What To Do – And What Not To Do – When You Have A Broken Window

If a window breaks in your home, one of the first things you should do is call professionals like us at Glen Innes Glass to come and carry out glass window repairs in Auckland. 

Here are some dos and don’ts for what to do when you have a broken window.

What You Should NOT Do

• Unless you have the proper skills and experience in replacing broken windows, along with the necessary gear and equipment, you really should not try to repair the window yourself. The reasons for this are obvious. You could get seriously injured. Broken glass can cause severe injury, so you should not attempt to work with large panes of glass if you’re not properly equipped to do so.
• You should also be careful not to touch any exposed wires or electrical components near the broken window until you have the opportunity to turn the power off or disconnect them. This is because the broken glass might have sliced into the cables, which could cause electrical shocks or electrocution. 
• You can try to board up the window or cover it with a plastic tarp and some tape, but you should be extremely careful not to cut yourself on broken glass. If possible, leave this job to a professional. If you attempt to do this, then always wear safety gloves.
• Importantly, don’t wait too long to call a professional in to fix the window. Leaving a broken window unfixed can affect the integrity of the building by allowing in moisture, dust, and pests. Moreover, it can also be a security risk.

What You SHOULD Do

• The first thing is to remain calm and carefully assess the situation and the extent of the damage.
• You will likely have a lot of broken glass on the floor. Put on protective gloves and carefully sweep it into a small area around the broken window, then secure the area to prevent further damage or injury. This is particularly important if you have children or pets. It might be best to close the room off entirely until the problem can be addressed.
• While you wait for the window repair team to get to you, try to pick up whatever glass you can, as long as you do it safely. You should also try to take a few photos of the damage for insurance purposes so you can make a claim for it later – especially if it’s a big window.
• Most importantly, you should call in the pros to come and fix it for you. A professional team of window repairmen will ensure your window is fixed properly, quickly, and, most importantly, safely.

Get in touch with us at Glen Innes Glass today for quick and safe glass window repairs in Auckland!