We all do it. Arizonians are known to be friendly. We don?t mind inviting strangers into our homes and rarely does it ever cause concern or have a negative result. When allowing workmen into your home though, keep in mind that some of those ?fly-by-night? operators may be people that have lost jobs from reputable companies not because of the economy but because of addiction issues, alcoholism, poor workmanship, and even bad behavior.

The bottom line ? it?s what matters most. Renovating a home or property is an expensive undertaking. It can be time consuming, stressful, intimidating, and it tests ones skills and spirit. Home remodeling has been known to make or break relationships. The arguments are rarely about finishes and choices of products or labor, they are about money.

Hiring people you can trust is, of course, imperative. Yet that is not all you can do. Often unforeseen circumstances advance the budget beyond the limit. When tackling a project it is important to remember the rule of thumb: it takes twice as long and twice as much money as you think to finish it.

Calling in friends and family seems like a good idea, right? Free labor? Not if they don?t know what they are doing. One of our employees had her laminate wood floors installed by a neighbor. He accidentally set her house on fire! The fire was put out, but the smoke damage took months to remove and was expensive. Hiring the right professional in the first place would have saved her a great deal of time, money, and aggravation.

Buying materials ?off the rack? sounds easy too, but not if they don?t fit! There are many custom cabinet makers that are affordable and custom countertop installers that can make your kitchen or bathroom just right when something store-bought would not fit and look terrible. Local craftsmen, small businesses, and artisans with affordable fees can be found quite easily with a little digging around.

A common mistake is using someone?s old paint. Paint does expire. It thickens, gets lumpy, the ingredients separate, and if you run out there?s a good chance that even a paint with the same formula won?t match right. Paint is cheap. Invest in fresh paint and your project will appear much better.

Don?t be afraid to buy used either. Habitat for Humanity has warehouses with used building products all over the nation and some of those carefully removed building materials can be a big boon if you have the right tradesman to install them in your home.

There are a lot of ways to cut costs ? for instance, using granite tiles instead of a solid slab of granite costs about a third as much. That?s far better than laminate or composite countertops! Finding appliances in unusual places ? like the clearance section at IKEA, for instance, saved a friend half of the cost of replacing her oven. It was heavy to haul home, but the find was worth it! Are you thinking of replacing your couch because the cushions are sagging? Why not just replace the foam and wash the covers instead?

How often do you think about emergencies? Never, and this is why they are called emergencies! They are unexpected and, this is why, most troublesome and damaging to property and your moral state. However, there are things, which you should know: no matter what your emergency is, there is always someone to help you! Get yourself together and dial our number, if your emergency is glass-related!

What does it mean ? providing emergency services 24/7? It means that we are willing to help with any glass difficulties you might be facing any time of day and night. You might have learned already that the prevailing majority of commercial glass repair providers work usual hours and have rest on weekends. This is why, when you need them the most, you may appear lost and confused, because there is absolutely no one to help you! This is not our case, because we are always here to help customers resolve even the most challenging issues. We know that glass is vulnerable to various attacks, and they do not happen from 9 to 17. More often than not, emergencies occur beyond normal working hours, and this is just another reason why they are called emergencies!

Commercial glass repair is a competitive industry, and everyone wants to survive. Everyone wants to provide quality glass products, hoping that they will never break. However, everyone knows that even the most complicated space endeavors fail, let alone the best glass products and repair services. So, emergency services often appear to be the best means to attend to your glass repair needs immediately. It does not really matter when you face a problem. You may simply break a glass door late at night, while traveling to your kitchen. No matter when it happens, you can always use emergency services and have your glass repaired or replaced in no time.

The most common emergency glass repair services include but are not limited to replacing broken storefronts, installing specialty glass, including bulletproof windows, and preparing your home or store/office for any other emergencies. For many years, our commercial glass repair business has been focused on proactive approaches to the most problematic aspects of working with glass. In the same fashion, we encourage our clients to be proactive and envision possible issues they might encounter while using their glass products. We can help to prepare your home, store, or office to emergencies that are coming.

We know that it takes a lot of time and effort to find a dedicated glass professional. However, if you are looking for an experienced, reputable, and available 24/7 emergency service, you are in the right place. You should know that glass repair does not tolerate any delays. It may cost you a fortune, if you fail to replace your storefront glazing on time. Just imagine how much you can lose, in case your store stays without a storefront for the night. With the 24 emergency service you will certainly avoid all these difficulties.

The main benefits from using emergency glass services include reasonable prices and speed. Despite being fast, the glass repair service is unbelievably accurate. By choosing the emergency glass service, you can be sure that your needs will be met and your safety will be guaranteed. It does not really matter when you make a call, because we always have something to offer to your glass problem!

Stained glass windows ? how are they made?

These wonders grace churches, historical buildings, Victorian homes, cathedrals, and works of modern art all throughout the world. Creating them requires great skill, patience, and a lot of lead soldering.

The first step is to diagram the window on a small scale, in color, called a Vidimus. It must take into account the mathematical dimensions of the larger piece to be created. This requires technical expertise as the drawing is later used to make a Cartoon, or a full-sized design of the window. The cartoon is drawn on paper that is translucent. Everything is taken into account ? the separate glass pieces, the window framework, and the lead soldering that holds it all together. There is always a theme or story involved in stained glass art and this is carefully considered as the Vidimus and technical Cartoons are rendered.

The artist, or master-glazier, carefully selects individual pieces of colored glass and cuts them down to the proper sizes with a tool. The technique is called grozing. Paints are applied to create special the special details required by faces, hands and hair. The paint has traditionally contained ingredients like wine, vinegar and urine! After all the pieces have been cut, they are beveled and cleaned. The colored panes are then fitted into lead H-shaped frames called cames which are welded with molten tin at the joints. These structures can be flimsy so mastic and oily cements or pastes are used to secure the glass to the cames. When they are dry, the panel of colored panes is then carefully fitted into the larger framework of the window which is often supported by iron rods. Modern art pieces use different enamels, paints, and additives to glass to produce a dizzying array of effects and lead is sometimes replaces with copper.

Spring is here, and summer will not wait! So, is your car ready to meet the hottest summer days? Is your house prepared for the hot days and nights in July-August? Time is running fast, but only those who think in advance can win the prize! We at Chandler Glass would like to provide some tips to help you get ready for this awesome summer! Here we will speak about tinting glass.

First, you may have questions as to whether and why you should tint your glass. The answer is quite simple: for example, your car can become 70% cooler when it is tinted. The same goes with houses ? you can make your house much more pleasant for living during summer, if you choose a high-quality tinting film and professional glass service providers to do the job. Tinting windows is also useful, because it helps reduce the amount of ultraviolet radiation from the sun, up to 99%. As a result, while at home, your interior will be protected from the damaging influence of the sun. In the car, your skin and appearance will also be safer in the presence of quality tinted glass.

Now the basic question is how to make it right! Chandler Glass can help you! First of all, if you are willing to tint your car, make sure you check the local laws and regulations governing these issues. Each state has a different law regarding the darkness of the tint allowed for vehicles. The central measure to consider is visible light transmission (VLT), and we will willingly assist you in choosing the best legal product!

Everyone agrees that it is better to trust the process of glass tinting to professionals. Only professionals can ensure that the product fulfills its mission, lasts long, and looks excellent. We at Chandler Glass have rich experience working with tinted glass, so you are welcome to use our services and make your summer better and brighter than the sun!