Frequently Asked Questions

Look for a sheet of plastic or cardboard and tape it over the opening from the outside. Doing this will reduce the chance of further damage.

You can place masking tape over the cracked areas.

Glass showers are easy to clean. Here is a tip: after using the shower, use a towel to keep the glass clean. This will also prevent water stains. 

The windshield of your car is made of laminated safety glass. What makes it unique is its special construction. It is designed to offer optimum safety in the event of a crash. Laminated safety glass is composed of two pieces of glass, with a thin layer of vinyl sandwiched between them. The three pieces are laminated together by applying heat and pressure in as special oven called an autoclave.

If a small object strikes a piece of safety glass, often only the outer layer stuck breaks. This feature is what makes windshield rock chip repair possible. In a more severe impact, the glass “shatters” but usually does not fly apart. The broken pieces of glass generally adhere to the vinyl inner lining. Laminated safety glass also acts as a barrier to objects moving inside the vehicle.

The side and rear windows are made of tempered glass. As the name implies, the glass has been “tempered” or put through a special process where it is heated, then rapidly cooled. This process makes the glass many times stronger than un-tempered glass of the same thickness.

Upon impact, tempered glass is designed to disintegrate into small pieces of glass about the size of rock salt. There should be no large, jagged pieces of glass to injure the driver or passengers. However, the force needed to break a piece of tempered glass is considerably more than an un-tempered one.

Repairing or replacing your windshield is beneficial not only for aesthetic purposes but for your safety as well. A small crack can make the window much easier to shatter even in minor accidents. Getting them repaired sooner rather than later can also prevent you from spending more on a complete replacement.

If you leave your cracked or chipped windshield unattended for too long, you could find yourself paying more expensive auto glass repair fees or even a premature replacement. You also leave yourself open to further damage because even a minor fender-bender can cause the glass to shatter and harm you or your passengers.

Most windows can last anywhere between 15 to 30 years depending on the material, maintenance, and climate. Vinyl windows have the shortest lifespan while wood and fiberglass have the longest lifespan. However, if your windows are older than 15 years old, it is time to start paying attention. You need to watch for signs of leaks, rot, decay, warping, or damage. You should only have to replace windows once, maybe twice in your life.

Our installers can work under any condition and during any season. However, there are certain times of year that are more conducive to the installation of new windows. Caulk cures best during warm weather. 

If you notice formation of rust or corrosion on the metal, a crack or discoloration on the glass, if the door won’t close or doesn’t fit properly, or you find yourself mopping up after each shower, you probably need a new shower door. 

Security glass is also called safety glass. It is a specialized glass with extra strength and resistance to provide safety and security for those around. It can be made from various materials, though most security glass is made using tempered glass.