Flashing & Skylight Repair in Lansing, MI
Most roof leaks start where something breaks through the shingles: chimneys, skylights, walls, vents and pipes. The metal and rubber that seal those spots wear out sooner than the shingles.
Request a rooferChimney flashing
Step and counter flashing seal the joint between the chimney and the roof. Cracked mortar, loose metal and old caulk let water run down inside.
Skylights
Skylight leaks come from failed flashing, worn seals or condensation. Older skylights are often replaced along with a new roof.
Wall flashing
Where a roof meets a wall, such as a dormer or second story, step flashing should tuck behind the siding. Missing pieces cause hidden leaks.
Vent boots
The rubber collars around plumbing vents crack in the sun and cold. A cracked boot is a small part with a big leak potential.
Freeze and thaw
Repeated freezing and thawing through a Lansing winter loosens flashing nails and opens gaps. A spring check catches it.
Sealant isn't a fix
Caulk can buy time but shouldn't replace properly installed metal flashing.
Get help
Tell the roofer where you see stains and what's on that part of the roof. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.
Spring check
A short look at flashing and boots each spring catches the damage freeze and thaw caused over the winter.
Chimney caps
A cap on top of the chimney keeps rain and snow out of the flue and protects the mortar from water soaking in from above.
Frequently asked questions
- Should flashing be replaced with a new roof?
- Usually yes. Reusing old flashing can leave the weakest part of the roof in place.
- Why does my skylight drip only in winter?
- Often it's condensation from warm, moist air on cold glass. A roofer can tell condensation from a leak.
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Need flashing & skylights in Lansing?
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