Skylights bring in a lot of light and warmth into your house. Your home looks bright and lively. However, the most important aspect about skylights is the right installation. The major problem you face because of bad installation is leaks. With time, the leaking increases and causes a number of problems inside the home. Gaps in inadequate sealing of the skylight during installation can allow moisture to seep into the house and makes the interiors humid. You feel uncomfortable inside the house.
The excess moisture inside the house can cause mold buildup. If you, a person in your family or guests who come to visit you suffer allergies or respiratory problems, mold infestation caused due to bad installation can worsen the problem. Another problem that you could face is rotting of the wooden elements in your house, thanks to the excess moisture content. The more you delay repair or replacement, higher is the damage caused.
The best way to avoid these problems is to hire an efficient skylight contractor. With the installation done meticulously, you can save yourself a lot of trouble and money. Make sure that you check the license, expertise and experience of the contractor before hiring. A good contractor might cost more but can help you save a lot of money in the long run.