Top-rated glass block pros.

Get matched with top glass block pros in Penhook, VA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your glass block service project in Penhook, VA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Glass Block Service pros in Penhook, VA

*The Angi rating for Glass Block Service companies in Penhook, VA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Glass Block Service needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Glass Block Service companies in Penhook, VA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Glass Block Service needs.

Last update on September 24, 2024

Find Glass block pros in Penhook

Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
)
Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Penhook, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Request Quote
Taylor's Tile
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Penhook, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Taylor's Tile 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.

Request Quote
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.

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.

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. 

Although glass block windows are made of multiple layers of thick glass, they can still break. If an individual block shatters, it can be removed and replaced, but this is a job for a window repair professional. The project is often complex and may require breaking the block further for removal. Do not attempt to handle it yourself, as the broken glass can be dangerously sharp. A professional will have the necessary tools and expertise to replace the broken glass block quickly and safely. Before hiring, confirm that the repair pro has experience with this specific type of window.

The Penhook, VA homeowners’ guide to glass block services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles