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Waiting for Window Repair in Denver, CO? Here Are Some Tips to Tide You Over

11/14/2016

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A broken window is a major inconvenience that can be the result of a number of causes, and between the mess of broken glass and the worry that insects, the elements and intruders may take advantage of the problem, you don’t want to wait too long before getting the help you need. While you are waiting for professional window repair in Denver, CO, here are some tips to give you a quick fix:

  • Secure the area: Your first step after a window has broken is to cordon off the area with the broken glass. Assess how big of a cleanup area you have by looking for glass shards on the floor, behind furniture and on top of surfaces. Make sure everyone is aware of the broken window and the area where the broken glass has spilled. You’ll want to make sure no one accidentally steps on any broken glass and gets hurt.

  • Inspect the window: How badly is the window broken? Is it cracked, completely shattered or just partially broken? Take time to inspect the window frame and pane to see if it is stable, and press gently on the glass to ensure it is not loose enough to fall out. Once you’re certain that the window glass is stable as is and no more glass will fall out, call a local glass repair company to get the window fixed as quickly as possible.

  • Protect yourself: While you’re waiting for window repair in Denver, CO, you’ll want to clean up the glass that has broken and fallen out. You’ll want to wear heavy gloves and closed-toed shoes. Place the glass in double-bagged trash bags and take them to the garbage immediately.

  • Clean up the glass: On any hard surfaces where the glass has fallen, sweep it up and then vacuum slowly. This will ensure you don’t scratch the floors with glass shards. If the window broke on carpet, pick up the pieces of glass that you can see, and then vacuum the carpet. You can agitate the carpet with a brush to bring up smaller glass pieces. Using tape afterwards will also pick up fine glass shards, and this is a good method to employ even after vacuuming.

  • Secure the broken window: Now that the area is safe, it’s time to secure the broken window. If the window is just cracked, use tape on both sides of the window along the crack to secure it from further cracking or from falling out completely. If there are small holes in the glass or tiny pieces of glass missing, you can patch this with clear nail polish applied in layers, allowing it to dry between coats. If the window has a large hole, use plastic or a piece of plywood to cover the gap or the entire window. This can be secured to the window frame and will protect you from the elements until you can get the window repaired.

Now that you have cleaned up and secured the glass from the broken window, you can rest easy while you wait for window repair in Denver, CO. When you have a broken window on your hands, call Fast Glass for fast and professional window repair at your home or business.
10 Comments
Shayla Cademis link
7/26/2019 07:37:28 am

Thanks for the suggestion to wear heavy gloves and closed-toed shoes when cleaning up glass from a broken window. My sons were throwing a baseball around in our backyard, and they accidentally threw a ball through one of our kitchen windows. Hopefully I can find a great glass repair company in the area; I'll be sure to follow your tips for clean-up in the meantime.

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Windshield Replacement Phoenix link
2/29/2020 04:23:08 am

An inexperienced technician can end up dropping the glass or causing more damage to your car during windshield replacement.

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RV Windshield Replacement link
6/18/2021 11:09:39 am

A Windshield is part of the structural integrity of automobiles and airbags rely on this glass to keep people securely in their seats. Each piece.

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Midlothian Window Installation Company link
11/9/2021 08:50:35 pm

Broken glass can harm anyone, therefore, be careful while cleaning. Sometimes the broken pieces of glass are left in windows which can harm children and even old people. So hiring a repair company soon to repair your window is very important. Thank you for sharing a piece of great information.

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Renewal By Andersen El Cajon, CA link
11/13/2021 04:18:54 am

Broken windows has a potential to be a health hazard if it is contaminated with toxic chemicals or infectious substances which can enter the body through a cut or puncture. That's why safety measure are so important and also hiring a repair company soon is also essential.

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John Carston link
7/15/2022 09:06:29 pm

I never knew that you should secure the window once you ensure the safety. Last night, my best friend told me that he was looking for a service that could repair the window glass in their store because of cracked glass, and asked if I had any idea what would be the best option for him. Thanks to this helpful article, I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if he consults a trusted window glass repair service as they can provide a preventative measure for their windows.

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Steve Smith link
1/20/2023 07:30:32 pm

I'm glad that you talked that providing a cleaning schedule for your window glass could help protect them. My mother planned to get their house window repaired because of cracked glass. Thank you for the information about how a glass repair service can help us with our concern, I'll tell her it will be much better if we let them fix my aunt's window and provide preventative measures.

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Josie Kaszoni link
1/24/2023 09:02:09 pm

Such an informational article and it is useful for many people.

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Iris Smith link
2/1/2023 06:46:34 pm

Thank you for saying that the first thing you should do once a window breaks is to cordon off the region where the glass has broken. My cousin's kids' football games are breaking the windows of his home. I'll advise him to make sure that his children are kept away from areas with broken glass and to have his window replaced.

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Brayam link
2/10/2023 10:54:35 am

Hey - This is a great article and provides good value. I recently had my patio glass broken and i followed this very exact advice!

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