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Reliable Basement Services LLC
4.7(
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Glass Blocks - InstallGlass Blocks - Install - For BusinessStained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Every time we had a big rain, our basement window wells on one side of the house would fill up and huge amounts of water would cascade into the basement through the window framing and window seals.  
I had several landscaping contractors as well as basement/foundation contractors out to help us resolve our flooding basement. Everyone came up with either extremely complicated solutions that would require a significant amount of excavation or solutions that were so simple it was obvious that they didn't understand the scope of the problem.
After about two months of having different people come out and evaluate the problem, I stumbled upon Reliable Basement through Angie's List.  Their estimator, Steve Teuchen, took a quick look and immediately proposed what turned out to be the simplest (though labor intensive) and best solution.
Everything went very well.  Scheduling was tricky because there were some issues with getting permit approval through the Village of Hinsdale, but Steve took care of cutting through all of that red tape. He remained in consistent contact with me to let me know the status of the permit and whenever they had to jockey my project around on their schedule to accommodate the delays that were due to the Village permit process. Once the project started, the crew was great.  This was a big project with a lot of heavy-duty digging crossing into the path of several utility lines in very cold weather. They were very professional and good about communication with me throughout the project.  They cleaned up every day and once they completed the interior work for the new window well drainage piping, that area of our basement was actually cleaner than it was when they first entered.
Best of all, after a snowy Winter and several pretty heavy rains so far this Spring, the basement is dry, so it all seems to be working properly.  I would highly recommend Reliable Basement!
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Arrow Masonry & Exteriors Inc
4.2(
178
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Glass Blocks - InstallGlass Blocks - Install - For Business

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All around, Arrow Masonry was outstanding. Mike visited our 3-flat building several times over the last few years to diagnose and advise on different problems, saving us thousands in unnecessary repairs. I sincerely wish all service providers and contractors operated the way Mike's operation does. This is a well-oiled machine with a commitment to quality and a pride for getting the details right. I highly recommend Mike and Arrow Masonry for any brick, block, and cement sealing and repair work. We were in year 8 of our split-face block's 10-year sealant life expectancy. In preparation for a re-seal, a major building expense, we did some preliminary shopping and received 4 quotes last year. Mike's quote wasn't the cheapest and it wasn't the most expensive. However, his command of masonry and ability to call out the details was impressive. He and his office (shout out to Patti!) were highly responsive as well. Our Association felt the most confidence in Mike's quote and decided that when the time came, we would go with Arrow Masonry. This year, the units in our building experienced 3 leaks above 3 different windows within 120 days. Time to accelerate the sealing job! We were able to get Mike and his crew scheduled to come out within 2 weeks. The crew showed up, on time, at 7 AM sharp and worked through 5 PM each day. It took a total of 4 days to get the job done. After each day, they cleaned up the entire site as if they were never there. This was greatly appreciated. Steve, the foreman, and the rest of the crew were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and addressed a lot of extra details that we did not even ask the team to address. They repaired our front steps, unprompted, and did a high quality overhaul of the flashing on our rear balconies to help prevent runoff down the exterior block below each deck. I did a final review the day after the job, loaded up a photo album of small adjustments that had to be made, shared with Mike, and he had the crew out in 24 hours, a Saturday morning, to wrap up all the final details. They really knocked it out of the park! Our Association could not be more satisfied with the job and the experience. We will happily use them again when the need arises."
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Glass Block questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for small projects, but professional installation ensures proper sealing, structural integrity, and a precise finish.

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 block mortar is the best choice for glass block window units. It is specifically formulated for glass block window installation. Glass block mortar is usually a mixture of Portland cement, sand, and special chemicals. It is a white mortar that is applicable inside and outside your home. Do not use regular tile mortar because it may not have the binding strength and flexibility required for glass block windows.

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. 

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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