The 20-Year Window Myth in Modern Condos | Pacific Glass LTD
Ask a condo owner how long windows should last, and you’ll hear the same answer again and again: “At least 20 years.” It sounds reasonable. Windows are expensive. They’re solid. They don’t move much. Surely, if nothing is broken, cracked, or leaking, they must still be doing their job. At Pacific Glass Ltd, this belief […]
Why Clear Glass Doesn’t Mean Healthy Windows
At first glance, windows seem simple. If the glass looks clear, the frame feels solid, and there’s no obvious draft, most homeowners assume everything is fine. After all, windows fail when they crack, fog, or leak—right? Not exactly. In reality, windows rarely fail all at once. They age quietly, internally, and invisibly. By the time […]
The Comfort Tax Your Windows Collect Every Year
There is a cost most homeowners pay without ever receiving a bill. It doesn’t arrive in the mail.It isn’t listed on your mortgage statement.It doesn’t show up as a single line item anywhere. And yet, year after year, it quietly adds up. This cost is known as the comfort tax—and your windows are often the […]
Why Balcony Exposure Accelerates Window Failure
Balconies are one of the most attractive features of modern condos. They offer fresh air, outdoor space, and a connection to the surrounding environment. In cities like Burnaby and across coastal regions, balconies are considered a major lifestyle upgrade. But at Pacific Glass Ltd, we often see the other side of this design feature—one that […]