7/10 Heavy rain - Velux skylight leak

I have a leak in my Velux skylight (installed in 2003 or 2002). It is in a tenants unit on the top floor. Do I need a roofer or someone to fix the skylight? I called Velux and they said since the skylight was not installed by one of their installers there is NO warranty. Any suggestions? Is Velux just a bad product I saw a few post on the Forum about issues. Not sure if they were every resolved.

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Guest User | 4 years and 11 months ago

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Mine are curb installed. It’s possible for a skylight to leak as time goes by. Some of the leak warranties are 10 years so it could be time to replace. But probably best to ask a roofer /skylight installer about waterproofing. [Skylight](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s2/:brownstoner:g91E:skylight.jpg.jpg)

allyslope | 4 years and 11 months ago

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@janedrew Thanks
Do you remember how installed your Velux?
Do you have a photo of yours maybe mines was not installed right.

Guest User | 4 years and 11 months ago

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And https://www.yelp.com/biz/manhattan-roofing-new-york-2

Guest User | 4 years and 11 months ago

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That sounds like a sealing issue – I would start with a roofing company. I’ve learned it’s best to always talk to 2-3 people. Try these guys (don’t know them) but seem like they could help. https://www.yelp.com/biz/fr-construction-brooklyn-7

allyslope | 4 years and 11 months ago

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Looks like all 4 corners. I cant tell where it is coming from. Any suggestions on a fix?

Guest User | 4 years and 11 months ago

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We’ve had Velux for 6 years now with no leaks. It could also be sealing around the skylight – where is the leak?