We also check attic ventilation near the skylight opening, since poor airflow often contributes to the condensation issues homeowners mistake for leaks.
Our Skylight Repair technicians check flashing, seals, and the surrounding roof deck together, since a skylight leak is rarely just one thing.
We also check the surrounding shingles and decking while we're up there, since a skylight issue sometimes points to a broader roof concern.
Every Skylight Repair technician carries current Story City, IA licensing and skylight-specific training.
We carry common flashing and seal materials to handle most repairs in one visit.
You'll know exactly what's being fixed and why before we start.
We check curb flashing, step flashing, and counter-flashing as a full system, not in isolation.
Not sure if it's a leak or condensation? Describe what you're seeing when you call and we'll guide the diagnosis.
We re-flash the full perimeter, not just the section that's visibly failing.
Seal replacement is often a faster, cheaper fix than homeowners expect before calling.
We diagnose whether it's actually water intrusion or a ventilation issue before recommending a repair.
Replacement units are properly flashed and sealed, not just dropped into the old opening.
Adding a skylight to a Story City home involves structural and flashing considerations beyond just cutting a hole in the roof.
Poor attic ventilation near a skylight opening often causes the condensation homeowners mistake for a leak.
Skylight Skylight Repair visits are usually quick, but we still check the full flashing system before quoting anything.
Technicians check flashing, seals, and surrounding decking as one connected system.
We explain the actual cause of the issue before quoting any Skylight Repair repair.
The repair area is tested before we consider the Skylight Repair visit complete.
Diagnosed condensation versus an actual leak correctly, saved us an unnecessary repair.
— Story City Homeowner
Explained the difference between condensation and an actual leak in terms we understood.
— Story City Homeowner
Replaced a fogged double-pane skylight and reflashed the whole curb properly this time.
— Story City Homeowner
They caught a ventilation issue that was actually causing the fogging we thought was a leak.
— Story City Homeowner
Roof Repair Smedway provides Skylight Repair throughout Story City and surrounding Story City, IA communities.
