Clean skylight weep holes and drainage channels
Why it matters
Clogged weep holes trap water at the skylight base. Interior water pools, condenses, and is often misdiagnosed as a failed dome seal, leading to unnecessary dome replacement when cleaning solves the problem.
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How to do it
- 1
Locate skylight frame weep holes at base corners and bottom-center
- 2
Use straightened paper clip or stiff wire to gently probe and clear each weep hole
- 3
Inspect internal frame drainage channels for debris accumulation
- 4
Vacuum or brush out loose debris from drainage channels
- 5
Monitor area for condensation after next rain to verify drainage is working
- 6
Consider placing removable screens over weep holes to reduce debris entry while preserving drainage