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At Northstar Glass, we enjoy providing our customers with the most useful and up-to-date information on glass and window repair and replacement here on our blog. Check out our posts on this page!

How to Choose the Best Doors for Your Shower

North America's shower glass door market gained around 3,493.4 million dollars in 2020. With such a large market, it should be easy for...

Benefits of Installing Custom Glass for Your Home or Office

Experts value the global flat glass market share at 354.98 CAD. With such a large market, it's safe to assume that you can find glass in...

The Top Signs Your Windows Need Replacing

If you're worried that your windows are in need of replacement, it's time to act fast. Broken windows are a safety and security hazard....

Emergency Broken Glass Service: A Business Owner’s Guide

A study revealed that broken glass causes more than 2.5 million injuries in the U.S. each year. For businesses, broken glass could mean a...

Glass Replacement Toronto: How to Properly Measure Glass Windows

Not all windows are created equally. However, you can expect your panes to last between 15 and 20 years. If the glass windows in your...

A Business Owner’s Guide to Protecting Storefront Glass Doors in Toronto

Glass storefronts are an easy access point for unwanted burglars. Luckily, with the right protection, you can keep your storefront glass...

Choosing a Fully Licensed and Insured Glass Company

"Glass emergency" isn't something that most home or business owners generally think about, but when it happens, you'll need help fast....

Tips for Choosing the Right Commercial Storefront Door

Although there's been a recent boom in online sales driven mainly by the pandemic, brick-and-mortar stores can't afford to neglect their...

Four Signs Its Time for You to Replace Your Glass

Glass and glass fixtures experience wear and tear, resulting in a need for upgrades to meet new standards. When we notice the signs...

Glass Repair vs. Replacement? How to Decide?

Windows and other types of glass don't tend to draw much attention until there's a problem with them. One day they become cracked,...

What to Look for When Selecting a Glass Replacement Company?

While the quality of windows has greatly improved over the years, they're still far from indestructible. Your glass is still vulnerable...

How to Clean and Maintain Your Glass Surfaces

Glass is commonly found in mirrors, windows, showers and coffee tables. It is very effective in upgrading the aesthetics and providing...

How to get the most out of your windows

Glass windows are the standard in home construction, but in fact, there’s a wide range of glass that can types that can be used. Whether...

Benefits of Hiring Professional Glass Repair Service Providers

Today, glass is one of the most demanded supplies commonly used for residential and commercial projects. It enhances the curb appeal of...

Tempered Glass vs Annealed Glass

It’s important to realize that different industries and circumstances require the use of different types of glass. Two varieties that are...

What to Do If Your Storefront Window Breaks

A broken window is never a good thing, but it’s especially troublesome if it happens to your place of business. Should your storefront...

How to Maintain Your Storefront Glass to Improve Business Appeal

Curb appeal is just as crucial for a business as it is for a home. You want the exterior of your retail site to attract new customers...

The Benefits of Using an All Glass Curtain Wall for Your Scarborough Office

Whether you just bought a new space, or you are renovating your current office, one area you might not have thought of, is the walls....

How often do windows in Toronto really need to be replaced?

Every five years? Every ten years? How about 20? What’s the difference between residential and commercial? Does one need to be replaced...

Custom Glass for Your Home

A great way to spruce up your home décor and add a bit of flair is through the use of custom glass. Glass provides an immediate wow...

4 Signs Your Windows Need Replacing in Toronto

Windows are an integral part of both the look and comfort of your home or business. They also play an important role in energy...

Choosing the Right Windows for Your Business

Your windows perform several important roles for your business. They not only allow daylight and the warmth of the sun inside your...