Many people decide to take a gamble when they notice a problem with the windows or sliding glass doors in their home. It may seem like a small crack is too tiny to matter, or it might appear that a single line across one window pane is something that won’t spread any further. While there are certainly occasions when the glass repair may be a very minor one, it is always best to call a local Glass Company in Long Island to figure out whether it is worth really taking that chance long term.
One of the most common problems with window glass is small holes that have no radiating lines. The holes may have been caused by single pebbles that managed to break through the glass, or they may even be caused by something like a stray bullet. When there are no radiating lines, a tiny hole like this is very easy for a glass contractor to repair. It rarely requires any major work, and very rarely requires a total pane replacement. A clear resin can be injected directly into the middle of the hole and then allowed to dry. Once dry, the resin will be sanded until level with the glass. Sometimes it may even be difficult to see that there was a repair at all.
In cases where a line spreads all across a glass pane or a sliding glass door, it may be a close call as to whether repair or replacement is required. If the line is in the middle of the glass, it is in the worst place in terms of structural integrity. In this case, a replacement may be the safest long-term bet. However, if the line is at the bottom or the very top of the glass, it is possible that the glass contractor may recommend an injection repair on each end of the line to make sure that it spreads no further.
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