Reasons Why DIY Glass Window Repair Doesn’t Work

1
5

• Signs That it is Time

TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS
2
DIY kits and online videos make glass repair look
easy. Many kits make it seem as though repairing
a broken pane is as simple as filling in the
crack with resin, using a brush as if you were
painting your nails.
3
While these kits can temporarily fill in the
crack, they dont typically work for very long.
Reading through these potential pitfalls that
come with DIY repairs may change your mind about
tackling this home or auto project.
4
Removing Broken Glass Is Hard to Do Safely
5
The dangers of handling broken glass without the
proper precautions are clear. At best, you
might get a small cut that you can treat at home.
6
In a worse-case scenario, broken glass could end
up in your eyes or cause a severe cut that
requires emergency medical care. With a major
break, youll need to remove any remaining
shards from the frame.
7
Professional technicians have the equipment and
know-how to do this safely so that no one gets
hurt.
8
Repair Kits Tend to Be Low Quality
9
Youll find repair kits that range from a couple
of dollars to into the hundreds. If youre
looking for the cheapest solution, then youll
typically get what you pay for.
10
Many DIY kits come with the lowest quality
materials that you can find on the market. Over
time, they may turn yellow or even fall out of
the crack.
11
Bad Repairs Can Limit Visibility
12
We often see people try to do their own repairs
on their car windshields. These repairs can
lead to smudges and foggy coverage that makes it
unsafe to continue driving until you fully
replace the windshield.
13
You can see similar effects on home windows.
While poor visibility might not be such a
safety issue in a home use situation, youll
still find that the repair materials dont always
blend well with the surrounding glass.
14
This can lead to aesthetic issues that lower the
curb appeal of your home.
15
Energy-Efficient Windows Might Not Work Properly
16
Home windows often contain two or more panes
that have special gas trapped in between them
that help to improve energy-efficiency. Once a
crack breaks through the surface of a pane, the
gas can be released.
17
Typically, replacing the full window is the best
way to ensure that you get maximum
energy-efficiency.
18
Poorly Repaired Glass Is More Likely to Shatter
19
After a DIY repair, you might be congratulating
yourself on a job well done. Many of these
types of repairs do manage to turn out okay in
the beginning.
20
Then, the repair materials tend to begin
breaking down with age. This can lead to small
cracks developing around the edges of the repair
that trap moisture and flex in response to
temperature changes.
21
Once the stress on the glass becomes too much, it
can shatter and leave you with a bigger problem,
along with the risk of injuries.
22
We guarantee our work and offer manufacturers
warranties that make it easier to arrange for
professional repairs. Instead of risking a
serious cut or further breakage, let us check
things out.
23
Youll be safer knowing that the panes and frames
are fully stabilized, and the results will last
far longer than what you would get with a kit.
24
Raben Glass has over 40 years of experience in
the residential and commercial glass
industry. We take pride in providing top quality
service as we replace dual pane windows, install
glass shower enclosures, and build storefront
metal and glass entrances.
25
We are bonded and insured, and our work and
products are guaranteed.
26
Showroom by appointment only 1826 W Broadway
25 Mesa AZ 85202 [phone] info_at_rabenglass.c
om www.rabenglass.com