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WV Glass Company
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Glass Blocks - InstallGlass Blocks - Install - For BusinessStained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Williamson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1965

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Since 1965, West Virginia Glass Company has offered you high-quality residential and commercial glass services that will fit your needs and budget. From storefronts to frameless shower doors, we promise that you�ll be completely satisfied with our services and products. Our number-one goal is customer satisfaction, and we strive to attain absolute perfection in everything we do.\n\nAt West Virginia Glass Company, we are a locally owned business that prides ourselves on our ability to create even the most difficult of designs while not compromising our promptness or quality. Our wide variety of services and talents leaves you with an infinite number of possibilities, so feel free to be as creative as you�d like in your requests.\n\nWith our free consultations, competitive prices, and amazing range of services, you�re sure to become another of our many satisfied residential, commercial or industrial customers.\n\n

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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