How Fast Can I Get Emergency Window Repairs?

Nov 2, 2023 | Windows

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Window emergencies happen. Whether it’s a baseball that went a little too far or a rock thrown by a lawnmower, a broken window is a dangerous thing. You’ll need to handle it as soon as possible, but how fast can you get emergency window repairs? The answer is “it depends”.

Factors That Affect Emergency Window Repairs

Dealing with a broken window is time-sensitive. Your very first step should be to call a window repair company. However, not just any company will do. Make sure that the one you choose offers 24/7 emergency services. This is the primary factor in determining how fast you can get the window handled.

In most cases, a window company that offers 24/7 emergency services will be able to have a rep at your home in 30 minutes to an hour. Of course, many factors will affect that. For instance, if you’re in the middle of a hurricane or dealing with other hazards, the representative will not be able to come until it is safe to do so.

Once on site, the representative will assess the damage, take measurements, and then decide on a course of action. In most cases, they will board up the damaged window until the glass and framing can be cut to fit. This is particularly true if the damage occurs at night. However, there are situations in which you may be able to have the window replaced immediately – if the rep arrives during the daylight and if the window is a common size and type that the installer has on hand, for instance.

Homes that have specialty windows (unique sizes, shapes, or types) will usually need to wait at least a day or two for the replacement to be ready. However, with the boards in place, you won’t have to worry about your home is open to the elements or animals being able to enter it.

When you call for emergency window repairs, make sure that:

The company offers 24/7 service.
The company can handle any type of window or door repair.
The company uses high-quality materials.
The company can match the other frames if a complete replacement is needed rather than just having the glass replaced.

With the Rusco Windows and Doors, you can rest assured that no matter what time of day or night a window emergency strikes, you have a solution ready.

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