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Owens
New to Angi

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

Butcher & Butcher Construction is 50 years strong and is nationally recognized as a leader in quality for both commercial roofing systems, and high-end specialty roofing applications, such as slate, cedar, tile, and metal. We also offer a 24-hour full-service department for all your roof repair needs. Our glass division (B&B Glass) has extensive experience in residential glass, storefronts, schools and government-spec blast-resistant installations.\n\nAt Butcher & Butcher Construction, we go out of our way to hire men and women who understand the importance of client satisfaction. These are people who take genuine pride in their craftsmanship and accept total responsibility for a job well done. Our expert professionals are among the best in the industry and possess the same qualities the founding members established as guidelines in 1974.\n\nThey are:\n\nWork to the complete satisfaction of each and every customer\n\nComplete a job professionally, expertly and safely\n\nBe committed to organization, efficiency and cleanliness at all job sites\n\nRespect the client's tenancy and the need to lessen inconvenience.\n\nAlways be hardworking, courteous and honest.\n\nButcher & Butcher Construction values the professionalism and dedication of its employees. Training to acquire advanced skills and promotion within the company is encouraged and we protect our employees with extensive safety training. The staff constantly receives updated information about technological advancements and changes in the industry. All of these practices are in place to ensure that we can meet the challenges of each unique construction project and maintain the standard of excellence that Butcher & Butcher demands of itself.

Cameron Wood
New to Angi

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

3rd generation carpenter currently looking for side work as I have 2 young boys and a wife we are trying our best to keep as a SAHM. I work full time as a crew lead remodeling bathrooms. Have been with this company for over 4 years. Leading a crew since 6 months of being there. I have an extremely broad range of abilities in this field and plan to be the handyman you continue returning to!

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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

Options include tempered, laminated, and tinted glass for various needs.

Luckily, glass block windows need minimal maintenance. Other than regular cleaning, the only maintenance involved in having a glass block window is inspecting for cracks every year and applying sealer to the mortar joints if the blocks are set in masonry mortar. Glass block windows hold up well against wind and moisture better than traditional windows and are not prone to rot.

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.

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. 

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