Even quality skylight domes made of acrylic and polycarbonate can be susceptible to damage caused by inclement weather. So, how can you replace a skylight dome yourself? Find out below.
How To Replace Skylight Dome
Use our step-by-step guide to replace your skylight dome:
- Begin the removal by drilling the rivet out.
- Remove all existing trim from the traditional skylight.
- Now completely remove the existing skylight.
- Use the new dome to replace your broken/damaged skylight.
- Next, replace all the previously removed trims.
- Lastly, rivet all the trims back together.
Does the replacement process differ when it comes to a traditional dome and frame? Yes, it does. Follow these steps below:
- Start by removing either the rivets or screw.
- Lift the entire frame and dome up.
- Replace these items with a new frame and dome fit for a traditional skylight.
- Rivet the new frame and dome so it matches the previous version.
How do you replace your dome with a framed sky window and glass? Use this guide:
- Completely remove the frame and dome.
- Make modifications, if necessary.
- Custom fit the new frame window and glass.
- Rivet the new skylight window frame.
What Causes Damage To Skylights?
Unfortunately, any kind of inclement weather can cause damage to your skylights. Here are a few things that could make skylight replacements a necessity:
- Hailstorms: The biggest potential danger here is the actual size of the hail. Hail is one of the top culprits of skylight damage.
- Wind: Wind patterns can undoubtedly alter how a hailstorm impacts a specific area. Wind will change the speed and angle at which hail falls to the ground.
- Roofing Material: There are some roofing materials that can absorb the impact of hailstorms. Metal roofing, though, is one such material that can be damaged by hail. Tile roofing, meanwhile, performs well against inclement weather.
- Glass: Larger, intense hailstorms can cause glass to shatter.
- Polymer: Domed skylights can typically withstand the impact of small to medium-sized storms. Most materials will be damaged during larger storms, though.
How Much Does A Skylight Replacement Cost?
The average cost of skylight replacement is $1,600. Skylight replacement costs range from $900-$2,300 when professionally installed. Replacing just the glass, however, usually costs between $300 – $800, including the labor. Dual- or triple-paned windows are going to be on the higher-end of that range.
Inclement weather or a tree branch plunging through your window could cause one of the panes to break. In situation, a professional is going to need to replace the glass.
Subject to the product, replacing it can be expensive since a professional might to remove the entire skylight for replacing the pane. Get estimates first. When the cost is too expensive, it could be easier to just fully replace it rather than only changing out the glass or just one the panes.
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