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What should you do when your sliding door is malfunctioning?
2024-07-23
Everything has a lifespan. At some time or other, fittings installed in your home may start to fail once they are used for some time. Sliding doors are such fittings that would tend to malfunction particularly due to excessive use. Mainly the issues may associate with the wheels of these doors; you should probably look for wheel replacement Miami in this case. However, by addressing these matters as soon as you notify them, you can minimize the severity, and the repairing cost would be significantly different.
What is the difference between a Tempered Glass and a Standard Glass?
2024-07-23
A combination of various elements are needed to manufacture glass. Soda ash, lime and sand are the key elements used to manufacture glass; a particular mixture of these elements is heated at extreme temperatures until it melts down. The respective mixture then goes through a blowing and pressing process to become a glass we know. Ultimately, the glass will go through an annealing process (a reheating and cooling process). In fact, this process is the one that distinguishes standard glass from tempered glass.
Proper Care and Maintenance of Single-Hung Windows
2024-07-23
Single-hung impact windows are a popular choice for homeowners living in areas prone to severe weather conditions. These windows are designed to withstand high winds, heavy rain, and the impact of flying debris during natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes. However, to ensure the longevity and effectiveness of these windows, proper operation, good handling, and maintenance are crucial. In this blog, we will provide some essential tips and guidelines to maintain the quality of your windows.
Impact Windows Vs Non-Impact
2024-07-23
As a resident of South Florida, you should be aware that hurricanes are a reality for you and your family. If you are still not convinced of using Impact Windows for your home, here we explain everything you should know about the advantages of using these and why these are the best option over the non-impact windows.
General Building Maintenance Service
2024-07-23
The buildings and condominiums work like machines; They are large structures that house thousands of people and receive thousands of documents, orders, workers, and furniture almost every minute. They are also made up of thousands of elements that resemble the small gears and devices that control time in a fine watch, and if a fine watch requires rigorous maintenance to keep the time accurate, then, the maintenance of a condominium of these proportions is something monumental.
Why should windows and doors be repaired with original parts
2024-07-23
Impact windows and doors often require maintenance to keep these in good working condition. When maintenance is not performed on a regular basis, operable components such as springs, rollers and handles suffer significantly, sometimes to the point of no repair. In these cases, replacement of such parts is a must.
Salt Residue – It’s Origins, Risks and Solutions
2024-07-23
Throughout the years, the glazing industry has been evolving at an accelerated pace. Basic design of glazing products such as windows and doors has developed hugely due to the needs of the industry. Higher load capacity, higher water and air resistance requirements are some of the factors that have come into play together with feasibility and cost. In geographical areas that are exposed to extreme weather such as South Florida, designers have tried to maintain a balance between performance, aesthetics and cost, making this task a bit challenging.
Why IGS is the best option for repairs and maintenance for your impact doors and windows?
2024-07-24
It is not possible to predict the future, but you can mitigate any potential negative impact when choosing your service provider. There will always be more than one option and the following are considerations you can use to choose the best one:
10 Benefits of Using Impact or Laminated Glass Rather than Regular Glass, and How to Maintain It
2024-07-24
Glass is an abundant material in modern construction, but not all glass is created equal. Impact or laminated glass is a type of glass that offers a range of benefits over traditional glass, including increased safety, security, and energy efficiency. Whether you’re a homeowner, a business owner, or a building manager, understanding the advantages of impact or laminated glass can help you make informed decisions when selecting glass products for your property. In this blog post, we’ll explore the many benefits of impact or laminated glass and provide practical tips on how to maintain it. By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of the unique properties of this essential material and how it can improve the safety, security, and functionality of your building.
Why You Should Hire a Professional for Sliding Glass Doors and Window Repairs
2024-07-24
When a sliding glass patio door or window is difficult to open, and it is not working properly, it can feel like it weighs a ton. Adding to the hassle of trying to close the door or window, can then become a safety hazard and an energy efficiency problem.
Benefits of using silicone 100% on sealing of sliding glass doors and windows
2024-07-24
A silicone sealant, or caulk, is a heavy-duty and gel-like adhesive used for construction due to its flexibility and durability, silicone sealant has been in use for a very long time and its primary goal is the same: to keep moisture or air from getting in or out. It seals the gaps between two surfaces or materials in the strongest and most efficient way possible.
Which Impact Glass Door is Better for You?
2024-07-24
Selecting and Impact Glass Door is very important, you do not need to sacrificed design for security because you can selected from different options to the best design that fits your home style.
Keep you Impact Windows and Doors Performing Efficiently
2024-07-24
In some cases, having impact resistant windows is not enough to avoid headaches during a storm. To mitigate damages of your floors, baseboards, drywall, blinds, carpet, and furniture among others, it is very important to maintain or inspect certain components to guarantee the systems performance.
Do you know if your windows or doors are working properly? Complete this basic checklist and avoid any complications in hurricane season
2024-07-24
Hurricanes are potentially dangerous tropical storms with high wind speeds, and due to climate change, they have become more frequent and stronger over the years. It is known that hurricanes “feed” on the high heat of the ocean due to the increase in temperatures on earth. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for the year 2022 had forecasts of up to 10 hurricanes, of which three to six could become major hurricanes. The above is mentioned, with the purpose of raising awareness around these phenomena and knowing that it is very important to keep safe.
Which are the Impact Windows Categories
2024-07-24
A casement window swings open like a door. Hinged on the side, casement windows provide excellent ventilation and unlike a single hung, it has no center rail to obstruct the view.
Can a scratch be removed from glass?
2024-07-24
Many people wonder if it is possible to remove scratches from glass. In general terms, it could be said that it is. However, there is a wide spectrum of possibilities regarding this topic. Glass is not like a diamond, even though they both look transparent, glass is a ‘non-crystalline’ solid that is derived from silica, an element found in sand that at high temperatures, turns into a liquid that It is rapidly cooled to form glass.
Maintenance that must be done to the impact systems, so they behave correctly in the event of a hurricane
2024-07-24
Hurricanes are tropical storms in which the winds can reach sustained speeds of 74 miles per hour and higher. Generally, a windspeed like this can uproot trees, destroy light poles, break glass and lift objects. In any of these situations, these objects potentially become “missiles” that can impact the glass of your windows and doors causing breakage and, in some cases, breaching the building envelope. This can be dangerous for the integrity of your home, since the wind and water can enter through these penetrations causing extreme pressure changes.
How are windows and doors affected due to proximity to the ocean
2024-07-24
In South Florida, most of the high rises are located along the coastline. Architects and Developers have taken advantage of the amazing ocean views to create magnificent multi-family projects nearby. However, and due to this proximity, construction elements suffer great wear and tear in these types of properties.
What laboratory tests should impact windows and doors pass?
2024-07-24
Let’s start by stating that in Florida, any product on the exterior of a dwelling or other structure must have either a current Florida Product Approval or a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance. These documents certify the quality and the resistance of an impact door or window against severe weather conditions. To obtain these certifications, the products need to be tested at a certified facility and these should pass all the required testing protocols.
Be Prepared for the Hurricane Season
2024-07-24
If you live in South Florida you and your family are exposed to Hurricanes year by year. Hurricane Season starts June 1st each year and goes until November 30th. Even we already have excellent forecast methods to anticipate the storms and the path they will have thru the Atlantic Ocean it is important to be prepare with time, remember even if the hurricane do not landfall you can be at risk.
Benefits of Electrostatic Paint
2024-07-24
Electrostatic painting is a method which consists in applying paint that has numerous benefits compared to traditional painting methods. The process uses an electric charge to atomize and apply the paint, creating an even, consistent finish that adheres strongly to the surface.
Patio Door Maintenance. Things to Consider Before Installing New Patio Flooring to Prevent Water Intrusion
2024-07-24
Most patio sliding glass doors come with a built-in system to drain water away and prevent it from penetrating your home. During a rainstorm water hits the outside of the glass, dropping to the track system and draining away from the door thru weep holes. Weep holes are small slots in the exterior section of the door track designed to provide drainage when water comes in contact with the glass door. They are a critical door design feature and, to prevent water from breaching your doors, you must maintain them free of obstructions.