Skylight repair/replace?

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AbbottsManor
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Hi,
I have a 1990 Fleetwood with a typical plastic bubble type skylight in the master bath. It is leaking and getting worse. There is no rhyme or reason to when it leaks but I thing there has to be wind from a certain direction. No one wants to touch it, the man that reroofed the house 10 years ago wants nothing to do with it. Is it possible to replace it with a commercially available skylight or should I look for someone to remove it and roof over it?

Thanks,

Chris
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JD
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Whether you replace the skylight or roof over the hole is up to you. I don't know which would be cheaper, if done properly. If you are roofing over, I would replace the sheathing where the hole is, which would require replacing more shingles. When installing a skylight, a leak free installation is all about the flashing installed around the skylight. Buying a quality skylight generally ensures quality flashing. A good flashing will shed water naturally and not be dependent on caulking. It is best to incorporate a roofing underlayment. Here is a good example. https://youtu.be/8xcxQ5Xxiyo On mobile homes, I also like to use underlayment like Grace Ice & Water Shield, GAF Weatherguard under all skylights, all vents, ridge cap and eve edges. In this case, the skylight. Also, if your shingles are more than 60% worn, you might want to consider reroofing at least that entire side of the home.
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