Maintaining Your Flat Roof Skylight

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Maintaining Your Flat Roof Skylight
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To prolong the life of your new flat roof
skylight, its important to schedule regular
maintenance. While these types of window are
generally designed to withstand a great deal of
wear and tear, a few easy steps will ensure it
continues to look its best and perform as
expected.
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Condensation on the outer glass of rooflights for
flat roofs is entirely normal it indicates that
the thermal insulation is working as it should.
But to prevent condensation from building up
inside, ensure the room below is kept ventilated
and properly heated year round.
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If you have an opening window, hinges should be
greased every two to three years to lubricate
them and keep them opening and closing smoothly.
If possible, remove dirt, debris and leaves from
around the flashing annually. This will prevent
drainage problems. If your flat glass rooflight
is covered with ice or snow for long periods,
brush it off.
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This ensures that when ice melts, the water flows
away safely rather than pooling. That will help
to stop damage to the window seal and surrounding
shingles over the longer term, saving your flat
roof skylight from developing leaks into the room
below.