Not So Fragile Glass

We commonly think of glass objects as fragile items that can be easily broken or damaged.  Glass bottles, jars, tableware and windows are all susceptible to breakage.

Glass For Different Uses

Soda glass or soda-lime glass is the most common variety of glass. It is used for making windowpanes, tableware, bottles and bulbs.

Tempered Safety Glass

Tempered glass is produced by heating glass at a high temperature then rapidly cooling it. This process makes the glass stronger and also changes the way the glass breaks.

Reasons to Replace Dual Pane Window Glass

There are numerous reasons why you should have to repair or replace dual pane window glass in your home’s windows.

The Life Span of a Dual-Pane Insulated Window

The life span of a dual-pane insulated window is very much affected by where the window is located.

Glass in the Future

Advances in glass manufacturing technologies are helping to create a future where glass is the most advanced material used in our homes, businesses and electronic devices.

Window Glass Standards for Homes in Arizona

Dual-pane windows are the standard for homes in Arizona and the desert southwest.

Common Commercial Glass

Glass can be engineered to exhibit different physical, chemical, and optical properties. Different applications require specific types of glass and manufacturing processes.

Dual Pane Windows Insulate Your Home

Dual pane windows on homes in Arizona not only insulate your home's interior from the searing summer heat, but they also keep in the heat during cold desert days and nights.

Home Window Glass Fast Facts

Here are some home window glass fast facts! What is Tempered glass? Tempered glass is glass that has been heat treated and it breaks into small pieces. What is Annealed Glass? Annealed glass is non-tempered and it breaks into jagged shards. 

Seals In Older Windows Degrade Over Time

The seals in older dual pane windows can degrade over time. When exposed to the harsh Arizona sun, they can become soft and begin to sag. When this happens, the seals have failed. 

The Annealing Process of Glass

Annealing of glass is a process of slowly cooling hot glass after it has been formed, to relieve residual internal stresses introduced during manufacture.

How Does Window Glass Work As a Thermal Insulator?

How does window glass work as a thermal insulator? The insulator is the vacuum between the two walls of a double paned window. Vacuum is a good insulator because it shuts down both conduction and convection, two of the main mechanisms of heat transport. 

Is Glass Really a Liquid?

Some people believe that glass is really a liquid at room temperature because of its molecular properties. Liquids have a definite volume, but they take the shape of their container. A solid has a fixed shape as well as fixed volume. 

Advantages of Energy-Efficient Dual-Pane Windows

There are many advantages to energy-efficient dual-pane windows. When compared to single-pane glass, dual-pane windows save money as they can reduce energy usage by up to 25% during the winter, and by up to 15% in the hot Arizona summer. 

Aluminum and Vinyl Window Frames

Both aluminum window frames and vinyl window frames incorporate the same energy efficient features like low-e glass and multiple panes of insulated glass. Aluminum and vinyl window frames are noted for their strength, durability, and low maintenance. There are no significant differences in maintenance requirements between the two materials.

Fixing Fogged Glass In a Dual Pane Window

The seals on insulated glass windows occasionally fail, allowing moist air between the glass panes, where it condenses.  If dual-pane windows appear misty or foggy, it means that the seal protecting the window assembly has failed.

Hard Water Stains on your Home Window Glass

Hard water stains appear as white, hazy spots on your window glass surfaces due to a build-up of alkaline and other minerals in your water. The most likely culprit is your irrigation and sprinkler system. 

Glass Scratch Repair

When scratches happen to windows, table tops, mirrors and other glass in your home, they can be very difficult to repair. If a scratch isn’t too deep, it may be minimized or perhaps even eliminated.

Home Window Repair & Replacement – Not a DIY Project

When it comes to repairing one of the most complex building components in a home, it is worth the money you spend to have the work done by professionals.

Licensed glaziers are masters of their craft with the skills, knowledge and experience with glass, window and door components to get your home windows repaired or replaced correctly.