If your patio door has been damaged, you cannot afford to waste time getting it repaired. Not only does a sliding door keep your home comfortable and insulated, it also enhances the security and safety of your property.
Clear Glass Installations
For example, if the door’s glass has been broken, you may want to see about installing a thicker, tempered glass. In fact, it does not hurt to know the various types of glass available before you schedule a patio door repair in Germantown, MD. For example, clear glass is commonly used in commercial and residential installations. Clear glass displays a slight blue-green or green tinge.
Thermopane Glass
On the other hand, insulated glass is also a thermopane material, which means is it made of at least two panes that are divided by a spacer and sealant. The gap between the panes contributes to the insulative qualities of thermopane glass products.
Tempered Glass
Tempered glass is often used for patio door repair. This type of glass is made with a tempering process that works to strengthen soft or annealed glass by almost melting it before cooling is employed. This produces a glass that is about four times the strength of annealed glass. As a result, tempered glass does not break if it is damaged. Instead, it shatters. As a result, you do not have to deal with large pieces of glass if the door is hit, for instance, by a large rock.
Besides repairing damaged glass, a patio door repair might including having wheels or hardware replaced. So, a lock may be broken or the wheels may need replacement. Most doors that no longer stay on track need to be removed and replaced. The new technologies in glass-making today make having a new door installed good for a homeowner’s finances as well as for his or her safety.
If you need a door or windows replaced then, contact us for further details concerning all of your glass requirements and needs. Make sure any replacements are made immediately. Doing so will restore both the security and comfort level of your home.
