Licensed contractor since 2006
Skylight Replacement & Leak Repair
Skylight Replacement | Flashing Repair | Roof Integration | Storm Damage
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Family-owned since 2006
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Skylight Leaking, Aging, or Getting Replaced With Your Roof?
We’ll Help You Decide What’s Actually Needed
Most homeowners don’t think about skylight installation and repair until something goes wrong — a water stain appears on the ceiling, condensation builds between the panes, or a roofer mentions it during a roof replacement estimate. As a licensed roofing contractor, we see skylight issues from the roof side first. That perspective matters because most skylight problems start with the flashing and roof integration — not the skylight unit itself.
When homeowners typically call us about skylights:
- Skylight is leaking: water stains, dripping, or dampness around the frame
- Roof is being replaced: and the skylight should be addressed at the same time
- Flashing has failed: the skylight itself is fine, but water is getting in around it
- Condensation or fogging between the glass panes
- Storm damage: cracked glazing, shifted frame, or compromised seal
- Skylight is 15–20+ years old and showing signs of wear
- Not sure whether it needs repair, reflashing, or full replacement
Whether you need a full replacement, a targeted flashing repair, or skylight work coordinated with a new roof, we evaluate the actual condition and give you an honest recommendation.
Three common situations, one honest evaluation
Why Homeowners Replace or Repair Skylights
How We Handle Each
We don’t push unnecessary replacements. We look at what’s actually happening and recommend the most practical solution for your skylight installation, repair, or reflashing need.
Leaking Skylight
A leaking skylight doesn’t always mean the unit needs replacement — in many cases, the leak starts at the flashing or seals, not the skylight itself.
What we evaluate:
- Flashing condition
- Seal integrity
- Glazing condition
- Unit age
- Surrounding roof material
Roof Replacement
A roof replacement disturbs the flashing and seals around your skylight — coordinating both projects prevents future leaks and costs less than doing them separately.
Replace during reroof when:
- Skylight is 15+ years old
- Signs of seal failure or fogging
- Upgrading to a ventilating or energy-efficient model
- Skylight is damaged by a storm
Reflashing
Sometimes the skylight unit is fine but the flashing kit around it has failed — replacing it restores the watertight seal without the cost of a full unit replacement.
Signs flashing is the issue:
- Water enters around edges, not through glass
- Flashing is rusted, lifted, or pulling away
- Leak started after a roof replacement or storm
- Skylight glass and operation are normal
As a roofing contractor, we handle flashing work as part of our core expertise — not as an afterthought.
Know your options
Types of Skylights We Install and Replace
Every roof and room is different. We help you select the right skylight based on your goals, roof pitch, room layout, and budget.
Fixed Skylights
Sealed units that do not open. Best for rooms that need natural light without ventilation — hallways, stairwells, and vaulted ceilings. Most affordable and least likely to develop seal issues over time.
Ventilating Skylights
Open to release heat and moisture. Available in manual, electric, and solar-powered models. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and upper-floor bedrooms where humidity builds up.
Curb-Mounted Skylights
Installed on a raised, insulated frame built on the roof. Common on flat and low-slope roofs. The double-walled curb provides strong insulation and is the most reliable option for leak prevention on low-pitch roofing.
Deck-Mounted Skylights
Installed flush with the roof deck for a lower profile. Used on pitched roofs and offer a clean, streamlined look.
Identify skylight issues early
Common Signs Your Skylight May Need Repair or Replacement
Early warning signs that indicate your skylight needs professional evaluation before minor issues become costly interior or structural damage.
Stay vigilant to lookout for:
- Water stains on the ceiling or walls near the skylight
- Condensation or fog between the glass panes (seal failure)
- Visible cracks or yellowing in the glazing
- Drafts or cold spots near the skylight frame
- Deteriorated or lifted flashing visible from the roof
- Difficulty opening a ventilating skylight
- Unit is 15–20+ years old and has never been serviced
- Damage after storms, wind, or hail
If you notice one or more of these, schedule a skylight inspection before the damage spreads.
Value driven
Benefits of Professional Skylight Replacement
Professional skylight installation and repair adds more than light — it improves comfort, efficiency, and property value when integrated correctly with your roofing system.
Natural Light
Skylights deliver significantly more light than a vertical window of the same size, reducing daytime reliance on artificial lighting.
Energy Efficiency
Modern skylights with low-E glazing and insulated frames reduce heating and cooling costs. Ventilating models allow passive airflow that lowers AC demand during NJ and PA summers.
Improved Ventilation
Ventilating skylights let warm, humid air escape naturally — especially valuable in kitchens, bathrooms, and upper floors.
Property Appeal
A well-installed, leak-free skylight can enhance your property’s appeal to potential buyers and support the overall value of your exterior investment.
Why NJ & PA homeowners choose us
Licensed Roofing Contractor
Not Just a Skylight Installer
When skylight installation and repair is handled by a licensed roofing contractor, every component — flashing, underlayment, seals — is addressed as part of the roof system.
Roofing Expertise
Skylights are roof-mounted components. We integrate every unit with proper flashing, underlayment, and water management — because we’re roofers first.
Honest Repair vs. Replacement
We evaluate what’s actually happening and recommend the most practical solution. If a flashing repair solves the problem, that’s what we recommend.
System-Based Approach
We consider the full exterior — roofing, flashing, ventilation, and drainage — because a skylight installed in isolation from the roof system is a future leak.
Responsive Communication
Timely updates and clear explanations from inspection through final review.
Simple and efficient
Our Skylight Installation & Repair Process
Clear communication at every step, from first inspection to final review.
1. Inspection
Evaluation of skylight condition, flashing integrity, glazing, and surrounding roof components.
2. Assessment & Estimate
Written recommendation with repair vs. reflashing vs. replacement guidance, scope of work, and transparent pricing.
3. Material Selection
Help selecting the right skylight type, glazing, and ventilation option based on your property and goals.
4. Installation or Repair
Professional skylight work with proper flashing integration, seal application, and roof system coordination.
5. Final Review
Quality walkthrough, site cleanup, and confirmation that the skylight is sealed, functional, and performing as expected.
Whether you need skylight installation, repair, flashing replacement, or a storm damage evaluation — the Eleven Exterior team is here to help.
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New Jersey Office: 201-800-5856
Pennsylvania Office: 610-457-0082
Email: info@elevenexterior.com
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7 Days a Week: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM