Start with where the water appears
Water near a skylight can be confusing. You may not know which company to call. You may not know if you need a new skylight. Start by naming the symptom. Say if drops sit on the glass. Say if water sits at the frame. Say if a light shaft has a stain. Say if a leak starts during rain. This gives your Peoria skylight review a clear start.
Keep a short note of when it happens. Write down wind, rain, melting snow, or a cold dry morning. These clues help plan the visit. They do not prove the cause. More than one problem can be present at once.
Separate glass moisture from roof entry
A wet skylight does not always mean a roof leak. VELUX lists separate paths for condensation, glass problems, and corner repairs. Condensation is water that forms from warm, moist air meeting cool glass. The goal is to find where the water forms. Do not assume every drop is a failed flashing joint. Flashing is the metal strip that seals the skylight to the roof.
Say if the moisture is on the inside of the glass. Say if it seems trapped between two panes of glass. Say if it comes from the frame or the ceiling. Take a photo from the floor if it is safe. Do not press on the glass. Do not open the trim. Do not climb a ladder to test a seal. A good report keeps the clue in place for the inspector.
Three skylight scopes
| Review item | Glass or hardware | Roof flashing | Whole-unit replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Existing unit remains | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote |
| Roofing removal to confirm | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote |
| Interior finishing to confirm | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote | Confirm in the site review or quote |
Match the flashing to the actual roof
The skylight and the roof need a strong, sealed joint. VELUX makes different flashing kits for different roofs and mount types. This is why you should ask for the exact unit and flashing match in writing.
A shingle roof, a tile roof, and a metal roof each need a different edge. Ask what parts will be removed around the skylight. Ask which flashing pieces will be replaced. Ask how the underlayment will join the roof around it. Underlayment is the water-resistant layer under the main roof surface. Do not accept a quote that just says reseal skylight if the real work is a full flashing rebuild.
Find the model without taking roof risks
An old invoice, a manual, or a safe indoor photo of the label can help. Note the brand, the model, and whether it opens. If you cannot reach the label safely, mark it unknown. Let the visit include finding that information.
The installer should check the mount type, the size, and the roof slope. VELUX notes that its units need a specific roof pitch. A measurement for a new curb-mounted unit is not the same as a quick look at the visible glass. Ask the installer to confirm the fit before ordering parts. A unit that looks similar may not actually fit.
Compare repair and replacement on equal terms
A flashing-only repair may leave the old glass and frame in place. A glass or hardware fix may leave the roof joint alone. A full replacement may add a new unit and new flashing. But it may still skip interior trim, paint, or shaft changes.
List these parts side by side. Ask why the chosen repair fixes the water path you saw. Ask what condition was found in the curb or the nearby roof deck. The curb is the raised frame that holds the skylight. If parts are not sold anymore, ask to see that search result. Keep the choice tied to your actual skylight, not a general rule.
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Coordinate roof work and interior work
If you plan a new roof soon, say so now. Ask if the skylight work can share the same access and removal steps. Compare the full scope of both jobs. Doing them together does not always cost less.
Inside the home, keep drying, finish repair, and painting as separate tasks from the roof work. Decide who handles each part and what must happen first. If the light shaft needs to open for a look, agree on that limit before work starts. A clear plan stops a finished roof from being mistaken for a finished room.
Skylight symptom and scope record
Known facts and open questions
- Water location
- Unknown
- Timing
- Unknown
- Brand or model
- Unknown
- Option to compare
- Unknown
- Find the skylight brand, model and fit before comparing work.
| Part | Included, excluded or unknown |
|---|---|
| Skylight unit | |
| Roof flashing | |
| Raised curb | |
| Inside finish |
Use the skylight scope worksheet
The worksheet turns your notes into a short record for your repair request. Pick the moisture spot, the timing, and any known model details. It builds questions about the glass, the roof flashing, and any inside work you may need.
You can compare two plans in one record: repair the old unit or replace it. Mark each item as included, excluded, or unknown. Unknown items stay visible so you can ask about them before you accept a quote. The tool will not pick a new model for you. It also will not claim that a water pattern proves condensation.
Ask for a finished detail you can document
A good skylight repair gives you more than a neat bead of sealant around the frame. Ask for photos of the hidden work. Ask for the product names. Ask for a photo of the final roof joint. Ask how the work will be checked, and how to report a new leak.
Keep the model information and any written warranty with your invoice. Read the terms for the actual work you bought. Do not assume a new-product offer covers an older repair. Use the request form to describe your skylight issue. Ask for both repair and replacement options if you want to compare them.
Your questions, answered
Does condensation mean my skylight is failing?
Not by itself. Someone should check the moisture spot, your indoor air, and the unit. A leak and condensation can both happen at the same skylight.
Can flashing be replaced while keeping the skylight?
Yes, this is often possible if the old unit is still good. Ask the inspector to check the frame, curb, glass, and flashing options first.
Will a new skylight include ceiling repair?
Only if it is written in the scope. Ask about the light shaft, trim, insulation, drying, and painting. A quote for the roof unit may not cover these inside items.
What if I do not know the skylight brand?
You can still start a request. Share a safe indoor photo and any old paperwork. Ask the installer to identify the unit before they suggest new parts.