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The Glass Guru

Windows, Glass and Mirrors, Doors,

About us

Paul Schlimgen, owner. Complete glass shop with a unique service that restores dual pane glass that is foggy. Shower doors are a speciality.

Business highlights

14 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

New & replacement windows and doors, spot removal, graffiti removal, glass repair & replacement, cabinet glass, moisture removal between glass on dual pane glass, shower & mirror glass,screens & hardware.window unit repair

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.535 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
11%
3
3%
2
3%
1
11%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.5
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 26-35 of 35 reviews

LISA B.
12/2018
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
Excellent!
Description of Work: Installed a glass shower enclosure

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Chuck B.
05/2017
4.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
replacement went good
Description of Work: replaced large half round glass

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Linda P.
11/2016
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
Very well.
Description of Work: Replacement of a smaller picture window due to age and discoloration from broken seal.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

John C.
10/2016
5.0
glass repair, replacement windows
  + 0 more
Awesome job Awesome price
Description of Work: Replaced 3 cracked windows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

Sandra M.
11/2015
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Excellent work! Will use his services again.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

rebecca P.
01/2015
5.0
glass repair, replacement windows
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: replaced to windows and 1 window screen. Overall good experience with the new windows looking good, nice customer service and exellent price.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David I.
09/2014
5.0
glass repair, replacement windows
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fixed a broken double pane window. Service was prompt and professional and delivered as promised. I would definitely use him again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Joanne R.
01/2014
5.0
glass repair, plumbing
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Fixed leaky shower door by removing and reinstalling; replaced 2 cracked windows; installed glass in new kitchen cabinets

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

KIMBERLY T.
11/2013
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced the broken glass in a window.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Angela B.
09/2012
1.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: I called for a quote for a window repair. They never even gave me the courtesy of a return call!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0

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Contact information

1 Hillview Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144

www.theglassguruofalbany.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Windows,
Glass and Mirrors,
Doors,
Skylights,
Plumbing,
Windows - Safety & Security Film,
Window Tinting

FAQ

The Glass Guru is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Saturday: 8:30 AM - 2:00 AM

The Glass Guru accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, The Glass Guru does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, The Glass Guru offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Glass Guru does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, The Glass Guru offers emergency services.
Yes, The Glass Guru offers warranties.
The Glass Guru offers the following services: New & replacement windows and doors, spot removal, graffiti removal, glass repair & replacement, cabinet glass, moisture removal between glass on dual pane glass, shower & mirror glass,screens & hardware.window unit repair

Contact information

1 Hillview Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144

www.theglassguruofalbany.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 2:00 AM