“My son wants to grow up and be the next Tiger Woods,” Harriet said. “Which is fine, I want to encourage his interests. But he’s only supposed to be putting out there in our back yard – not sending golf balls through the kitchen window!” The South Shore homeowner shook her head. “Money is kind of tight right now. So how hard is it, exactly, to replace a window? Can I do this job myself?”
Window Replacement vs Window Glass Replacement: Learn the Difference & Save Money
Knowing some window industry terminology can help you save money on your home repairs. Having a replacement window installed is a different process from window glass replacement. We’re going to define each term for you. Having a replacement window installed means every component of your old window – including glass and frame – is removed and a complete new unit installed in its place. Window glass replacement involves only the removal and replacement of the glass in your window. The original frame and all other window components remain in place.
As you might imagine, window glass replacement is much more affordable than having replacement windows installed. So in situations like Harriet’s, where a golf ball broke the glass but didn’t damage the window frame, window glass replacement is the ideal solution.
Is window glass replacement a DIY job?
It could be – but beware exploring this route unless you’re comfortable investing some time and money into equipping yourself to do the job safely. There’s a bit of a learning curve, and glass is not the most forgiving material to work with. For the fastest, most cost-effective solution for broken windows, talk to your South Shore window glass replacement service.
When choosing window glass replacement, in most instances, the replacement glass will be an identical match to the original window glass. However, if you prefer to have a different type of glass in that window – such as privacy glass – this is an ideal opportunity to make the change.
