Common Skylight Problems

1 Leaks!

1 Leaks!
The skylights themselves may not be the culprit! If a skylight is mounted properly and sealed to its curb per the manufacturer’s instructions, it is very unlikely that it will leak. Leak damage inside shaft. Leak damage outside shaft. Leak damage outside shaft. Leak damage ...
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2 Heat Gain/Loss Can Cost You $

2 Heat Gain/Loss Can Cost You $
Increasing Energy Efficiency Will Save You Money Everyday! Poorly designed and cheaply made skylights may save a few dollars at installation, but the money you save can be lost in a few years of wasted energy. We suggest you watch for ...
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3 Cracked or Broken

3 Cracked or Broken
Aging acrylic skylights are at risk of cracking or breaking. Over time, acrylic materials lose the compounds that make them flexible, thus becoming brittle and susceptible to cracking and breaking. In Colorado, where summer hail storms are common, brittle skylights are ...
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4 Hail Damage

4 Hail Damage
Hail Season—Severe Weather Puts Us On Alert Need an Emergency Cover?Our crews are available and phone calls will be answered or returned. 303-761-2200 My skylight was broken during a hail storm! What do I do? Is it time to panic? Protect your belongings. Use plastic/painters ...
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5 Glare

5 Glare
Glare is all about contrast and is caused by unequal light distribution.  Types of glare. Disability glare, such as when the eye is confronted by headlights from oncoming automobiles, can result in a nearly complete lack of vision. Discomfort glare is a sensation ...
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