Replacing Window Panes
Home-owners generally replace the glass in their windows for one of two reasons Reason #1: The glass is broken. If your glass is broken we can provide a quick estimate and replacement so you can secure your home and belongings. If the broken glass is single glazed we can usually take care of the replacement […]
Plastics
Acrylic and Polycarbonate The two most common plastics are acrylic commonly referred to as Plexiglass and Polycarbonate known as Lexan. They each have their own strengths and weaknesses.Acrylic and Polycarbonate are more expensive than annealed glass but they are also more durable and versatile. Acrylic (Plexiglass) is less expensive than Polycarbonate, but it can crack […]
Types of Glass
Glass is used in pretty much every home and building in the United States and abroad. Here is an overview of the most common types of glass. Annealed Glass is a basic clear glass that can be cut into different sizes and shapes and is routinely used in older home windows, for pictures frames, table tops, […]
Pet Doors
Is it really worth it? There are several considerations that affect the cost and feasibility of installing a pet door into your existing glass door. For budget purposes, the average cost for the new glass and installation will run between $377 and $1,200 and does not include the cost of the pet door that you […]
Covering Furniture with Glass
Is it worth it? There are several things to consider when deciding whether to cover your furniture with glass to protect it. 1. How much did the furniture cost? 2. Is it new or used? 3. What is the furniture used for? 4. Do you have children? 5. Are you a coaster person? Furniture is […]
Storefront Door Repair
When you own a business the first point of contact with a customer is through the front door. Problems with the door can potentially give customers a negative first impression of your company. Here is an overview of the issues that can arise with your storefront doors and the typical reasons behind the problems. Dragging […]
Free Estimates
Madison Glass Company services most of North Alabama from Florence to Scottsboro and from the Tennessee line to Gadsden, AL. Services offered include window and door glass replacement for your home or business, shower glass installation, storefront door repair, and heavy equipment glass installation. We can also cut mirror, glass, plexiglass, and lexan to size […]
Shower Glass
The two most popular shower glass styles are bypass and swing door. There are multiple options for each style that I will review here for you. Installed the price can range from $350 to $1800 or more. Bypass- Frameless Heavy Glass Frameless Heavy Glass Bypass Enclosures are available in these 3 options. We have Hydroslide, […]
Glass for Cabinets
Here are a few glass options for cabinets. There are options available whether you are adding glass to new cabinets or looking to replace the glass you currently have in your cabinets. Clear glass in cabinets is the standard and can be great to show off your fancy dinnerware or knick knacks, but when it […]
Are fogged windows costing you on your monthly power bill?
Fogged windows look bad, but most of us don’t think of them from an economic standpoint. The reason insulated glass has became a standard on new homes in the last 20 years is because they provide a barrier from the outside elements. Electric bills are not what they once were and part of those savings […]