A skylight in good condition is one of the most rewarding features a Clare home can have — flooding a room or loft space with natural light and adding genuine character to the living space. A skylight that is leaking, fogging up, letting in draughts or failing to open and close properly is a different story entirely — a source of stress, a potential cause of serious water damage and a problem that rarely resolves itself without professional intervention.
At Doherty Roofing, we carry out professional skylight repairs for homeowners across all of County Clare. Whether your skylight is leaking after heavy rain, misting between the panes, letting in cold air around the frame or showing signs of flashing failure on the roof above, Jim and his team will diagnose the problem accurately and carry out a lasting repair.
We work on all skylight types and brands — including Velux, Fakro and other roof window systems — and we are fully insured and Safe Pass certified. We provide free, no-obligation quotes on all skylight repair work across Clare with no call-out fees and no pressure to proceed.
Here are the warning signs that should prompt you to contact Doherty Roofing for a free skylight inspection:
If you have noticed any of these signs, do not delay in arranging an inspection. Skylight problems rarely improve on their own — and the secondary damage caused by ongoing water ingress escalates quickly.
The vast majority of skylights on Clare properties are either Velux or Fakro roof windows. Velux is the market-leading brand and the most widely installed roof window across Clare's housing stock from the 1980s onwards — many older Velux units are now reaching the point where seals, flashings and glazing units need attention. Fakro is increasingly common on newer properties and refurbishment projects across the county.
We carry out repair and replacement work on both Velux and Fakro skylights across all of County Clare, as well as other branded and unbranded skylight systems found on older properties throughout the county.
Why does my Clare skylight leak only in wind-driven rain?
Wind-driven rain is one of the most common triggers for intermittent skylight leaks. When rain is driven horizontally against the roof surface by strong winds — a regular occurrence across Clare — it is forced against the uphill side of the skylight flashing and frame under pressure, exploiting any weakness that would not be apparent in normal rainfall. This pattern typically indicates a flashing fault or frame seal failure on the windward side of the skylight.
Is my skylight leaking or is it condensation?
If moisture appears on the interior glass surface regardless of whether it is raining outside — particularly in cold Clare weather — it is most likely condensation. If water appears during or after rainfall and tracks down the reveal or drips from the frame, it is a genuine leak. Jim will diagnose which is present during the free inspection.
My skylight glass is foggy between the panes — can this be fixed?
Fogging between the panes indicates the sealed unit has failed — moisture has entered the space between the panes permanently. The glazing unit must be replaced. In most cases the unit can be replaced without replacing the entire skylight frame.
Do you repair Velux skylights across Clare?
Yes. Velux is the most common skylight brand we work on across Clare. We carry out all types of Velux skylight repair including flashing repairs, seal replacement, glazing unit replacement and mechanism servicing. We also work on Fakro and other roof window brands.
Are you insured to carry out skylight repairs in Clare?
Yes. Doherty Roofing is fully insured with public liability cover and our team are Safe Pass certified. We are happy to confirm our insurance details on request.
One of the most common sources of confusion for Clare homeowners dealing with a wet skylight is determining whether the moisture is a genuine leak or condensation. This distinction matters enormously because the cause and solution are entirely different — and misdiagnosing the problem leads to unnecessary cost and continued frustration.
Condensation appears on the interior glass surface, is present regardless of whether it is raining outside, is worst in cold weather and early mornings, and is most common in high-humidity rooms. It is not a leak — the solution involves improving ventilation, upgrading glazing or addressing insulation around the reveal.
A genuine leak appears during or after rainfall, may worsen in wind-driven rain from a specific direction, and typically tracks down the side of the skylight reveal or drips from the frame. Common causes include failed frame seals, deteriorated flashing, cracked glazing, blocked drainage channels or failed sealant at the junction between the frame and roof covering.
Clare's high moisture environment and frequent rainfall means condensation is particularly common on skylights across the county — especially in older properties with single-glazed units or inadequate insulation around the skylight reveal. Doherty Roofing will assess skylight moisture problems carefully to distinguish between the two before recommending any repair work.
We offer a comprehensive range of roofing services in Clare and the surrounding counties. Whatever your roofing needs, Doherty Roofing has you covered.
Doherty Roofing is a fully insured, family-run roofing company based in Limerick. Led by Jim Doherty, we provide expert roof repairs, new roof installations, flat roofs, guttering and more across Limerick, Clare and Tipperary. Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote.
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