Here’s What To Do When Glass Window Or Door Breaks

Here's What To Do When Glass Window Or Door Breaks

It can be something of a shock when a glass door or window breaks unexpectedly in the home, particularly if you have pets or small children in the house. A broken window isn’t just an inconvenience: it’s a significant hazard that could also compromise the security of your home or business.

If you’re dealing with a cracked or shattered windowpane, it’s important not to panic or stress. For your own safety and peace of mind, simply consult the Tamworth Glass guide on what to do when a glass window or door breaks unexpectedly:

While this might seem like a secondary measure, it’s important to know why a window has broken to assess whether there is an immediate risk to you and your family. While an accident with a football is of little further concern, a storm or potential break-in could mean that you need to vacate the building or inform the police if necessary.

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Give the area a thorough vacuuming to pick up any small/invisible pieces (this is especially important in carpeted areas - you should be able to hear your vacuum picking the pieces up, even if you can’t see them).


Cover any remaining glass shards in the window frame with a towel where possible. If this seems unsafe, ensure the room is out of bounds until a qualified glazier can attend.

If you’re able to cover up the broken window space until a pane of glass can be repaired, you’ll find it worthwhile as this can discourage break-ins and protect against inclement weather and other damage. Small cracks can be secured with packing tape, although for larger gaps you may need to tape some tarpaulin or heavy-duty trash bags around the window to seal off the entire frame.

You may also wish to nail scrap wood over the frame for further protection, particularly if you’re unable to schedule window repairs until the following day and need to vacate your premises overnight.

Once you’ve cleaned up any debris, it’s time to contact a qualified glazier to arrange for a window replacement. A professional glass replacement team will ensure that your window has been replaced correctly and sufficiently sealed.

At Tamworth Glass, we specialise in single and double glazing, insurance claims, Crimsafe windows/doors, safety screens, commercial glazing and general glass repairs/replacements. If you’re based in Taminda and need to replace a glass window or door in your home or business, please contact us today and we’ll do our best to resolve the issue as soon as possible.