Categories: roofing

Can Installing a Skylight Affect the Structure of Your Roof?

Installing a skylight is a great option to light up dark areas of your home. This addition can also potentially increase your property’s appeal and value. However, skylights are more than just windows so you need to make sure they are installed by a skilled professional.

Here’s how a skylight can affect the structure of your roofing system.

A Skylight Will Add Edges to Your Roof

You shouldn’t experience issues with your roof as long as your contractor installs your skylight properly. However, skylights can increase the likelihood of leaks and other associated problems. Installing a skylight means adding new edges to your roof, which requires new flashing, sealants and shapes to be cut through essential materials.

Errors during installation can result in moisture penetrating your roof, especially into the weak spots. When your roof starts to leak, it will only take a day or two for mold or fungi to grow. These microorganisms are among the last things you want in your home as they can put your family’s health at risk. Moreover, you can avoid these issues with proper installation and upkeep. Routine inspections and maintenance from professional roofing contractors also matter.

Important Things to Consider

Skylights can be installed in nearly every part of your roof. However, just to make sure that they don’t harm your roof, consult the placement you have in mind with your contractor. The next thing you need to consider is the size of your skylights. While there is a wide range of choices out there, you’re limited to the style of your roof. If you want a bigger skylight than your roof can handle, you may need to cut into the trusses and potentially set up supports.

Keep in mind that skylight cleaning is best left to professionals. Stepping on the wrong areas of the roof can easily damage the flashing, shingles and the surface’s protective coatings. Only hire a cleaner with relevant experience to keep your roof and skylight in good shape.

At Ganser Company, we’re here to help with your home’s roofing needs. You can also count on us for quality skylight installations.  Give us a call at (608) 222-1243, or fill out our contact form to get a free quote.

Ganser Company

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