Is it possible to replace a broken double glass of a uPVC window?
The simple answer is yes.
There are different reasons why a double glass pane in a uPVC window may break or crack. Is the damage repaired or replaced? Approaching the right uPVC window repair service vendor curtails the expense. It also ensures the functionality is not marred unless the windows are very old and need a replacement.
VEKA manufactures new windows and also deals with uPVC window glass replacement for customers. This post will help you to understand why the glass splinters unless it is broken in. You will also learn if it is the right time for replacements or repairs.
VEKA takes great care as a trusted manufacturer to make uPVC windows with double or triple glass. This is a vital component of the entire structure to deliver high performance. On rare occasions, spontaneous cracking may occur, which creates inefficiencies. This happens when untrained local vendors are given the job of manufacturing. If cheap materials are purchased from the market, the damage will occur at any time of the year. The window may turn inwards or collapse. A major side effect is the minimised heat efficiency which is disastrous during winters.
There is always some reason why the material cracks. You will need to look for replacement glass for uPVC windows.
Ratios of the frame and the glass
If the windows are shaped squarely or round, the risks of breakage are low. Shorter panes are not very flexible and do not allow the glass to expand. A larger or taller window pane is likely to expand and break out. When the inside and outdoor temperatures have a huge gap, the glass splinters. This factor needs to be taken care of at the manufacturing plant.
Manufacturing errors
Due to technology and automation, there are fewer errors in making window profiles by reputed manufacturers. Making double-glazing panels is a precise engineering effort with specifications accurately. Some practices or even environmental factors contribute to fissures in the glass. For example, scratches may be left when the glass is cut. Even a tiny abrasion becomes a weak point leading to cracks. It often happens with bevelled glass.
Temperature and humidity
We can point out a technical reason in regions with varying and even extreme temperatures in India. If a double glass window is created during summer, there is a risk it may crack in fierce winters. Most windows created in the VEKA plant are checked for the appearance of moisture and droplets, which may add to the problem. Quality checks ensure that there are lesser chances of uPVC windows glass replacement in the future.
Strength of the glass panels
A glass of durable strength is the ideal material for making a uPVC window. Using a thicker sheet ensures the chances of cracking are minimised. Ideally, a 6 mm glass sheet is better than a 4 mm which is prone to get ruined easily. This is why VEKA uPVC windows and doors come with longer warranty periods for its customers. Our staff will create profiles that match the location where the house is located. (In the case of thicker panels of toughened glass, there are chances of spontaneous breakage which can’t be predicted or eliminated).
We have qualified fitters and engineers to check the installation and, above all, curtail the main reasons to control the loss. They will look for defects and any issues regarding its positioning, sealants, inside heating/cooling units and area. The technicians might just need to check the real reasons for the thermal shock or the flow of air towards the rest of the space.
Are you tired of looking at the misty window or a wrecked double-glass unit? Let us know your concerns. Replacement glass for uPVC windows will also give a better view. If you have any other pain points related to repairs, we could discuss those as well.
