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 Cresco property.
Local Cresco dispatch means most Skylight Repair calls get scheduled within a few days.
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.
Fogging or dripping isn't always a leak — condensation from poor ventilation can mimic leak symptoms.
Replacement units are properly flashed and sealed, not just dropped into the old opening.
We assess roof framing and pitch before recommending curb-mount or deck-mount installation.
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.
We explain the actual cause before quoting, so you're not paying for the wrong repair.
The repair is completed the same visit whenever possible, with a workmanship guarantee on the fix.
Thought we needed a whole new skylight, turned out to be a flashing fix that cost way less.
— Cresco Homeowner
Technician explained exactly where the leak was coming from before starting any work.
— Cresco Homeowner
Cleaned up thoroughly after the flashing work, no mess left behind.
— Cresco Homeowner
Turned out our fogging was a ventilation issue, not a leak, and they caught it fast.
— Cresco Homeowner
Roof Repair Smedway provides Skylight Repair throughout Cresco and surrounding Cresco, IA communities.
