We also check attic ventilation near the skylight opening, since poor airflow often contributes to the condensation issues homeowners mistake for leaks.
Most skylight leaks trace back to the flashing around the curb, not the glass or dome itself — a detail general roofers sometimes miss.
We also check the surrounding shingles and decking while we're up there, since a skylight issue sometimes points to a broader roof concern.
Insurance documentation available before work begins on any Salem property.
We stock common flashing and seal materials for same-visit Salem Skylight Repair repairs.
Written Skylight Repair estimates before any repair, covering flashing, seals, or replacement separately.
Moisture meters help confirm whether a Skylight Repair issue is active or residual.
Skylight issues cover a specific range of leak and seal problems — here's our Skylight Repair scope.
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 Salem 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.
We check the full flashing system, not just the section that looks obviously damaged.
You receive a written estimate specifying whether the fix is flashing, seals, or unit replacement.
We test the repair area before considering the Skylight Repair job complete.
Thought we needed a whole new skylight, turned out to be a flashing fix that cost way less.
— Salem Homeowner
Technician explained exactly where the leak was coming from before starting any work.
— Salem Homeowner
Replaced a fogged double-pane skylight and reflashed the whole curb properly this time.
— Salem Homeowner
They caught a ventilation issue that was actually causing the fogging we thought was a leak.
— Salem Homeowner
Roof Repair Smedway provides Skylight Repair throughout Salem and surrounding Salem, OR communities.
