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Tony Aon BBB
· 29 days ago
I needed a roof repair very quickly because rain was coming in. I reached out and they replied almost immediately. He came out, conducted an inspection that afternoon and by the end of the week it was handled.
Skylight Leak Repair in Tacoma, Pierce & King County
DHT Construction & Roofing is a family-owned, licensed roofing contractor (WA #DHTCOCR871PA) providing skylight leak repair in Tacoma, WA since 2013, rated 5.0 on Google. Get a free instant quote online or call (253) 363-1948.
A leaking skylight often isn't a broken skylight. Usually water is getting past worn flashing, tired seals or the roofing around it. DHT Construction & Roofing fixes skylight leaks for homeowners in Tacoma and across Pierce County and King County. We find where the water is really coming in, fix it properly, and tell you honestly whether your skylight needs a small repair, new flashing or a replacement.
A leaking skylight often isn't a broken skylight. Usually water is getting past worn flashing, tired seals or the roofing around it. DHT Construction & Roofing fixes skylight leaks for homeowners in Tacoma and across Pierce County and King County. We find where the water is really coming in, fix it properly, and tell you honestly whether your skylight needs a small repair, new flashing or a replacement.
5.0 · 175 Google reviews · Licensed, bonded & insured
Why do skylights leak in the rain?
When a skylight starts leaking, it usually comes down to one of these:
Failed flashing
Flashing is the metal around the skylight that steers water past it. Over the years sealant cracks and older flashing can rust, bend or pull loose, letting rain run under the shingles to the opening. It's one of the most common reasons a skylight leaks.
Worn seals and gaskets
The seal between the glass or dome and the frame wears out with sun and age. When it fails, water gets between the glass and frame and drips into the shaft.
Condensation vs. a real leak
Not every drip is a leak. In cold months, warm, moist indoor air hits the cold glass and turns to water. Condensation forms on the inside of the glass, often after showers or cooking, even on dry days. A real leak shows up during or right after rain.
Debris and moss around the curb
Fir needles, leaves and moss collect on the uphill side of a skylight, hold water against the flashing and push it under the shingles in heavy rain.
The roofing around it wearing out
Sometimes the skylight is fine and cracked, lifted or worn shingles next to it let water in, so the stain shows up in the same place.
Is it the skylight or the flashing?
Where the water shows up is a good clue. Water on the inside of the glass, or dripping where the glass meets the frame, points to the skylight itself — a worn seal or condensation. Fog between the panes means the glass seal has failed: not a leak on its own, but a sign the skylight is getting old.
Stains on the drywall around the shaft, drips at the corners, or a leak only in wind-driven rain usually point to the flashing or roofing around it. To know for sure, it needs a look from the roof and inside. Please don't climb onto a wet roof — we'll check it for you.
Repair, reflash or replace?
Repair covers small fixes: clearing debris, resealing a small gap, or replacing a cracked shingle next to the skylight.
Reflash means removing the shingles around the skylight and installing new flashing and underlayment. It's often the fix when a skylight leaks every rain but the skylight itself is still in good shape.
Replace makes sense when the skylight is old, cracked or foggy, or the frame is damaged — new flashing around a worn-out skylight just sets up the next leak. We'll tell you honestly which one you need, and if a repair will do the job, that's what we recommend.
Should I replace skylights during a reroof?
Often, yes. During a reroof the shingles and flashing around every skylight come off anyway. If your skylight is older, foggy or has leaked before, replacing it then avoids tearing into brand-new shingles a few years later. If it's still in good shape, we flash it properly into the new roof. Planning a new roof? See roof replacement in Tacoma.
What happens at a free skylight check?
Curtis walks your roof and checks the skylight frame, glass and seals, the flashing on all four sides, the shingles around it and any debris uphill. If needed, he checks the shaft and attic for stains and moisture. Then he gives you honest advice: a small repair, new flashing, a new skylight, or nothing at all. It's free, with no pressure. Want a price first? Answer three quick questions in our instant quote and see a range in about 60 seconds.
Have a different kind of leak? See roof repair in Tacoma, or if water is coming in right now, our emergency roof repair page. Skylight started leaking after a windstorm? See storm damage roof repair. Not sure where the water is coming from? Read why roofs leak in the rain, or book a free roof evaluation.
What's included in our skylight leak repair
- Leak tracing on the roof and inside the skylight shaft
- Clearing moss, needles and debris from around the skylight
- Resealing small gaps at the frame and flashing
- Reflashing the skylight with new flashing and underlayment
- Replacing cracked or worn shingles around the skylight
- Skylight replacement when the unit is old, cracked or foggy
- Honest advice on whether to repair, reflash or replace
Signs you need skylight leak repair
- Water stains on the ceiling or drywall around the skylight
- Drips from the skylight edges during or after rain
- Fog or moisture trapped between the panes
- Cracked, crazed or yellowed glass or dome
- Rusty, loose or caulk-covered flashing around the skylight
- Moss or fir needles piled on the uphill side
Materials
We use corrosion-resistant flashing and synthetic underlayment around the skylight and match the shingles to your roof where possible. A replacement skylight always goes in with new flashing.
Built for Pacific NW weather
Long Pacific Northwest rain, wind-driven storms and fir needles are hard on skylights. Wind pushes water under worn flashing and moss holds moisture uphill. Catching a small leak early keeps water out of your drywall, insulation and roof deck.
Typical timeline
Many skylight repairs and reflashing jobs are finished in one visit once we know where the water is coming in. If a skylight needs replacing, we explain the plan before we start. It all begins with a free roof evaluation — book online or call (253) 363-1948.
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Tony A29 days ago
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I needed a roof repair very quickly because rain was coming in. I reached out and they replied almost immediately. He came out, conducted an inspection that afternoon and by the end of the week it was handled.
What our customers say
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Scott Reitzon Google
· a month ago
Excellent work. Worked non stop each day to complete the job in a few days. Did a lot of repairs along the way to make sure it was going to last. Highly Recommend.
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Grant Gon BBB
· Mar 14, 2026
The house I rent needed a new roof. The owners live out of state, so I volunteered to find a good contractor. By word of mouth, I found DHT and we could not be happier with the result.
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Matt Janzowon Google
· a month ago
Fast, clean and professional from the first call to the final walkthrough. The crew treated our property like it was their own.
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Deborah Lon BBB
· Feb 2, 2026
Professional, on time, and the pricing was exactly what they quoted. They cleaned up so well you'd never know a crew had been here. A+ all the way.
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Sarah M.on Google
· 2 months ago
Curtis and his team replaced our whole roof in 3 days. Clean job site, fair price, and the new shingles look incredible.
Skylight Leak Repair FAQ
Is the water around my skylight condensation or a leak?
Condensation forms on the inside of the glass, often on cold, dry days or after showers. A real leak shows up during or right after rain, often as stains around the skylight or drips at the corners. Not sure? We'll check it at a free roof evaluation.
Can you fix a skylight leak without replacing the skylight?
Often, yes. Worn flashing, debris or damaged shingles around the skylight can be fixed while keeping it. If the skylight itself is old, cracked or foggy, we'll show you why replacing it may make more sense.
Should I replace my skylight when I get a new roof?
If it's older, foggy or has leaked before, yes — the flashing around it comes off during a reroof anyway. If it's in good shape, we flash it into the new roof properly.
Do you repair skylight leaks outside Tacoma?
Yes. We repair skylight leaks across Pierce and King County, including Puyallup, Lakewood, Gig Harbor, Federal Way, Kent and Auburn. Get a price online in about 60 seconds or call (253) 363-1948.
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