Balcony door glass specifications
Balcony sliding doors use tempered or impact glass. Neither can be cut to size on site: tempered glass is made to exact dimensions, and impact glass is a laminated product built to the system’s specifications. We measure the panel and order the correct replacement.
Securing the opening
While replacement glass is fabricated, a temporary board-up can cover the opening. Whether that’s practical depends on the door and the unit, which we’ll discuss during the call.
Other glass we replace
Beyond balcony doors, we replace broken window glass, storefront glass, and impact glass in windows. Suitable standard glass for some windows can be cut on site.
How we handle a tower unit
Planning access is part of the job.
Call and describe
Share the building, floor, door size, and glass type if known.
Coordinate access
Confirm management notice, parking, and elevator booking with the building.
Assess and measure
We confirm the glass specification and secure the opening if needed.
Order and install
The fabricated glass is installed on a scheduled return visit.
Building access to arrange
Until the opening is assessed, keep people and pets away from the broken glass and call to discuss it. Please don’t try to remove damaged glass yourself.
Large glass panels may need a service elevator, and many buildings ask for advance notice or contractor documentation. Requirements differ by building, so check with management and let us know what they need.
Emergency Glass questions
Can you cut new glass for my balcony door on site?
No. Balcony door glass is tempered or impact glass, which must be fabricated to the required size and specification.
What if my building requires a certificate of insurance?
Tell us your building’s requirements when you call and we’ll discuss them before scheduling.
Should I clean up the broken glass?
Keep people and pets away from the area and call to discuss it. We don’t recommend removing damaged glass yourself.