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Avatar for AG Glass & Mirrors, LLC.
AG Glass & Mirrors, LLC.
4.8(
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Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was having a problem with the glass door of my shower, with the door scraping against the hinged side of the glass. AG Glass arrived when they said they would and completed the repair right then. The door works great, no more scraping sound every time it opens and closes. I'm very happy with the work, highly recommend!"
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+35

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A1 Olson Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Replaced a roof in a timely fashion due to weather conditions of being in the 90s which was awesome and will definitely hire again"
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+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quinlan Construction - Decks and Renovations
4.4(
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Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"On time and exceptional work. Very easy to work with"
Old Kitchen Cabinets
Old Flooring
Old Cabinets / Sink
Finish Kitchen
Back Yard Deck & Bridge

+9

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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J.Z.A. Maintenance & Remodel
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Glass Blocks - InstallGlass Blocks - Install - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We bring years of hands-on experience in various trades, ensuring the job is done correctly the first time.

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C+ shower doors
5.0(
6
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Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Must give a huge thank you to C+shower doors . Fast response for estimates and service . Very professional and knowledgeable . Extremely pleased with the final product . Will contact them for future projects ."
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+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top Notch Glass Repair
4.7(
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Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called at noon on Friday, and within an hour they had been here, measured and given me an estimate for the glass on my sliding door. By noon Saturday, they were done replacing the window."
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+3

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Stern Glass Works, LLC
5.0(
5
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Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Maia figured out how to repair 3 pairs of my dichroic glass earrings so that earwires would stay embedded in them and not come out. She really saved the day for me, and was very concerned and helpful in her work. Fair price, as well."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Glass Block questions, answered by experts

Glass block windows come in various patterns and styles that offer privacy and unique aesthetics. Frosted or textured glass diffuses light and enhances privacy. Wave-pattern glass blocks imitate ocean waves with flowing lines. Ice-glass blocks resemble cracked ice. Fluted glass blocks feature parallel vertical grooves, adding texture and depth. Clear glass blocks, similar to glass Coke bottles, offer transparency with some distortion and may have smooth surfaces or subtle textures, adding visual interest.

Their thickness depends on application, but most glass walls are typically 3/8 to 3/4 of an inch thick. Although it’s not as common, single panes of glass can also be 1 inch thick.

Installing glass block windows has benefits and disadvantages, as with most materials. The pros and cons can vary depending on the type of glass block and the window location.

Pros

  • Maintains privacy while letting light into the bathroom

  • Energy efficient

  • Sealed to prevent drafts

  • Aesthetically pleasing

  • Strong and secure

Cons

  • Costly to install

  • Challenging installation

  • Challenging repair

Glass block installation can be relatively expensive due to the range of material costs and the labor time to assemble this type of specialty window. The process proceeds slowly as the glass does not absorb moisture from mortar and silicone caulk takes longer to harden, leaving spacers to hold up the structure until the caulk or mortar begins to cure. Plus, if your current windows have structural issues or damage, you’ll need to repair them before beginning the project, increasing your bottom line. 

New glass costs anywhere from $3 to $100 per square foot. More specifically, tempered and insulated glass—a common option for sliding glass doors—costs between $10 and $14 per square foot.

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