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Steve Macy Stained Glass and Design
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Serving Georgetown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

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Steve Macy Staneglass Design is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Georgetown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Traymar Construction, LLC.
New to Angi

Serving Georgetown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Over the past years, we have grown into the successful company that we are today. Envisioned by founder Marion Felgenhauer, Tramar Construction, LLC has focused strictly on doing what is best for our customers; providing excellence, reliability and quality service. We understand that by providing our customers with the tools they need and the customer service they deserve, our company will continue to strive and grow in this industry.\n\nAt Tramar Construction, LLC, we take great pride in our craftsmanship. Whether you are looking to finish a basement, remodel a kitchen or bathroom, or add a disability ramp to your existing home, Tramar Construction, LLC is the right choice for a professional committed to honesty and integrity in the building industry.\n\nTo us, quality construction means delivering a superior product and working in a professional and cost-effective manner. Our approach is straightforward. Our workmanship is exemplary and we complete every job in a timely fashion.

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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.

Glass walls are more expensive overall than their brick or drywall counterparts. However, if you need walls for a building with more than two or three stories, glass walls are the more budget-friendly option.

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.

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

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