Discovering a crack on one of your windows in your home can be concerning. You may not be certain how it got there, but you can be sure that you need to act quickly to prevent it from worsening. Although your first instinct may be to contact a glass company for a replacement, there are some steps you can take in the immediate aftermath. Consult the guide below to help address a crack in your window. 

What Should You Do for a Small Crack?

Small window cracks don’t always necessitate alarm, but you shouldn’t leave them alone, either. Take action by applying a temporary solution as soon as you discover it. One of the easiest and most common options for the average homeowner is to affix a sturdy piece of tape directly over and extend past the crack. You should do this both on the inside and the outside. This will preserve the glass temporary and prevent water from seeping inside.

How Do You Handle a Larger Window Crack?

Large cracks are far more concerning from a safety point of view. Not only can broken glass invite intruders into your home, but it also provides an entry point for unwanted pests and critters. Air can also escape or seep in through the crack, decreasing the efficiency of your HVAC system. Covering a large window can also be an obvious sign to an unwanted visitor that there’s an easy path of entry into the house. In such instances, it’s always better to have a glass company repair or replace it.

How Do You Know If You Need a Replacement?

While it may not seem necessary to replace windows with small cracks, eventually those minor cuts in the surface can transform into larger, more problematic ones. The mere presence of a crack, no matter the size, is enough to weaken its overall integrity considerably. You can think of a small crack as a warning sign of worse damage to come. Instead of leaving it taped up or hoping that it won’t worsen, it’s safest to hire a glass company technician to replace it.  
 

Homeowners and business owners throughout High Point, NC, and the entire Piedmont Triad community trust in the professionals at Furniture City Glass & Mirror. They specialize in custom glass replacements for everything from windows to cabinet doors to shower enclosures. They also perform residential and commercial glass repairs. To find out more about how they can assist, visit the glass company online. You can also call (336) 841-5333 to request a quote.