Frost and ice may be pretty, but they’re not something you should be happy to see on your windows. That’s because these snowflakes can cause major damage to your windows over time. Why do windows get frost and ice on the inside? How can you…
Category: Residential Glass
What Is Thermal Pane Glass, and Why Is It Good for Your Windows?
A window is a window…right? Not quite! Windows can be made with different types of frames (wood, vinyl, aluminum) and even different types of glass! Modern windows make use of thermal pane glass, which offers a number of advantages over single pane glass. Let’s talk…
How to Tell If Your Home’s Windows Need Replaced
Here at Jack’s Glass, we get a lot of questions about home window replacement. Like many homeowners, if your window has a problem, you want to know the solution. But does your window need replaced, or can you repair it? Sometimes, the solution is obvious—like…
Can These Home Windows Be Saved?
So there you are, cozied up in your favorite reading chair, cup of tea in one hand and book in the other when “yikes!”—you notice a small hole in the window beside you thanks to last week’s hail storm. A hundred thoughts go through your…
When to Consider a Walk-in Shower
It used to be that all bathrooms were about the same: you had a tub, a pedestal sink and a toilet in one cramped room. Now, the choices for your bathroom are practically limitless! Consider: you can have a stand-alone tub or a combination tub-shower,…
What Does That Energy Efficiency Label Mean, Exactly?
If you’re in the market for new windows, glass doors, or skylights, you’ve probably seen energy efficiency stickers on many of the products. These labels tell you that a product is energy efficient, but what do they mean? Do you know how to “read” an…
How to Keep Your Home Warm—without Cranking up the Heat
As the temperature starts to drop, your first instinct might be to head for the thermostat to crank up the heat. While this makes your home more comfortable, it also makes your energy bills skyrocket. The good news is that there are lots of ways…