Skylight Repair in Big Creek, GA
Last spring, we got a call from a homeowner in the Windward community off Cogburn Road. Their 2003-built home had two Velux skylights in the master bathroom—both leaking. They’d already had another company out twice. Each time, the contractor caulked around the frame and called it fixed. Each time, the next heavy rain proved otherwise.
When we got up on the roof, the problem was obvious. The original step flashing had corroded where it met the curb, and someone had tried to patch it with roofing cement instead of replacing the flashing properly. That’s a band-aid, not a repair. We removed the old flashing, installed new step and counter-flashing per Georgia building code requirements, and replaced the weathered gaskets. That was fourteen months ago—no leaks since.
That’s what real skylight repair looks like in Big Creek.
Why Skylights Fail in Big Creek Homes
Most homes in the Big Creek area—whether you’re in the 30004 or 30005 zip codes—were built between the mid-1990s and 2010s. That puts a lot of skylights right in the 15-25 year range, which is when problems start showing up. The original seals dry out. Flashing corrodes. Weep holes clog with debris from the tree canopy that’s so common near the Big Creek Greenway.
We see three main issues in this area:
- Flashing failure – The most common culprit. Metal flashing deteriorates over time, and Georgia’s humid summers accelerate corrosion. When flashing fails, water gets under the shingles and follows the curb right into your ceiling.
- Seal degradation – The rubber gaskets and seals around the glass break down with UV exposure. You’ll notice condensation between panes first, then actual dripping.
- Improper installation – Some skylights installed during the building boom weren’t flashed correctly from day one. We’ve pulled up skylights in newer Halcyon development homes and found corners cut during original construction.
If you’re noticing water stains around your skylight or condensation that won’t clear, don’t wait. Water damage spreads fast, and what starts as a simple roof leak repair can turn into rotted decking and mold remediation.
Our Skylight Repair Process
We start every skylight job with a thorough roof inspection. Not just the skylight itself—we check the surrounding shingles, the attic space below, and any signs of previous repairs or water intrusion. Sometimes the skylight gets blamed when the real problem is failed roof flashing nearby.
For skylights that can be repaired, we focus on doing it right the first time:
- Complete removal and replacement of compromised flashing
- New gaskets and seals from the manufacturer
- Proper integration with surrounding roofing materials per Georgia residential building code Section R903.2
- Sealant application only where appropriate—not as a primary waterproofing method
Sometimes repair isn’t the smart move. If your skylight is original to a 1990s home, the glazing technology has improved dramatically since then. Modern skylights offer better insulation, UV protection, and leak resistance. We’ll tell you straight if replacement makes more sense than repeated repairs.
Serving Big Creek and Surrounding Communities
Big Creek sits right along the GA-400 corridor, bordered by Alpharetta to the south and Cumming to the north. We work throughout this area regularly—from the established neighborhoods near Big Creek Greenway to the newer construction closer to the Fulton-Forsyth line. Johns Creek homeowners just east of here deal with similar skylight issues in homes from the same building era.
As a GAF Master Elite certified contractor, we bring manufacturer-backed expertise to every job. That certification matters when you’re dealing with skylights, because improper repair can void your roofing warranty. We know how to integrate skylight work with your existing roof system without compromising coverage.
Whether you need a simple seal replacement or complete skylight flashing reconstruction, we handle it. We also provide comprehensive roof inspections if you’re not sure whether your skylight is the source of water intrusion.
Dealing with a leaking skylight in Big Creek? Call Dom Roofing & Restoration at (678) 766-9646 or visit our contact page to schedule an inspection. We’ll find the real problem and fix it right—not just caulk over it and hope for the best.
Certified Roof Repair & Roof Replacement Team
Sugar Hill, GA 30518