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Valley View Custom Construction
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Eltopia, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Valley View Custom Construction has been in business since 1999 with over 6 years of experience in the trade. We pride our company on providing expert consultation and customer service. Valley View Custom Construction guarantees the best competitive prices. From a service call to a big project, we do it all. Please call today so we can complete your dream home.

All Points Construction
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Glass Blocks - InstallStained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Eltopia, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

All Points Construction is experienced in assisting customers with all aspects of the construction process. Keen attention is paid to the customers needs and budget during the beginning design stage. All options are presented to our customer so that they can have the best design for their particular project. All-Points Construction can finish your project in a timely manner while maintaining the highest quality possible. In addition, you can rest assured that our projects will stand the test of time with our 3year workmanship warranty.

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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.

Heavy glass tends to be more expensive than thin glass because it is stronger and more durable. In most cases, ¼-inch-thick glass is ideal for mirrors, and ⅛-inch-thick glass is ideal for residential windows. Heavier glass isn’t always necessary, and can be more challenging to hang or install. Work with a local window installation pro for replacement or new construction windows.

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.

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.

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.

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