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Northern Exteriors Company, Inc.
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Vanderbilt, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1958

Northern Exteriors Co., Inc. has been in the home improvement business since 1958. We carry workman's compensation, liability insurance, and our craftsmanship is second to none. We here at Northern offer something never seen in the construction industry, a LIFETIME warranty on our labor! Our work entails: job supervision by an owner every 3-5 days, our windows carry a LIFETIME warranty, and the jobsite is thoroughly cleaned and trash is hauled away. When we start a job, we stay on it until it is completed within a reasonable amount of time. We are members of the Kalkaska, Gaylord, and Grand Traverse chamber of commerce. We are also members of the North Central Michigan Home Builders Association. All of our work is repeat or referral from satisfied customers. We warranty all of our labor with the exception of roofing for life! Our roofing carries a 12 year warranty!

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, many professionals provide custom-cut glass replacements for enclosures that require precise sizing.

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.

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

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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