Skylights and attic ventilation
Northridge Roofing reflashes and replaces skylights and balances attic ventilation on homes across Lakewood and the Denver metro.
Why does attic ventilation matter for my roof?
An attic needs cool air coming in at the soffits and warm air leaving at the ridge. Without that flow, summer heat bakes the shingles from below, and in winter warm, moist air melts snow on the roof and forms ice dams at the eaves. Both shorten a roof’s life and can void a shingle warranty.
Skylights are the other common leak point. Most skylight leaks come from worn flashing or a failed seal, not the glass. Northridge Roofing reflashes skylights that are still sound and replaces older units with new, flashed skylights when the seal has gone.
When to call us
- Ice dams or heavy icicles along the eaves
- A hot, stuffy attic in summer or frost on the roof deck in winter
- A skylight that drips, fogs or has stained drywall around it
- Shingles aging faster on one side of the roof
What to expect
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Attic check
We measure intake and exhaust and look for moisture or frost.
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Plain recommendation
You get the fix and a fixed price, from a ridge vent to a new skylight.
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Install
Vents or skylights are installed and flashed into the existing roof.
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Test and tidy
We water test skylights and clean up inside and out.
How do I keep my attic ventilated?
Keep soffit vents clear of insulation and paint, never cover ridge vents, and make sure bathroom and kitchen fans vent outside rather than into the attic. Check skylight wells for stains after heavy rain.
Common questions
As a sample price, Northridge Roofing adds ridge venting and balances soffit intake from $650 in Lakewood and the Denver metro. Skylight replacements are quoted separately.
Related services
- 01 Gutters Seamless aluminum gutters, downspouts and gutter guards installed, plus hail-dented and sagging gutters replaced. $1,450 seamless gutters
- 02 Roof leak repair Water stains, drips and wet attic insulation traced to the source and sealed, from failed flashing to cracked pipe boots. $395 leak repair
- 03 Roof repair Missing and cracked shingles, lifted flashing, worn pipe boots and soft decking repaired so the roof lasts its full life. $450 repair
Book skylights and ventilation
Book an inspection online in a minute, or call and talk to a real person. The storm and leak line is answered 24/7.
- Office hours
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- Monday to Friday07:00-18:00
- Saturday08:00-14:00
Book a roof inspection
Tell us what is going on with your roof and a time that suits you. We confirm by phone or text within one business day. For an active leak, please call.