Specialized Glazing Maintenance and Repair in Metro Vancouver
We provide specialized maintenance and repair services for complex or aging glazing systems, focusing on quality workmanship and long-term solutions.
Experience and Expertise
We are glazing specialists. Our core team has decades of hands-on experience in the glazing trade, spanning everything from residential window fixes to major commercial façade installations. This breadth of knowledge enables us to approach maintenance and repair with an understanding of the underlying building science and glazing system design. When faced with a tricky leak or an unusual custom window, we have solved a similar problem before.
Union-Trained Quality
As a strong unionized business, we take pride in the training and professionalism of our glaziers. Union certification and the Red Seal training program ensure that our workers are highly skilled in all aspects of glass installation and repair. The advantage to our clients is clear: jobs get done correctly and safely, following proper procedures. Our technicians know and respect building codes, safety regulations, and the high standards of workmanship.
Professional Approach
From building managers to homeowners, we understand that our clients expect a professional and straightforward approach. We focus on clear communication, honest assessments, and delivering on our promises. Our proposals and reports are detailed yet easy to understand, helping you make informed decisions. Our success is measured by your peace of mind knowing that a competent, reliable team is looking after your glazing needs.
No Job Too Big
Have a 30-story tower with failing window seals? A massive showroom glass wall that needs re-sealing? A multi-building strata complex that requires annual care? We have the capacity and organization to take on large-scale projects and see them through successfully. Our versatile team structure allows us to ramp up for major jobs or deploy small teams for detailed custom work as needed. We love a challenge and have a proven track record to back it up.
Our seasoned glaziers provide end-to-end solutions to maintain, repair, and upgrade your glass installations.
Comprehensive Glazing Services We Offer
Vancouver Expert Glazing Services for Strata, Homes and Commercial Buildings
Managing a building with persistent window leaks or failed seals can be frustrating. Our team specializes in solving complex glazing issues, often the kind that other contractors have been unable to resolve. We bring together experienced, union-trained glaziers and advanced repair techniques to restore the integrity of your glass installations. Whether you oversee a multi-story condominium, own a custom-built home, or manage a commercial facility, we deliver tailored solutions that preserve your propertys design and improve its performance.
Strata and Multi-Residential Buildings
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Commercial Properties and Special Projects
Office towers, retail storefronts, and public buildings rely on extensive glass installations to create bright, inviting spaces. When something goes wrong, such as a leaking atrium skylight in a shopping center or a cracked curtain wall panel on an office high-rise, it can pose safety risks and disrupt business. We partner with building owners, facility managers, and engineers to fix these issues quickly and correctly. Our technicians are experienced in working on active commercial sites and occupied buildings. This means we can schedule repairs during off-peak hours or in phases, allowing businesses to continue operating with minimal disturbance. We tackle complex projects such as replacing failed glazing units high above street level, resealing glass curtain walls, or reinforcing aging glass structures for earthquake safety. With each project, we emphasize clear communication and meticulous workmanship. Businesses and public institutions throughout Metro Vancouver trust us to resolve critical glazing problems while upholding the aesthetic and safety standards their properties require.
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Annual Glazing Maintenance Packages
For clients seeking ongoing peace of mind, we offer annual service packages that include scheduled preventive maintenance for your glazing assets. Instead of waiting for leaks or failures to occur, these plans keep your windows and glass installations in top condition year-round. Regular maintenance not only addresses visible issues but also catches hidden problems early. In fact, routine inspections and maintenance of seals, caulking, and drainage systems significantly reduce the risk of leaks and other failures. By investing in a maintenance plan, building owners and managers can avoid costly emergency repairs and extend the life of expensive glazing systems.
All our maintenance plans are carried out by the same skilled glaziers who handle our complex repair projects, ensuring that no detail will be overlooked. We also ensure clear communication with property managers or homeowners. You will know exactly what work is being done each visit and why. Ultimately, our goal is to prevent headaches and protect your investment through diligent care
Scheduled Inspections
One of our experienced glazing professionals will inspect all accessible windows, doors, skylights, and curtain wall sections on a regular interval (typically annually, with semi-annual check-ups for very large or high-exposure buildings). We look for signs of wear such as cracked caulking, loose gaskets, fogging between panes, corrosion on frames, clogged drainage weep holes, and hardware issues. A detailed report is provided after each inspection, noting any findings and recommended actions.
Preventive Maintenance Work
During the service visits, we perform on-the-spot maintenance to address any minor issues before they escalate. This can include re-caulking small gaps, tightening screws or fasteners, lubricating window operators and door closers, cleaning out dirt and debris from window tracks and drain channels, and replacing worn weatherstripping. These small tasks, done proactively, ensure your windows and doors continue to perform optimally and seal out the elements.
Priority Repairs
If an inspection reveals conditions that require more than routine service, we provide a clear summary of the issue, the cause, and the recommended corrective work. Examples include failed insulated glass units, deteriorated perimeter sealant on exposed elevations, or hardware that no longer operates as intended. Our project coordinator will review each item with you, outline the repair method, and schedule the work at a suitable time. Maintenance program clients receive priority access to our service calendar, ensuring their properties are attended to promptly by the same team familiar with the site.
Documentation and Planning
Each year, you will receive documentation of the maintenance performed and the condition of your glazing systems. This helps with long-term capital planning and budgeting. (For strata properties, our reports can assist the strata council in demonstrating that they are meeting their duty to maintain the common property.) Over time, our maintenance program can inform you when certain components are reaching the end of their life, allowing you to plan replacements in a cost-effective manner rather than facing sudden failures. Planning for annual window maintenance is considered a best practice for multi-family buildings, and we make it easy by keeping you informed and ahead of potential issues.
Schedule an Initial Assessment
Arrange a site visit with our glazing specialists to review your existing windows, doors, skylights, and curtain walls. We will document current conditions, identify maintenance priorities, and prepare a clear plan outlining both immediate and long-term recommendations.
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“Our tower is made up of both residences in the tower, as well as connected to a commercial space. On the third floor of the tower there is a pool area with a large pony wall window assembly. This wall is also connected to the roof of the commercial space beside. After multiple complaints by the commercial tenants of water ingress, the strata council decided to investigate only to discover large amounts of water in the pony wall. Since this pony wall was also the base to a large window assembly, and the water had already damaged the steel studs, we found ourselves in a somewhat urgent situation.
Sentinel Glass came to our rescue with the glass wall by recognizing the issues right away and were willing to arrange their schedule to service us in a timely manner. They provided a detailed quote, did a presentation to the owners, and were able to begin the project within a few months. Dates and timelines were completely adhered to, materials were delivered when scheduled, and the site was always kept extremely clean.
To say that we would recommend Sentinel Glass and their team is obvious. In our industry, it is difficult to find companies that care about their clients, and who take the extra time and energy to do the right thing, not taking the easy way out, especially when dealing with a strata corporation and a 30-year-old building.”
Cynthia LucasLivwell Collective”
Talk to a Glazing Specialist
Every building and glazing system has its own history and challenges. The best way to determine what your property needs is through an informed discussion and a careful on-site review. Our service department can arrange an inspection, prepare a detailed summary of findings, and outline a maintenance or repair plan tailored to your requirements.
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