"High quality workmanship. Ivan did a great job installing 3 doors. Converting one window into a door. Work was done in a timely manner. Easy to work with, I will definitely hire again for future projects."
"It was great from start to finish. I called Monday afternoon and was connected to a voice message. Gregg, the owner/installer called back within 15 minutes. We discussed repair or replace and contacting the insurance company. Gregg gave me the direct number for the insurance company's windshield repair specialists. Gregg then scheduled the work for the next morning. He arrived at the appointed time and quickly replaced the damaged windshield. "
"Called to make an appointment to get an estimate of the work and they were friendly on the phone and in person. We were willing to get Doug to come out within a few days and schedule the work within a week. Very happy with how fast and professional the workers were in getting the huge mirrors off the walls and out of the house. We plan to use them again when remodeling our master bath and putting in a glass shower door. "
"Great. Harmon Glass came to my place of employment and replaced my cracked windshield on the date and time they said they would. I have had no problems with the newly replaced windshield. "
"Patera's Cleaning Service has been cleaning our home monthly for a year and a half, and Natallie herself has been cleaning for us for the past 10 months. I have been extremely happy with the quality of her work. She is very thorough and detail-oriented. She notices areas that can use some extra attention and addresses them as time permits. She does an amazing job on our glass shower. It took me a long time to decide to hire someone to clean my home because I have pretty high standards, but Natallie exceeds them. The other cleaners that occasionally come to help are very thorough as well. Natallie is also great with communication, she is friendly and takes the initiative to contact me every month to schedule my cleaning at our mutual convenience. I highly recommend Patera's Cleaning Service! "
"The installers where fabulous! They did a great job. No damage to the walls and they put booties on their shoe EVERY time the came in the house. The A for Professionalism and Punctuality go to the installers. I am very happy with the quality of the windows and love with the end result! For that they get an overall A! The company itself service was good, but I would have preferred a bit more hand holding when spending that much money. No follow up calls from our Sales Rep. Never hear anyone from the sales team after we signed the contract.
"Josh replied to my request very promptly, assessed my needs and completed the repair in a timely manner. I was very pleased with both the quality of work and reasonable price. I would highly recommend him to everyone."
Glass block windows aren’t fire hazards; fire-rated glass block windows can increase your home’s fire safety. Modern glass blocks are made with materials that can resist high temperatures and prevent fire spread. Most offer a 45-minute fire rating, while some increase it to two hours. Compared to the typical 20 to 90 minute rating for a double-pane window, glass block can increase your home’s safety in the event of a fire.
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 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.
You can still see vaguely into some types of glass block windows at night. Although there won’t be clear definitions, passersby may still see shapes, shadows, and movement through the glass. If you want complete privacy, consider installing diamond glass block windows rather than the typical clear or wavy glass blocks.
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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