Roof Skylight Maintenance
Keeping Your Skylights in Tip-Top Shape
Skylights serve as a beautiful architectural element but require proper upkeep to ensure peak performance. At C&M Construction and Roofing, our team of professionals can inspect, clean and repair your skylights regularly. Routine maintenance prevents common issues like leaks, condensation, and thermal cracking—extending the lifespan of these investment features.
Why Skylight Maintenance Matters
Properly maintaining skylights is important for several key reasons:
Structural Integrity – UV exposure, thermal cycling, and weathering can degrade frame caulking and flashings over time if left unaddressed. Regular maintenance catches these problem areas early.
Energy Efficiency – Dirty skylights let considerably less natural light in while impeding thermal properties. Proper cleaning maximizes daylighting and insulation factors.
Waterproof Protection – Debris and biofilm buildup can prevent frames from sealing completely, letting in moisture if not removed regularly. This causes damage like leaks and condensation.
Safety Compliance – Current building codes require secure fall protection on large commercial skylights. Our inspections ensure safe compliance is maintained long-term.
Aesthetic Curb Appeal – Skylights enhance architectural style but darkened, dirty units detract from the design. Quality maintenance ensures curbside curb and optimal interior illumination.
Our Maintenance Process
- Detailed Inspection: Our team thoroughly examines each unit for cracks, infiltrating moisture, and loose or missing components needing adjustment/repair.
- Pressure Washing: We use non-abrasive commercial cleaners in variable pressure washing depending on skylight material to remove accumulated grime.
- Caulk/Flashing Repair: Any degradation in sealing caulk or counterflashing materials is precisely cut out and replaced with high-quality waterproof compounds.
- Glass Cleaning: Remaining residue is wiped away with specialized glass cleaners using techniques that avoid scratching ultraviolet coatings.
- Function Testing: Skylights are fully operated through their range of motion to ensure proper opening/closing and that all moving components function smoothly.
This cyclical process helps maximize natural daylight while securing weather protection long-term when performed annually or semi-annually depending on environmental conditions.
Additional Maintenance Tips:
Drying rainwater or snow promptly prevents water spots and mineral deposits from adhering over time. Removing fallen leaves quickly avoids debris buildup clogging drains. Inspecting interior caulking seals helps prevent air/water infiltration around the curb.
With the right care, skylights can remain attractive amenities rather than overlooked liability risks. Contact C&M to discuss customized maintenance packages suited especially for your property’s application and needs. Routine servicing ensures enjoyable daylight for many years ahead.
