Hilton Fairfax Virginia Skylight Inspection

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  • Location: 12777 Fair Lakes Cir Fairfax, VA 22033
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Skylight Inspection/Certification

  • An onsite skylight survey and inspection was made on 8/26/2025 by Skylight Specialists, Inc.

1. Main Lobby – Skylight Manufacturer: Unknown Age: 10+ years

One (1) 26’ x 26’ (nominal) glass, pyramid, curb mount, original skylight.

A glass pyramid skylight on a flat rooftop reflects the cloudy blue sky. In the background, there are trees and a multi-story building.
  • Glazing: tempered over laminate, Dual Glazed, fall protected. Glass is showing age, and the seals are failing, allowing moisture between the glass panes. We noted 6 panes of glass where the seals have failed so far.
  • Structure: Functional with adequate spacing and size, structural aluminum frame. Paint is chipping away on the beauty caps on the exterior.
  • Anchors: Adequate anchor size and count around perimeter.
  • Curbs: Adequate height.
  • Flashing: Functional with adequate size and function. Missing some fasteners and should be replaced.
  • Weep system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Drainage system: Adequate and Functional, showing signs of water infiltration with the water being diverted to the weep system and exited skylight.
  • Sealants and caulking: Showing its age and should be monitored for leaks and replaced
  • Evaluation: Skylight is in an acceptable condition, but could use glass replacements and resealing in the future.

2. 2 single slope skylights – Skylight Manufacturer: Unknown –

Two (2) 18’ down slope x 60’ (nominal) glass, single slope, structural, original skylight.

Rooftop view showing a modern building's glass single slop[e skylight reflecting blue sky and clouds, blending sleek architecture with serene outdoor elements.
A modern building with a glass single slop[e skylight reflecting a vibrant blue sky and clouds. Nearby, trees and another building create a serene, sunny scene.
  • Glazing: Glass, tempered over laminate, insulated unit, fall protected Glass is showing age, and the seals are failing, allowing moisture between the glass panes. We noted 9 panes on the South skylight and 4 panes on the North skylight where the seals have failed.
  • Structure: Functional with adequate spacing and size. Paint is chipping away on the beauty caps on the exterior.
  • Anchors: Adequate anchor size and count around perimeter.
  • Flashing: Functional with adequate size and function.
  • Weep system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Drainage system: Adequate and Functional,
  • Sealants and caulking: Showing its age and should be monitored for leaks and replaced
  • Evaluation: Skylight is in acceptable condition but should be monitored for leaks. Skylight is in an acceptable condition, but could use glass replacements and resealing in the future.

3. Porte Cochere – Skylight Manufacturer: Unknown –

One (1) 20’ x 51’ (nominal) glass, ridge, curb mount, relatively new skylight

A covered walkway leads to a building entrance surrounded by lush greenery and parked cars under a bright blue sky, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Glazing: Glass, clear, insulated unit, fall protected, Good condition, Functional with adequate spacing and size.
  • Structure: Adequate spacing and size.
  • Anchors: Missing anchors and should be replaced.
  • Flashing: Functional with adequate size and function
  • Weep system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Drainage system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Sealants and caulking: In good condition.
  • Evaluation: Skylight is in good condition. Just recommend another inspection in 5 years.

4. Back Door entrance – Skylight Manufacturer: Unknown.

One (1) 6’ down slope x 12’ (nominal) glass, single slope, structural, relatively new .

Modern building entrance with glass doors and metal frame, flanked by beige walls. Shadows from overhead structure create a geometric pattern.
  • Glazing: Tempered over laminate, Insulated Unit, fall protected, Good condition,
  • Structure: Adequate spacing and size structural aluminum frame.
  • Anchors: Adequate anchor size and count around perimeter.
  • Flashing: Functional with adequate size and function
  • Weep system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Drainage system: Adequate and Functional.
  • Sealants and caulking: In good condition.
  • Evaluation: In good condition and needs no work.

Evaluation of All Skylights

Unit 1 Main Lobby / Dinning room : Should be monitored for leaks, but the skylight is in an acceptable condition. Could use new glass seals are failing and coming to the end of their life

Unit 2 : 2 Single Slope Skylights: Should be monitored for leaks, but the skylight is in an acceptable condition. Could use new glass seals are failing and coming to the end of their life.

Unit 3 Porte Cochere: In good condition and needs no work.

Unit 4 Back Door Entrance : In good condition and needs no work.

Five Year Plan:

Priority 1 – Immediate (must be done; leaks, life safety etc.).

  1. Do not let any personnel or visitors access to the roof without proper fall protection training and equipment.

Priority 2 – Short Term (should be done within the next year or two).

  1. Repair/Maintenance on glass skylights 1 and 2. # skylights need glass replacement, caulking to prevent leaks and damage.
  2. New Beauty caps.

Priority 3 – Long term (within 5 years or more).

  1. Re-inspect every five years.

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