As a homeowner, you may be faced with glass damage that might require repair or replacement. Some of these problems might be easy to DIY, but others may need a professional's touch. The following are some essential aspects to note about damaged glass and how to successfully handle the situation.

Replace or Repair

If you are handy and knowledgeable about glass repairs, you may go ahead and apply fixes. However, if you have doubts or have no clue what is needed, do not be tempted to fix the damaged glass. Online tutorials may help, but you do not have the experience to identify whether the glass needs replacement or repair. You may also end up doing something the wrong way and making a mess, which will cost extra. From experience, a glass repair person will inspect your glass and immediately give you a diagnosis. He or she will inform you what will give you the best result at the most reasonable price.

Site Repair

In some cases, it may not be possible to repair your glass window or door at your home. It may require some equipment or conditions that can be met at a repair shop. Having no idea of this, you may end up doing more harm. A repair person will definitely be the right person for this kind of job.

Patience and Workforce

Note that you are dealing with glass, and if there are sharp pieces, you can easily cut yourself. Again, removing the window or glass from the panel requires a lot of patience. Most individuals lack patience and will end up breaking the glass. At times, removing the window may be a two- or three-man job, and you may lack the extra manpower. Additionally, there may be other methods of safely removing the glass like the use of gyproc or plywood (to support the glass) that you may not know about. Professionals will always provide the extra labour and patience needed to handle the job.

Scratches

You may have heard that polishing glass to remove scratches works. This does not apply for every type of scratch. If you pass your finger over the scratch and you can feel it, do not polish. You will end up with glass that is not that good to look at. Consult a repair person on the best approach; you might need to replace it.

Is There Silicone, Putty or Epoxy on Your Panels?

Each of these materials can be used to hold panels in place. If you are fixing your windows, you need to know how to identify each and easily and safely remove them. Putty may require soaking in mineral spirits overnight; silicone can be cut with a razor; and for epoxy, you may need a heat gun. If any of these sounds difficult, contact a glass repair professional.

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