Old Silk Stocking sits just south of the University of Oklahoma campus with narrow lots and mature trees that make roof access tight. Homes here date from the early 1900s through the 1950s, many with original wood-framed skylights that crack under the hail and high winds that sweep through Cleveland County each spring. Norman Skylight Experts, based at 17409 S Sooner Rd, reaches these streets quickly from the south side and works around the limited parking and overhead branches typical of the district.
Frequent warm-season thunderstorms dump heavy rain on aging asphalt and metal roofs in the neighborhood. Leaks often appear first around skylight curbs where flashing has pulled away after decades of freeze-thaw cycles. Our crews focus on targeted curb rebuilding and new flashing details that match the steeper pitches found on many Old Silk Stocking houses without disturbing surrounding historic brick or siding.
When replacement is needed we match existing skylight sizes and profiles so the look stays consistent with the district's character. We schedule around OU game days and Campus Corner traffic so work stays on time even during peak storm season.
Around Old Silk Stocking
We regularly work near:
- 📍Reaves Park
- 📍University of Oklahoma campus
- 📍Campus Corner
- 📍Boyd Street
- 📍Asp Avenue
- 📍Downtown Norman
Skylight Leak Repair in Old Silk Stocking — Local Notes
- •Narrow driveways and mature oaks in Old Silk Stocking require ladder placement from the street side on many jobs.
- •Steep roof pitches common on 1920s–1940s homes here increase fall risk and call for extra staging during skylight work.
- •Poor original drainage around skylights combines with clay-heavy soil to push water under flashing during prolonged spring rains.
- •Historic wood curbs often need full rebuild rather than patch because decades of leaks have rotted the framing beneath the shingles.