Whether it’s the result of a heavy storm or an everyday accident, the sound of breaking glass is never a welcome one. Shattered glass is always a headache, and it can be dangerous if not approached with sufficient caution. If you are faced with a situation when you need window repair, keeping a few simple “dos and don’ts” in mind will keep you and your family safe until help arrives.
Window Repair Dos:
- Do exercise caution around broken glass. Although your first instinct might be to take care of the mess before the glass becomes scattered and even more difficult to clean, you should never do so without first protecting yourself. Wear heavy-duty shoes when walking near the damaged window and carefully use a broom to sweep up the shards. Wear protective gloves if handling the pieces directly with your hands.
- Do cover the broken window. If the window is damaged to a degree that you are concerned about further broken glass creating a more dangerous situation, you can cover the window to prevent more glass from falling into the interior of your home or building. A single large piece of plywood or a thick towel that can cover the entire window can be used for this purpose.
- Do call an expert for window repairs right away. At First Class Glass and Overhead Doors, we provide window repair and replacement services in the event of an emergency. Just give our emergency number a call at 830-998-8659, and we’ll send an expert to your door, protecting you and your home or business from further harm.
Window Repair Don’ts:
- Don’t try to clean up broken glass without proper caution and equipment. The first step in taking care of a damaged window should always be ensuring your own physical safety. Don’t go barefoot near the damaged window or pick up pieces of glass with your bare hands.
- Don’t attempt window repairs yourself. For your safety and to ensure your new window is installed correctly, broken window repairs should always be entrusted to a knowledgeable glass repair technician.
Quick and efficient window repair is a must to prevent injury and further damage to your home or business. Always remember to stay safe and call one of our qualified technicians for assistance. While it may feel overwhelming, following these steps will see you enjoying beautiful glass windows again very soon.