Cracked or broken garage door glass panes require immediate replacement. There are plenty of advantages to installing a garage door that has glass panes. This type of door also carries additional maintenance responsibilities. Fortunately, you can replace one or more panes without replacing the entire door.
Pick the Right Type of Glass
Along with scheduling regular garage door inspections to maintain the condition of the door and opener, pay attention to its features. This will help you know what type of glass to buy when a pane needs to be replaced.
While clear glass offers financial savings, it also breaks more easily. Many garage doors have tempered glass, which provides temperature resistance. You can also customize tempered glass with a tint or a frosted glaze.
Laminated glass is a third option. This type of pane uses multiple layers of glass to provide a stronger buffer. Installers apply a powerful adhesive resin to secure the panes in place, making this a virtually unbreakable window.
Garage Door Glass Panes Replacement: Determine the Glass Thickness
Make sure to get glass panes that share the same thickness as the pane you’re replacing. This will help you avoid installation headaches. Single-pane windows range in thickness — they are available in 1/8-, 3/16-, and 1/4-inch sizes. Laminated and double-pane windows can be as thick as 1/2 of an inch.
Garage Door Glass Panes Replacement: Know the Process
Replacing door window panes is one of the more common garage door problems, so it is something a professional company can do for you. You should still know how this process will proceed. This brief overview will give you a basic understanding.
- Remove the damaged glass
- Use a putty knife to remove the old glazing
- Apply a primer to the frame
- Insert the replacement glass
- Apply glazing and smooth it with the putty knife
After the installation is complete, the installer will give you instructions concerning drying time and conditions. Follow the instructions to protect the quality of the replacement window.
The glazing may take longer to dry during a cooler season or when there’s very little sunlight. Keep the weather and climate in mind when scheduling a garage door window replacement.
Professional Garage Door Repair for High-Quality Results
D Bar Garage Doors provides garage door maintenance and repairs in addition to new door installation services. We’ll use our expertise and state-of-the-art equipment to repair your garage door on-site. To schedule service or request an estimate, contact us today!
