Why Upgrading Your Commercial Building Windows Matters
Businesses with storefront windows, glass doors, and other commercial window types can benefit from glass replacements. Upgrading the glass in your commercial property has benefits like greater energy efficiency and increased property value. At Allied Glass & Mirror, we offer commercial glass replacement services that are customized to meet your needs and preferences. Here’s more information about the benefits of upgrading your windows:
1. Energy Efficiency
Custom-cut glass eliminates gaps in windows that cause drafts and excess heat transfer. High-quality glass also helps reduce the amount of heat that travels through your business’s windows, reducing your dependence on cooling and heating systems. If your business is in a commercial building, Allied Glass & Mirror can upgrade and modernize the windows to make them more energy-efficient. We use materials like plate and laminate glass in various thicknesses, colors, and patterns to replace older windows while saving you money on energy bills in the long run.
2. Property Value
Replacing the windows in your building may increase the value of your property and attract future buyers or renters to the space. Potential customers may be more willing to pay for the space if it has modern features that boost energy efficiency, reduce maintenance needs, and increase visual appeal. Colored, frosted, and textured glass can boost the allure of your business’s storefront. If you own the building and rent it to another business, upgrading its glass may help you create a more positive relationship with commercial tenants as it saves them money and energy over time. If you rent the building, contact the landlord before scheduling a commercial glass replacement service.
3. Safety
Ohio building code requires the installation of safety glass in certain applications to ensure compliance with state safety standards. This includes installations in areas where impact resistance and enhanced safety are necessary, like entry doors, windows near floor level, and other high-traffic or vulnerable locations.
Outdated or damaged glass in your building can create safety hazards for employees, maintenance staff, customers, and other property visitors. Older glass may be more likely to shatter on impact and cause injuries or structural damage.
Strong, high-quality glass also improves the security of your business by making it difficult for unauthorized parties to break into and access your store. Shatter-resistant, tempered glass may minimize the amount of structural damage caused by natural disasters and extreme weather. This helps protect your business from operational interruptions and limited business hours for repairs, saving you time and money in the future.
4. Sound Transmission
Upgrading your business’s glass may result in a quieter indoor environment for your employees and customers. High-quality glass prevents outdoor noise, like vehicle and foot traffic, from entering your space and disrupting operations. It also prevents the sounds from your business from transferring outdoors or to surrounding businesses. Properly fitted glass won’t rattle or whistle in its frame, making your building quieter during storms and extreme weather conditions. If you are looking to improve the acoustics in your building, our team will assess your windows and create a custom replacement plan with insulated glass panels.
5. Maintenance Requirements
Your business may also reduce its maintenance expenses by installing high-quality, coated glass. Coated glass panels repel water and are easier to clean than older glass. This is because the coating creates a smooth surface that prevents water, minerals, and other debris from getting trapped in the materials’ pores. At Allied Glass & Mirror, we help clients choose glass types and treatments that extend windows’ lifespans and minimize maintenance needs. If your business’s windows or doors have minor cracks and chips or broken hardware, our team provides after-hours emergency service to repair damage before it becomes more significant. Inspecting your glass regularly helps you find these issues and schedule repair services to keep your windows in good condition.
6. Air Quality
Indoor air quality can be negatively affected by leaking or broken glass windows and doors. We customize each project to ensure the glass panels are cut to fit securely in their frames. This prevents allergens, dust, pollen, and other pollutants and debris from entering your business. Improving indoor air quality keeps employees and customers healthy and protects your products from being contaminated or compromised. Properly sealed windows also improve airflow within your building, allowing air filters and purifiers to work more efficiently.
7. Visual Appeal
Commercial buildings with upgraded windows may be more visually appealing to potential customers and passersby. They create a fresh, modern appearance, even in older buildings. Modern glass storefronts also allow pedestrians to view product displays and promotional materials. Upgraded windows and storefronts allow natural light into your building, creating a more inviting environment that can boost employee and customer comfort.
Schedule a Commercial Glass Replacement Service
Allied Glass & Mirrorhas been offering glass replacement services to commercial and residential customers in Cincinnati since 1947. Our team offers after-hours emergency glass repair services to restore your property’s functionality as quickly as possible. Contact our team today to schedule a glass replacement and learn more about the benefits of upgrading your windows.