Licensed & Insured in Virginia · Class A License #2701036327 · Serving Central VA Since 1987
Skylight Contractor
Lynchburg VA —
Install. Repair. Replace.
A skylight should bring light into your home — not water. If yours is leaking, foggy, cracked, or just old, we fix it right. Melvin T. Morgan has been Lynchburg's go-to skylight contractor for 38 years. We install new skylights, repair leaking ones, and replace units that are just done.
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- Skylight Installation (new & replacement)
- Leaking Skylight Repair
- Skylight Flashing Installation & Repair
- Vented Skylight Installation
- Fixed Skylight Installation
- Tubular Skylight / Sun Tunnel Installation
- Skylight Glass Replacement
- Skylight Frame Repair
- Emergency Skylight Repair
- Energy-Efficient Skylight Upgrades
- Roof Window Installation
- Custom Skylight Installation
- Skylight Inspection & Maintenance
🌤️ Velux certified · Fixed & vented skylights · Tubular sun tunnels · Lynchburg & Surrounding Areas · Free written estimates
Call 434-237-3800Your Skylight Is Leaking. Here's Why — And Here's How We Fix It.
A few years back we got a call from a homeowner in Wyndhurst. Nice house. Beautiful kitchen with a big skylight right over the island. Every time it rained hard, water would drip down into the kitchen. She'd had it "fixed" twice already — both times somebody came out, caulked around the outside of the frame, and said it was done. Both times, next good rain, same drip.
When we got up there, the problem was obvious. The step flashing was installed wrong when that skylight went in 12 years prior. The counter flashing had pulled loose on the uphill side. Every rain, water was running straight down the curb and into the ceiling. No amount of caulk on the outside was ever gonna fix that — you have to get into the flashing system and do it right.
We reflashed the whole thing. Fabricated new custom counter flashing, reinstalled the step flashing properly, resealed the curb. That skylight has been bone dry ever since. And that homeowner calls us every time she needs anything done on that roof.
That's what a real skylight contractor in Lynchburg VA does. Not a caulk job. A proper fix that actually lasts.
Common skylight problems we see across Lynchburg homes:
- Water dripping at the inside frame edge during rain
- Brown staining on drywall around the skylight curb
- Fogged or yellowed glass from failed seal between panes
- Cracked acrylic dome on older bubble-style skylights
- Flashing pulled away after Lynchburg ice storms
- Vented skylight that won't open or seal shut properly
- Old curb-mounted skylight where the curb itself has rotted
- Missing or cracked boot caulk around the frame exterior
- Condensation inside the glass from aged glazing seals
- Dark interior rooms that could really use a sun tunnel
⚡ Skylight leaking right now? We offer emergency skylight repair in Lynchburg. Don't let water damage stack up — call us today.
Call 434-237-3800Skylight Installation, Repair & Replacement in Lynchburg
We handle every type of skylight service for homes and commercial buildings across Lynchburg and Central Virginia. New installation, repair, full replacement, emergency calls — we do it all with our own crew, not subcontractors.
Skylight Installation
New skylight installation in Lynchburg starts with the right location — where's the light coming from, what's the rafter spacing, is the roof pitch right for the unit you want? We handle the whole job: cutting the opening, framing if needed, installing the unit, flashing it properly, and finishing the interior shaft and trim. Done in one day for most residential installs.
Skylight Replacement
Skylight replacement is often the smarter call on units over 15–20 years old. If the frame is cracked, the glazing has failed, or the old unit is just a single-pane acrylic bubble from the 90s — replacing with a modern double-pane, low-E unit is a better investment than repeated repairs. We handle removal of the old unit and full installation of the new one in the same visit.
Leaking Skylight Repair
Leaking skylight repair is the most common call we get. Water around a skylight almost always traces back to flashing failure — not the skylight itself. We assess the full flashing system, the curb, the interior seal, and the roof condition around the unit before we do anything. Then we fix what's actually wrong, not just reseal the outside and hope for the best.
Skylight Flashing Installation & Repair
Proper skylight flashing is a combination of step flashing, counter flashing, and saddle flashing at the uphill side — all of it working together to direct water away from the unit. We install and repair skylight flashing on all curb-mounted and deck-mounted skylights. When stock flashing kits won't fit the job, we fabricate custom pieces on site.
Skylight Sealing & Resealing
Skylight sealing and resealing is the right fix when the unit itself is sound but the perimeter sealant has cracked or pulled loose. We use the proper sealant for each skylight type — butyl tape, silicone, EPDM — not just whatever caulk is in the truck. Proper sealing extends the life of the flashing system and keeps moisture out of the curb and surrounding decking.
Skylight Glass Replacement
Fogged, cracked, or broken skylight glass doesn't mean you need a whole new unit. Skylight glass replacement — replacing just the glazing unit — is often possible on Velux, Andersen, and other branded skylights. We source replacement glass panes and install them without disturbing the flashing or the interior trim when the frame is still in good shape.
Skylight Frame Repair
Cracked frames, damaged curbs, and rotted wood at the skylight opening are more common in Lynchburg's climate than most people realize — especially on older homes where moisture got in for years before the leak was addressed. We do skylight frame repair and curb restoration as a standalone service, or as part of a full replacement when the damage is too far gone to save.
Emergency Skylight Repair
A cracked skylight or storm-damaged unit can't wait. Water gets in fast and the damage compounds every hour. We offer emergency skylight repair in Lynchburg — same-day response for active leaks or storm damage. We'll tarp it, board it, or do a temporary repair to stop the water while we get materials for a permanent fix. Don't leave a broken skylight open to the sky.
Skylight Inspection
Not sure if your skylight is okay or headed for trouble? A professional skylight inspection from our Lynchburg crew covers the glass condition, the flashing system, the curb, the surrounding roof deck, and the interior seal. We give you a written report on what we find and honest advice on what — if anything — needs attention. Most inspections are done in under an hour.
Skylight Maintenance Services
Annual skylight maintenance keeps minor issues from turning into major ones. We check and reseal perimeter caulking, clean the flashing channels, inspect the curb and counter flashing, and test vented units for proper operation. For homeowners with multiple skylights — or one expensive custom unit — a maintenance plan is worth every penny.
Every Type of Skylight — Installed by Lynchburg's Experts
There's more to choose from than most homeowners realize. Here's a breakdown of the skylight options we install in Lynchburg homes and commercial buildings — and what each one is best suited for.
Fixed Skylight Installation
Fixed skylights don't open — they're sealed units designed purely to bring in natural light. Fixed skylight installation is the most common type in Lynchburg homes. They're simpler, less expensive, and have fewer mechanical parts to fail over time. Great for living rooms, hallways, and anywhere you want consistent daylight without ventilation.
Vented Skylight Installation
Vented skylight installation gives you both light and airflow. Vented units can be opened manually or with an electric motor — helpful in kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms where you want to pull humid air out. We install manual and electric vented skylights from Velux and similar brands. Electric units can be paired with rain sensors that close them automatically.
Tubular Skylight Installation
A tubular skylight — or sun tunnel — is the solution for rooms that can't have a traditional skylight: hallways, closets, bathrooms, stairwells. A compact dome on the roof captures daylight and sends it down a highly reflective metal tube to a diffuser in your ceiling. The result looks like a recessed light fixture but runs entirely on sunlight. We install Velux and Solatube tubular skylights in Lynchburg.
Roof Window Installation
A roof window is a walk-on-able, openable unit typically installed on lower-pitched roofs or in rooms where you want the ability to actually reach the opening — like an attic bedroom or loft conversion. We install roof windows from Velux and other manufacturers for Lynchburg homeowners converting attic spaces or adding habitable dormer rooms.
Custom Skylight Installation
Custom skylight installation is what you need when a standard-size unit won't do the job. Large format skylights, oddly spaced rafter bays, specialty shapes, or architectural installations on commercial properties — we work with custom skylight manufacturers and fabricate custom curbs and flashing systems to make non-standard installations work correctly.
Why Skylights Keep Leaking After Repairs (And How We Stop It)
The number one reason a skylight keeps leaking after somebody "fixed it" is that the actual source of the leak was never found. Most caulk-and-pray repairs miss the real problem entirely. Here's what we actually look at when we come to fix a leaking skylight in Lynchburg.
Step Flashing System
Step flashing runs alongside the skylight curb, alternating with each course of shingles. When it's missing, improperly installed, or has separated — water wicks straight down the curb into the ceiling. Most skylight leaks we fix in Lynchburg trace back here.
Counter Flashing
Counter flashing wraps over the step flashing and laps down the curb face. When counter flashing pulls loose or cracks, the whole system fails even if the step flashing is fine. We inspect and replace counter flashing as part of every leaking skylight diagnosis.
Saddle / Cricket Flashing
On the uphill side of wider skylights, water can pool between the skylight curb and the roof if there's no diverter. A cricket — a small ridge of roofing — channels water around the unit. Missing or failed crickets are a frequent leak source on Lynchburg skylights wider than 30 inches.
Curb Condition
The wood curb the skylight sits on can rot if water has been getting in for a while. A rotted curb means the skylight unit itself has shifted, creating gaps the flashing can't bridge. We assess and replace curb framing when needed before any new flashing goes on.
Condensation vs. Leakage
Not every drip around a skylight is a roof leak. In humid Virginia summers and cold winters, interior condensation can look just like a leak. We identify whether you're dealing with exterior water intrusion or condensation — because the fix is completely different and misdiagnosing it is a waste of your money.
Interior Shaft Damage
Even after the leak source is fixed, water-damaged drywall and insulation in the skylight shaft can hold moisture and continue to look and smell wet. We identify how far interior damage extends and can coordinate drywall and insulation repair so the job is fully finished.
Energy-Efficient Skylight Upgrades for Lynchburg Homes
If your skylight is more than 15 years old, it's probably working against your energy bills — especially in Lynchburg's hot summers and cold winters. Modern energy-efficient skylight upgrades can dramatically cut heat gain, reduce UV fading on furniture and floors, and bring in the same amount of light with far less thermal loss.
Low-E Glass Glazing
Low-emissivity glass coatings let visible light through while blocking infrared heat. A low-E skylight replacement can cut summer heat gain by 40–70% compared to a single-pane unit. It's one of the most impactful upgrades for Lynchburg homes where summer AC bills are a constant conversation.
Double-Pane Insulated Units
Single-pane skylights from the 80s and 90s are basically a hole in your insulation envelope. Replacing them with modern double-pane insulated units stops heat from pouring out in winter and streaming in during Lynchburg's hot summer months. They also eliminate the condensation problems common on single-pane units.
Solar-Powered Venting
Solar-powered vented skylights from Velux open and close via a motor charged by a small integrated solar panel — no wiring needed. They can be set to open automatically for ventilation and include rain sensors that close the unit if you're away from home when a storm rolls through. Popular with Lynchburg homeowners upgrading older fixed skylights.
Real Reviews From Real Neighbors
"We had a leaking skylight over our kitchen in Wyndhurst that two other contractors couldn't fix. Melvin T. Morgan came out, replaced the flashing completely, and resealed the whole curb. No more leaks and that was two years ago. These are the skylight people to call in Lynchburg."
"Had them install two Velux vented skylights in our master bedroom. Clean installation, no drywall damage, flashing looks perfect from outside. They clearly know what they're doing with skylights. Great experience from the estimate all the way through to cleanup."
"Our older home in Peakland had a 1990s acrylic bubble skylight that was cracked and leaking badly. They replaced it with a modern Velux fixed unit, completely reflashed it, and repaired the interior drywall around the shaft. Looks incredible. Wish we'd done it ten years ago."
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Skylight Contractor — Lynchburg VA & Central Virginia
We do skylight installation and repair work throughout Lynchburg and the surrounding communities and counties. Our crew knows the area, the homes, and the rooflines — from older historic houses in Diamond Hill and Rivermont to newer builds out in Forest and Timberlake. Here's where we regularly work:
Have a skylight job somewhere in Central Virginia and not sure if we cover it? Just call. We've been doing work across this region for 38 years and we probably do.
Need a Skylight Contractor in Lynchburg?
Whether you need a new skylight installed, a leaking one fixed, or an old unit replaced — we come out, look at the actual situation, and give you a straight honest estimate. No pressure, no guessing.