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When your skylight stops leaking, you get your peace of mind back. No more staring at water stains on the ceiling or worrying about the next rainstorm. No more buckets strategically placed around your living room.
You get natural light without the nightmare. Your energy bills stay reasonable because conditioned air isn’t escaping through gaps and cracks. Your home value stays protected, and you avoid the bigger headaches that come when small leaks turn into major water damage.
Most importantly, you can actually enjoy your skylight again instead of seeing it as a liability waiting to cause problems.
We’ve been serving Suffolk County homeowners for years, and we’ve seen every type of skylight problem you can imagine. From the coastal homes near Gilgo Beach dealing with salt air corrosion to the inland properties where freeze-thaw cycles wreak havoc on flashing.
We understand how Long Island weather affects your skylights. The nor’easters, the summer heat, the humidity that gets into every crack and gap. Most contractors treat every skylight repair the same way, but we know better.
Suffolk County homes deserve contractors who understand the local challenges. That’s why we focus exclusively on exterior home improvements here, building relationships with homeowners who need work done right the first time.
Most skylight leaks aren’t what they appear to be. You see water coming in around the glass, so you think it’s a glass problem. But three out of four times, the real issue is with the skylight itself or the flashing system.
We start with a thorough inspection of your entire skylight assembly. Not just the visible parts, but the flashing, the curb, the surrounding roof area, and the interior connections. We check for proper installation, material degradation, and the specific failure points that affect your skylight brand.
Once we identify the actual source of the problem, we explain exactly what needs to be fixed and why. Then we make the repair using quality materials that match your existing system. We test everything before we pack up, so you know the problem is actually solved.
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Our skylight repair service covers everything from minor resealing to complete flashing replacement. We repair cracked or foggy glass, fix vented skylight mechanisms, replace damaged weather stripping, and address any structural issues with the curb or frame.
For Gilgo homeowners, we pay special attention to the challenges of coastal living. Salt air accelerates corrosion of metal components, and the constant temperature swings from ocean breezes can cause sealants to fail faster than they would inland.
We use materials specifically chosen for Suffolk County’s climate conditions. Marine-grade sealants for coastal properties, flashing systems that handle thermal expansion, and glass treatments that resist fogging in our humid summers. Every repair is designed to last in the specific environment where you live.
Most skylight repairs in Gilgo cost between $450 and $1,000, depending on what needs to be fixed. Simple resealing jobs run $200-400, while flashing repairs typically cost $400-800. Glass replacement can range from $300-1,500 depending on the size and type of glass.
The key is getting the problem diagnosed correctly the first time. We see too many homeowners who paid for multiple “repairs” that didn’t address the real issue. A proper diagnosis upfront saves you money in the long run because you fix the actual problem instead of just treating symptoms.
Emergency repairs might cost slightly more, but they prevent the kind of water damage that can cost thousands to remediate. When you consider that skylight replacement runs $2,000-5,000, repair is almost always the smarter financial choice.
The most common cause is flashing failure, especially in older Suffolk County homes where the original installation didn’t account for our weather patterns. Freeze-thaw cycles cause expansion and contraction that open gaps in the flashing system over time.
Coastal properties near Gilgo face additional challenges from salt air, which corrodes metal flashing faster than normal. The constant humidity also breaks down sealants more quickly than in drier climates.
Poor original installation is another major factor. Many skylights were installed without proper attention to Suffolk County’s specific requirements for wind resistance and water management. When Hurricane Sandy and other storms test these installations, the weak points become obvious fast.
Yes, we work on all major skylight brands including Velux, Andersen, Pella, Wasco, and older brands like Insuladome and Thermovue. Each brand has its own design quirks and common failure points, so experience with the specific brand matters.
Older skylights can be particularly challenging because replacement parts aren’t always available. In these cases, we often fabricate custom solutions or retrofit modern components that work with the existing system.
The key is understanding how each brand is supposed to work and what typically goes wrong. We keep detailed records of every repair so we can quickly identify the right approach for your specific skylight model and age.
A properly executed skylight repair should last 10-15 years or more, depending on the materials used and the specific repair performed. Flashing repairs typically last the longest because they address the structural waterproofing system.
Sealant-based repairs have shorter lifespans, usually 5-8 years, because sealants naturally degrade over time. However, they’re often the most cost-effective solution for minor issues and can buy you time before more extensive repairs become necessary.
The longevity of any repair depends heavily on the quality of the diagnosis and materials used. Cheap fixes might last a year or two, but quality repairs with proper materials are an investment that pays off over time.
Yes, we provide emergency skylight repair services throughout Suffolk County. When a skylight starts leaking during a storm, every minute matters because water damage accelerates quickly.
Our emergency service focuses on immediate water intrusion control first, then permanent repairs once conditions allow. We carry emergency patching materials and temporary sealing compounds that can stop leaks even in active weather conditions.
For Gilgo homeowners, we understand that coastal storms can be particularly intense and unpredictable. We prioritize emergency calls during severe weather events and maintain supplies specifically for temporary storm repairs that hold until we can make permanent fixes.
Repair is usually the right choice unless your skylight is severely damaged or extremely old. Skylight replacement costs 3-4 times more than most repairs, and a good repair can extend the life of your skylight by many years.
Consider replacement if the skylight is over 20 years old, has multiple ongoing issues, or if the frame itself is compromised. Also, if you’re already planning a roof replacement, that’s an ideal time to upgrade skylights because the labor costs overlap.
For most leak issues, repair is the smart financial move. Even if you need repairs again in 10-15 years, you’ll still come out ahead compared to replacement costs. We’ll give you an honest assessment of whether repair makes sense for your specific situation.
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