Find Fast and Reliable Glass Repair for Your Home’s Windows
Accidents happen! Sometimes, stray debris or a fly ball can soar into your home’s windows, resulting in cracked or shattered windowpanes. Now you’ll have to have your window replaced. Not so fast! There’s no need to go through the expensive process of replacing your entire window. Window glass repair and replacement is a significantly faster and more straightforward process. With expert glass installers from Glass Specialty WLC, we can restore your property’s windows to like new, and ensure your new windowpanes can benefit your home in additional ways. Call today to request a quote!
What Are the Signs You Should Fix or Replace Your Glass?
Obviously, if your home’s windows are cracked, shattered or broken, finding replacement glass is a must. However, are there other reasons for needing window glass repair or replacement? Absolutely! Older windows or windows installed inaccurately have their fair share of issues that can be corrected with the addition of new glass panes. Some of the reasons why you might consider glass pane repair or replacement include:
- Obstructed Views – Over time, windows can develop condensation between the panes due to broken seals. This affects visibility and reduces the insulating properties of your windows.
- Drafty Homes – Gaps or cracks in glass panes can cause drafts to escape into your home. In turn, it can be more of a challenge to maintain consistent temperatures indoors.
- Difficult Operation – If your windows are difficult to open or close, it could be due to warped or damaged glass misshaping your window’s frame, thus causing it to stick or jam.
- Noise Pollution – Unfortunately, older, less-insulated glass panes are less effective at insulating your home from external noises.
- Faded Furniture – Besides poor insulation, older glass lacks proper UV protection, resulting in faded carpets, curtains and furniture.
- Security Concerns – Broken or weakened glass compromises the security of your home, making it easier (and more enticing) for potential intruders to break in.
What Does Bad Glass Lead To?
If left unchecked for too long, chipped, cracked, or shattered glass can lead to problems for you and your household. Whether contending with high energy bills, hazardous living conditions, or potential water damage, new glass panes are the way you can correct such issues.
- Safety Hazards – Chipped or cracked windowpanes can leave sharp edges alongside the damaged portion of the glass. If your glass were to break further or shatter, you risk a shard of glass on the floor and potentially in someone’s feet!
- Water Damage – Cracks in windows are especially susceptible to water and moisture leaking into your home. While leaks around windows can seem like minor issues at first, continued exposure to water can leave parts of your home growing mold or rotting away. If water damage progresses enough, you’ll have to replace more than glass panes.
- Energy Loss – Have you noticed your AC or heating is working extra hard to maintain your home’s temperatures, resulting in higher electric bills? This can be the direct result of gaps and cracks in your windowpanes. By installing new glass with energy-efficient features like Low-E glass or gas fills, you lower your home’s energy consumption by a significant margin.
- Reduced Security/Protection – You don’t leave doors or windows unlocked when you leave your house or go to bed. So, why wouldn’t you have cracked or broken glass panes fixed for increased security? Busted glass on windows can leave your home vulnerable to potential intruders.
What You Can Expect from Glass Specialty
Glass Specialty has been Macomb, Galesburg, Monmouth and the surrounding communities glass experts for over 40 years. Our experienced glass repair and replacement team understand what it takes to quickly and efficiently restore your windows’ glass to like-new. Using glass products supplied by Pella and Heartland, we’ve helped resolve glass problems with bay, double-hung, picture, awning, casement and all window types. Additionally, if you require glass service beyond windows, Glass Specialty assists with:
Give Us a Call
When glass panes break, don’t jump to immediate replacement of a window, nor let it go long without fixing. Ensure you receive reliable glass repair and replacement for your windows with Glass Specialty WLC. Contact us today at 309-343-6139 (Galesburg Office) or 309-228-2638 (Macomb Office) to request a quote.
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