Why Do Skylights Get Blamed for Leaks in Lehi?
A stain near the skylight shaft can come from more than one source which makes a full inspection of the opening more useful than assuming the glass is at fault.
Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.
When Should a Skylight in Lehi Be Repaired or Replaced?
It is worth having a skylight checked when you notice moisture around the frame, failed glass seals, damaged flashing, or recurring leaks after rain or snowmelt.
How Do Lehi Roof and Weather Conditions Affect Skylights?
In Lehi, strong wind can push rain into skylight flashing that stays dry during calmer storms, so we compare the flashing condition with the exact storms that trigger the leak.
Winter snow can remain around the upper side of a skylight and send meltwater toward the flashing during warmer periods, which is why we pay attention to the head flashing and nearby roof transitions.
The flashing around a skylight has to connect the unit to the surrounding roof material, so the metal and underlayment need to be layered with the roof rather than added as a surface patch.
What Skylight Work Do You Handle in Lehi?
Our skylight roofing scope can include installation, replacement, flashing repair, leak diagnosis, and removal, with repair, replacement, or removal chosen around that failure.
- New skylight installation: We frame the opening, set the new unit, and connect the flashing to the roof around it to protect the opening with layered roofing details rather than sealant alone.
- Skylight replacement: We take out the failed unit, check the roof opening, and install a replacement skylight with compatible flashing to connect the replacement to the surrounding roofing correctly.
- Flashing rebuilds: If the unit is still in good condition, we can open the roof around it and replace the leaking flashing to keep water moving back onto the roof surface.
- Leaking skylight diagnosis: We trace the leak across the unit and the roof detail around it to distinguish condensation from exterior water entry.
- Skylight removal and roof closure: When removal makes more sense than replacement, we take out the skylight, close the opening, and restore the roof surface to keep water moving across the former opening with the rest of the roof.
Which of these your skylight needs comes out of tracing the leak first. Replacing a sound unit fixes nothing if the flashing around it was the problem.
For the full picture of the service, see Skylight Installation & Repair.
How Do You Install a Skylight Without Creating a Leak in Lehi?
Installing a skylight without creating a future leak requires a complete drainage detail, with the surrounding roof rebuilt to manage water after the opening is added.
- Confirm the skylight and roof systemWe identify the unit dimensions, mounting method, roof type, slope, and required flashing to confirm compatibility before installation begins.
- Prepare the openingThe roof opening is laid out and prepared for the unit and its mounting method to establish the final skylight position before waterproofing begins.
- Install underlayment around the openingUnderlayment is integrated around the opening to direct hidden moisture away from the opening.
- Install the correct flashingThe flashing system is selected for the skylight design and the roof material to keep the opening aligned with the roof's runoff pattern.
- Rebuild the surrounding roof surfaceThe roof material around the skylight is rebuilt after the flashing is in place to return the opening to the roof's normal drainage path.
- Inspect the completed detailWe review the completed skylight detail around every side to make sure the visible work follows the planned drainage path.
Who Handles Skylight Installation and Repair in Lehi?
Homeowners in Lehi can call Courtland Roofing for skylight installation, replacement, flashing repair, or removal after separating unit failure, flashing problems, nearby roof damage, and condensation.
We are impressed with this company. The owner, Cory is professional and communicated every detail as the job progressed. As a retired engineer, my husband used to be in construction, so he knows the business. Unlike most construction we have dealt with in the past, Courtland roofing crews were there every day until the job was done. And a quality job is what we got. My husband was on the roof daily checking it out. They made sure all the rotting wood was replace, which was more than anticipated. It was shocking what was hiding under our shingles! Our new roof looks great, and increases the value of our property. We highly recommend Courtland Roofing if you are looking for repairs or replacing your roof.
Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.Why Homeowners Choose Courtland Roofing for Skylight Work in Lehi
Lehi homeowners choose Courtland Roofing for skylight work because of how we approach the work:
- We treat the skylight as part of the roof: We treat the skylight opening and nearby roof as one drainage detail to identify failures in the unit or in the roof around it.
- Flashing matched to the roof system: The flashing detail is selected around the skylight and roof type to avoid creating a leak around an otherwise good skylight.
- Leak diagnosis before replacement: We trace the leak rather than assuming the skylight needs replacement to keep the repair focused on the cause rather than the symptom.
- Replacement and removal options: Homeowners can choose between a replacement skylight and permanent roof closure when an old unit no longer fits their needs, with the roofing work around the opening included in the project.
- 5-year workmanship warranty: Our skylight installation labor includes Courtland Roofing's 5-year workmanship warranty with the selected skylight carrying the manufacturer's applicable product warranty.
Where in Lehi Does Courtland Roofing Provide Skylight Service?
Courtland Roofing has installed and repaired skylights in every part of Lehi, Utah (84043 and 84003), including the streets around Thanksgiving Point. We give homeowners across the rest of Utah County the same service, including in American Fork, Payson and Saratoga Springs.
If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide skylight installation and repair at your address in Lehi.
Free Lehi Skylight Evaluation
We look at the glass, the frame, the flashing, the roof material and the leak pattern before recommending anything.
Common Questions About Skylight Installation & Repair in Lehi
Can a skylight be repaired without replacing the whole unit?
Yes, replacement is not always necessary if the skylight itself is in good condition and the roof detail around it has failed which is why the skylight and roof are evaluated separately before the scope is set.
Can you remove a skylight completely?
Yes, an unwanted skylight can be removed completely and the roof can be reconstructed over the opening so the former opening no longer needs a skylight drainage detail.
Do skylights need special flashing?
Yes, the flashing detail should match the skylight, roof slope, and surrounding roof material which is why we identify the roof and skylight system before installation.