The 20-Year Window Myth in Modern Condos | Pacific Glass LTD

Renovated BC home still experiencing comfort issues

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 […]

The Invisible Years of Window Decline | Pacific Glass LTD

Windows don’t usually fail with a bang. There’s no loud crack. No dramatic leak. No sudden moment when a homeowner says, “That’s it—my windows are done.” Instead, windows decline quietly. At Pacific Glass Ltd, we often meet homeowners who say, “They were fine last year,” even though the signs of decline have been building for […]

Why Clear Glass Doesn’t Mean Healthy Windows

Clear glass windows with hidden performance decline

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 Daylight Drift: How Windows Slowly Change the Way Homes Feel

Daylight drift caused by aging window performance

There is a strange moment many homeowners experience, but almost never talk about. A room that once felt warm now feels slightly cooler.Morning light doesn’t seem as gentle as it used to be.Outside noise feels closer.Winter evenings feel longer, heavier, and quieter. Nothing looks broken.The glass is still clear.The frames still look solid. Yet the […]

The Comfort Tax Your Windows Collect Every Year

Hidden comfort loss caused by aging windows

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 Window Failure Rarely Happens All at Once | Pacific Glass LTD

Gradual window performance loss in residential home

Most homeowners imagine window failure as a single moment. A crack.A fogged pane.A sudden draft that makes the problem obvious. But in reality, windows almost never fail like that. Window failure is quiet. Gradual. Invisible for years. And by the time something looks “wrong,” the real damage has often been happening for a long time […]

New Year, Clear View: Smart Glass Upgrades Burnaby Homes Are Choosing in 2026

Smart glass upgrades improving clarity in Burnaby homes

Every new year brings a subtle shift in how homeowners think. In Burnaby, 2026 is shaping up to be a year where people are no longer just fixing problems—they’re upgrading how their homes perform, feel, and age. At Pacific Glass Ltd, we’re seeing a clear trend: homeowners want windows and glass that do more than […]

Why Clear Glass Can Still Be a Security Risk for Burnaby Businesses

Clear storefront glass showing security vulnerability at a Burnaby business

Clear glass is everywhere in Burnaby’s commercial spaces. Retail storefronts.Office entrances.Restaurants and cafés.Showrooms and mixed-use buildings. It looks modern, open, and inviting. Many business owners believe that if glass is clear and intact, it’s secure. But here’s the reality most people don’t talk about: 👉 Clear glass can still be a serious security risk—especially for […]

Sliding Glass Door Maintenance in Burnaby, BC

Professional performing sliding glass door maintenance on a sticky patio door in a Burnaby home near Deer Lake

Are you struggling with a sliding glass door that’s become tough to budge? At Pacific Glass Ltd, we specialize in sliding glass door maintenance right here in Burnaby, BC. Whether you’re a homeowner in a cozy Brentwood condo or a property manager overseeing rentals near Deer Lake, we’ve got you covered. Our team, led by […]