FAQ

Impact glass, also known as laminated glass is designed to easily protect your home during severe weather events like hurricanes and storms. It is made by sandwiching a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) between two layers of glass. This construction allows the glass to remain intact with a perfect seal , even if it is struck, removing the risk of having your home exposed to wind, water, and flying debris.

With impact glass, you can feel utterly confident that your home is fortified against intrusion. Its unparalleled strength and durability create a protective barrier that instills a sense of security and peace of mind. Knowing that your windows and doors are reinforced with impact glass allows you to leave your children at home with absolute confidence, even during extended periods. Rest assured that no matter the circumstances, the integrity of your home remains intact, providing a safe haven for your loved ones.

2604 Bronze and 2604 White would be  standard colors with no price difference . Black and other colors will have an extra cost and so will 2605 standard upgrade.

Both AAMA 2604 and AAMA 2605 are high-performance powder coating standards used for architectural applications like windows, doors, and curtain walls. AAMA 2605 offers superior weather resistance and durability compared to AAMA 2604, making it suitable for harsher environments and areas with extreme weather conditions. If longevity and durability are top priorities, AAMA 2605 would be the better choice.

The frame/aluminum has a limited LIFETIME warranty . 2604 finish has 5 year warranty and 2505 has 10 year warranty.

Gray or clear glass are considered standard to us in Florida but Glass of all different tints exist and we offer , but the best performing glass is Low e glass. We strongly encourage choosing performance over personal tint preference. Clear with low e ( Sb70)  is A-1’s 1’st choice .

Glass has a 5 year warranty . If it’s an oversized glass with SGP interlayer it’ll have 10 year warranty. 

Upgrading to low-emissivity (low-e) glass can offer benefits like improved energy efficiency by reducing heat transfer through windows. It can  potentially lower your cooling costs. Consider factors like your climate, energy usage, and budget to determine if it’s worth the investment for your specific situation.

Clients often ask for this upgrade but it’s not as needed as people think. With our products , Strength of product remains the same based on tests . We recommend up grading to a thicker thickness only when outside noise is a concern due to busy street/neighborhood ,

President of A-1 family roots in local manufacture Mr glass Doors & Windows m led to us being best selling dealer , most professional and most knowledgeable Dealer/Glazing contractors of Mr glass doors & windows .