Why Tempered Glass Repair is Necessary
Overview
Action Glass provides high-quality commercial tempered glass solutions for businesses throughout Houston, offering superior strength, safety, and durability for high-traffic environments. As a leading Houston glass contractor, we specialize in the custom fabrication and professional installation of tempered safety glass for commercial doors, storefronts, office partitions, and interior glass walls. Because tempered glass is designed to crumble into small, blunt pieces upon impact, it is the essential choice for meeting Texas building codes and ensuring the safety of your employees and customers. Whether you require a rapid replacement for a shattered glass door or a new installation of heat-strengthened glass, Action Glass delivers the precision and expertise your commercial property demands.
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between residential glass and commercial glass? Commercial glass is about four to six times stronger than flat glass because it is tempered. Tempering involves treating the glass to be stronger by either rapidly heating and cooling the glass or by using chemicals to cause an ion exchange process. This helps make the glass heavy duty and more durable than the glass you’ll find in your home.
At Action Glass, we offer tempered glass repair and replacement for a wide range of commercial applications. Our team has decades of experience providing outstanding service and competitive pricing for commercial glass in Houston.
You may be wondering why you need tempered glass for your business. Most building codes require commercial buildings to have tempered glass windows for added safety. Tempered commercial glass is designed to withstand most impacts without breaking. However, when the glass does break, it breaks into small, rounded pieces to help reduce the risk of injury from sharp glass shards.
There are several reasons why your tempered commercial glass might break. For example, significant impact from things storms, attempted break ins, and vandalism. Repeated stresses on aging tempered glass may also lead to breakage. If you find yourself with broken glass, our team is available 24/7 for emergency board up and tempered glass repair.
When It's Time for Tempered Glass Repair and Replacement
How do you know when it’s time for tempered glass replacement? Generally, if you notice signs of aging in your commercial glass, it’s time for a replacement. Your glass helps protect and secure your building, so it’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your windows and doors. If you notice chips, cracks, scratches, or discoloration, it may be time for tempered glass replacement. This not only helps your business look more attractive, but also helps keep your commercial windows and doors strong and durable.
We offer turnkey commercial glass repair and replacement for all your business’s needs, including:
- Tempered glass windows
- Tempered glass doors
- Tempered glass shelves
If you have damaged or broken tempered glass, our technicians at Action Glass have solutions tailored to your needs and budget. For example, we can replace a single pane in your tempered glass windows when you notice chips and cracks. In addition, if it’s time for a new storefront, door, or windows, we also offer expert tempered glass installation for your company.
We manufacture custom tempered glass to perfectly fit your needs. Glass shelving is a beautiful way to showcase your products and help make your commercial space look bigger and brighter. With tempered glass shelves, you don’t need to worry about every little bump because your shelves are strengthened to stand up to some pretty harsh forces. Our glass specialists can design custom tempered glass shelves or help you repair a damaged storefront to help keep you in business.
If you need tempered glass for your business, contact us now to learn more and request a free estimate! We are here to serve you.
Tempered glass, also known as “safety glass,” is heat-treated to be up to four times stronger than standard annealed glass. It is a requirement for Houston businesses in high-traffic areas because, if broken, it shatters into small, rounded pebbles rather than sharp shards. This reduces the risk of injury and ensures your commercial property meets Texas safety building codes for entryways and partitions.
According to international and local building codes, tempered glass is generally required in “hazardous locations.” This includes all glass doors, sidelights near entryways, large windows near floor levels, and glass used in wet areas like gym locker rooms or commercial bathrooms. Action Glass can perform an on-site assessment to ensure your facility is fully compliant with safety regulations.
No, tempered glass cannot be cut, drilled, or altered once the tempering process is complete. Any attempt to cut it will cause the entire pane to shatter. This is why Action Glass takes precise, professional measurements of your storefront or office space before fabrication, ensuring a perfect custom fit for your specific installation.
Most tempered glass features a small, permanent “bug” or laser-etched monogram in the corner of the pane. This mark identifies the manufacturer and the safety standards it meets. If your glass lacks this mark or you are unsure of its safety rating, our technicians can inspect your windows and doors to verify their safety status.
While both are considered safety glass, they function differently. Tempered glass is heat-strengthened to resist impact and break into blunt pieces. Laminated glass consists of two layers of glass with a plastic interlayer (PVB) that holds the glass in place if shattered. We often recommend tempered glass for doors and high-traffic partitions due to its surface strength and cost-effectiveness.
As a full-service glass company, we offer repair, replacement, and installation services for auto glass, residential glass, and commercial glass. Our team works with you to find practical, attractive solutions for all your glass needs. Contact us today to request a free quote!