Why You Should Always Get A Professional To Install Your Glass
A lousy glazing job eventually spells disaster - in one way or another. Glass is a fantastic material that we use everywhere. Even though modern glass technology has made it stronger and can even stop shattering, working with any type of glass comes with risks.
With glass becoming almost as essential as brick and mortar, you may be tempted to install it yourself or accept an offer from another trade professional who doesn’t have a background in glazing.
If you want long-lasting results and a glass feature you can trust for years to come, it’s in your best interest to hire a professional team. A bad job can make a mess, or worse, can potentially harm those in the area.
Read on for why you should always get a professional to install your glass.
Professional Glaziers Let You Relax Knowing The Job Was Done Well
You shouldn’t see glass features as a ticking time bomb - but when an amateur handles it, that’s exactly what it is. Worst case scenario, a poorly installed panel can explode and shower shards everywhere. That doesn’t sound like a room you’d want to be in.
By utilising the skillset of a qualified glazing team, you know that your glass is being installed by people who have done this hundreds of times. They understand how glass reacts and how to treat it.
Warranties Cover Your Investment
If you’ve opted to do a DIY job on your glass installation, any damage costs will likely fall on you, unless it’s a manufacturing error. When you get a professional service, your glass is safeguarded by the correct workmanship warranty.
All our jobs come with a workmanship guarantee, so in the rare case an error does occur, you’ll be covered entirely. What’s more, our industry connections give us access to top-quality Australian glass manufacturers. PTG can set you up with a shatter-proof structural glass or new-age switchable privacy glass.
Keep Yourself Safe
Like all trade professionals, glaziers run the risk of encountering several workplace injuries. From tool or glass lacerations to standard fall risks from ladders, vehicles and scaffolding. In the event of an accident, these trade professionals are covered, whereas you are not. To avoid the possibility of medical bills or missing work due to an unforeseen installation accident, it’s best to leave the job to professionals.
They Have The Equipment For The Job
Professional glazing requires a fair bit of specialised equipment. After organising the machinery and equipment for transport, carrying and installation, you’ve likely racked up a hefty hire fee. At that stage, you may as well trust a team that does all that for you.
Professional Standard Quality and Safety
At the baseline, you want durability, safety and something that looks crisp and open. Carrying and installing glass is likely the most contact glass will receive all at once. Because of this, it’s more likely any damages will occur during installation. The last thing you want is a scratch on your freshly purchased glass panel.
By trusting a professional glazier, you’ll be left with a sturdy and flawless result. What’s more, a good glazier will supply and install a range of glazing aspects, so you know you’re getting trusted fabrication services and installation.
Maximised Security & Safety
If your glass is being used for security purposes (e.g. shopfronts, doors or barriers) you want a guarantee that it can handle the demands of the job. Even if your structural security glass is of good quality, a poor installation job may nullify its usefulness. With glass installation, the brackets and supports are just as important. For example, if an invader kicked your wall and the frames were weak, the whole thing may topple over.
No Limits On Design
If you’re after a bespoke or a niche aspect, you’ll want people who can confidently handle more challenging jobs. Things like glass roofing, flooring or mechanical features can be difficult. So if you’re going to organise a complicated construction job, you’ll need people who can guarantee the job is done safely.
Contact A Professional Glazing Team Today
Modern architecture and design incorporate a lot of glass. At PTG, we are constantly pushing the barriers of where we can use this amazing and lightweight substance both structurally and aesthetically. After a quick walk, you’ll see it all over the place - in our homes, storefronts, commercial buildings and more.
If you want to protect your investment and lower the chances of breakage or damage, contact a professional glazing team like PTG.