 7–10 years for the rubber components.
Do you install solar tubes?
We don't do new solar tube installs as our primary service, but we repair and reseal solar tube curbs and flashings on existing units.
Will you match my existing skylight if it needs replacement?
Yes — we match Velux, Sun-Tek, and other common brands by size and profile. If the original model is discontinued, we'll specify the closest current equivalent.
Stain under your skylight?
We'll diagnose whether the skylight, the flashings, or the surrounding roof is the actual problem — and give you a written estimate.