"Started with Rachel on the phone who was kind and specific. She quoted a firm price over the phone and set up the appointment. The technician, Ed, was friendly and helpful. He arrived right on time, told me how long it would take and proceeded to vacuum up the hundreds of shards of glass, somehow getting every one of them. The replacement window was installed for exactly the price quoted. They came to my house and all I had to do was pay and say thank you. I highly recommend The Glass Doctor. They were great and their price was considerably less than other providers including those who did not offer home service. The window fits perfectly and operates smoothly."
"From start to finish, the experience was great. Answered calls, came out to estimate quickly, glass was ordered promptly and install was great. Also, were conscious of safety and wore masks when inside house which was appreciated. Highly recommend."
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We provide professional services at affordable prices and no job is too big or small. We look forward to earning your business! Contact us for a consultation and lets get started!
"NEVER GOT THE ESTIMATE. BY THE TIME THAT THE CALIFORNIA CLOSETS DESIGNER WAS ABLE TO COME (2 WEEKS AFTER I CALLED), A CLOSET WORKS DESIGNER HAD ALREADY BEEN TO MY HOUSE, SUBMITTED A GREAT DESIGN, AND WORKED TO FINALIZE IT WITH ME. AT THAT POINT I WAS HAPPY WITH THE OTHER DESIGN AND DID NOT WANT TO START THE DESIGN PROCESS OVER WITH ANOTHER COMPANY."
"The frame around our leaded glass window was rotting. Rather than install a new window, Superior was able to save the existing leaded glass window and just install a new storm/screen. They rebuilt the rotting frame. Looks beautiful. Much cheaper than a window replacement and kept the integrity of the house intact. Nice people. Good work. Good prices. "
"VERY PROFESSIONAL AND REASONABLY PRICED. ANSWERED ALL MY QUESTIONS AND THEY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HOW I WANTED MY WINDOWS SET. MATCHED ALL MY OTHER WINDOWS THAT WERE ALREADY GLASS BLOCK."
"Paul Beasley of Custom Glass Block was punctual and professional throughout the work process and provided an accurate written estimate. He and his associate performed all of the demolition on the existing window as well as the prep work on the frame. Paul offered some configuration advice for the new window which is now installed and looks great! "
"I called three Angie's List companies for estimates on tuckpointing work that was needed on our home. This was the first time we've ever needed this type of work done. We chose J & B Restoration based on their responsiveness to our request for a quote, their Angie's List ratings, and price. Bruce and Jennifer Sell are very professional and attentive, and it was nice working with them. When I asked Bruce to reattach the gutters, which was outside of the work I had originally asked for, he came right away and took care of the items requested. The crew performing the tuckpointing were neat, courteous, and professional. The finished tuckpointing looks great and is barely noticeable! The new mortar matches the existing color almost perfectly, and the lines are clean and straight. We just had landscaping done prior, but J & B kept the area around our home neat and clean. I would recommend J & B to anyone needing the restoration services they provide."
"Asked for a quote for the exterior painting job and answered my questions quite promptly. Didn't use his service because it would be cheaper for me to go with siding instead rather than having my house professionally paint every 3 years. "
"I found the company on Angies list and bought the 4 hours of carpentry as a gift for a friend.The owner Curt Shultheiss came and looked at what had to be done.Curt said every problem has a solution.Curt showed a portfolio of his past work he had done.It was quite impressive.He was a very personable fellow.The crew he sent was very professional in every sense.They even took the picture off the walls and removed the furniture for my friend.Curt followed up on the job all the time the carpenters were working.The job turned out well and I would highly recommend Curt and his crew."
Most installations take 1-3 days, depending on the number of blocks and customization requirements.
Glass block windows typically last for 15 to 30 years, which is slightly less than the 20- to 50-year lifespan of standard windows. You can extend their life by resealing them every few years. Professional installation is also key to ensuring the windows are placed correctly and will function properly for years to come. A professional installer will have the necessary skills, tools, and knowledge to install these features and can identify potential issues like damaged frames or cramped areas during a consultation.
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.
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.
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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