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Pittsburgh Glass Block

Glass Block, Windows, Glass and Mirrors,

About us

Pittsburgh Glass Block Company is part of the RGF Industries family of companies; we started growing in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania more than 40 years ago. It began with the mission of providing easily installed, fully-assembled glass block windows to the Western Pennsylvania market. As the industry grew and changed RGF moved with it, we now have 5 full service locations; Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Dayton, Buffalo and Rochester, serving the Midwest and the Northeast since 1965. We began with manufacturing glass block basement windows, and then developed fresh-air vinyl vents specifically designed for glass block windows. We now produce fully-assembled partition walls; glass block shower kits that include specially designed bases, and our new nail in place CrystaLok® vinyl framed glass block window for new construction applications. We also distribute individual glass blocks from the finest manufacturers worldwide, along with a range of installation products to make any project easy for the contractor or do-it-yourselfer. Our installation departments are capable of handling any application, from the largest commercial installation to residential basement windows. We have installed glass block products for more than 200,000 customers. We believe in producing, distributing and installing high quality products; but our job doesn’t end when the product leaves the factory; we provide the tools and the knowledge necessary to ensure our customer’s success .

Business highlights

59 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Residential & Commercial Glass Block Installations - Interior & Exterior. Residential Remodeling. Commercial New Construction & Remodeling.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8164 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
5%
3
2%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 164 reviews

Robert C.
04/2020
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Excellent. They did a great job. They were clean, professional, and hardworking. I highly recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Installed new glass block windows in my basement.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jean K.
09/2018
1.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Very disappointing experience. Had hired them in the past. Made an appt, where they measured up the windows, got a quote for glass block windows and hired them in July 2018. Was told by Bruce, the sales person that it was approximately 4 weeks for installation and I would be called with the scheduled date. Four weeks passed and no phone call. I called and was told that I have to schedule for measurements, then schedule for installation. Did that - met them for measurements. Then called to schedule installation. It's now September. As of today, they have cancelled the installation dates three times, with "we are understaffed and don't have enough people to do the work." I could have gone to Lowes, Home Depot or other glass block vendors and already had them installed for the same price or less. Run away from this company.
Description of Work: Glass Block Windows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0

$1,500

Response from Pittsburgh Glass Block
We sincerely apologize for your bad experience. We truly do value our customers and have no excuse for the delay in your installation. We have made changes internally to assure that this does not happen again. We hope after finally installing the job for you, that you are happy with your new windows. If there is anything else that we can do to remedy your unpleasant experience, please do not hesitate to give us a call.

Becky P.
01/2018
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
They did a good job cementing the glass block in place of the windows. One area they had to remove a piece of wood that opened up a cold air return. We did repair that ourselves, but they didn't tell us. Everything was cleaned up when they finished and we are very pleased.
Description of Work: Our basement windows were replaced with glass block.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Steven B.
10/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Arrived on time and finished the job quickly and with little mess. Would definitely hire again if needed.
Description of Work: Install 5 glass block basement 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

Tim G.
09/2017
5.0
replacement windows, glass block
  + 0 more
Excellent work and timely completion.
Description of Work: Glass block 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
$500

David M.
08/2017
1.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Found representative I talked to on the phone to be arrogant and uninterested to secure my business. After saying they charged a minimum of $285 regardless of project size and possibly more for a basement window, she basically told me how lucky I would be for them to consider taking the job because other glass block companies wouldn't even come out for one small window. I was in the service business for years and totally understand minimum charges but cannot tolerate arrogance and a "take it or leave it" attitude in the front line communicator whom I would have fired in a heart beat had she worked for me. Incidentally, I mentioned that they were highly recommended and that they had just secured a several thousand job to replace windows in the building of an organization that I was a due paying member of to try and soften her attitude but honestly, she could have cared less. In the end, I called South Hills Glass Block Company to do the job. They were professional, courteous, prompt, dependable and reasonably priced not to mention finished the job in under 2 hours!
Description of Work: Replace broken 3 block x 4 block of existing glass block basement window.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$285

Brian M.
07/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Everything went very well. After I ordered deal, rep from company called within a day or two to schedule two appts. The first appt to examine window to confirm size, etc and to get estimate for window well piece as mentioned above. After first appt. $10 added because I had wood frame that needed replaced (which was no problem/reasonable and clear that there could be added costs via deal. Estimate for install of new window well was $75. We had them do everything for the additional $85. The office called prior to second appt to confirm we wanted add-on. Worker was prompt and completed work as promised for second appt. They did a nice job. I would recommend them and will use again.
Description of Work: Ordered Angie's list deal for $275 for new glass block window to replace standard clear glass window in basement window well. Also got price for new window well itself (half oval metal piece to maintain well)

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
$360

Robin C.
07/2017
5.0
remodeling, replacement windows, glass block, basement remodeling
  + 2 more
it was great! installers went above and beyond our expectations!
Description of Work: glass block basement windows in 100 year old house

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
$1,000

Stephen G.
07/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Very professional in every aspect of the job. Could not be happier.
Description of Work: Replace 4 over-sized basement windows with glass block 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
$700

Charles K.
06/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Great supplier - I bought the block and installed DIY.
Description of Work: Supplied Glass Block

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joe R.
06/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Great work. Done as promised and on time. Will use them again.
Description of Work: Replaced basement pane glass windows with glass block.

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
$500

Joe R.
06/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
On time and excellent craftsmanship. Reasonable price. Couldn't have been better. This is an excellent locally owned business who I will support by referral.
Description of Work: Glass Block windows in a basement laundry room.

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

Chris H.
06/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Great price, excellent work and looks great!
Description of Work: Replaced basement window with vented glass block.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephen G.
03/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
This was professionally handled from beginning to end. A highly experienced employee was sent out to estimate the job. He personally examined each window and explained what would be required and the cost. The windows exceeded the size in the package I had purchased, but the upcharge was modest and reasonable. The work was performed over a two-day period as scheduled. I couldn't be more pleased with the final results and my neighbor plans on having her windows done by the same company after seeing my completed results.
Description of Work: We needed 4 basement/garage old metal framed windows replaced with glass block 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
$800

Phoebe W.
03/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
They arrived when promised and completed the work professionally. This is the second time I have used them and have been very satisfied.
Description of Work: A glass block window installed in a powder room.

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
$250

Cynthia B.
03/2017
5.0
replacement windows, glass block
  + 0 more
This work was done some time ago, but I remember it went perfect ... from the initial meeting to the finished product. The salesman (Mark) was kind, patient in explanations, and responsive to questions. The installer was no less, did a great job with the windows, and he left my property clean.
Description of Work: (1) Removal of an old block window in the basement that was actually two block windows together, and replaced with a new block window with a vent; (2) removal of a sliding window in the laundry area of the basement that was partially obscured by an existing shower stall, and replaced with a block window with a vent.

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
$447

Susan O.
02/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
We have used them twice and would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Glass block windows.

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

jay G.
01/2017
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Great work, great price, professional and timely. Perfect.
Description of Work: This is the second time I have had Pittsburgh Glass Block do work at a home I owned. I had them replace all of the old pane glass basement windows with glass block.

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

Becky P.
01/2017
5.0
replacement windows, glass block
  + 0 more
They did a good job. There was one thing they should have told us about. We had to make another small repair due to this. They just should have told us.
Description of Work: They put glass block in our basement windows. We really like the new glass block windows.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark and Ruth M.
10/2016
5.0
glass block, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
Pittsburgh Glass Block did an exceptional job at a very affordable price. Windows are much more secure than the old window-well windows and were installed with a small vent that closes securely. Thanks.
Description of Work: Replaced two basement windows with glass block 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

Jason N.
09/2016
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Great service! I would hire them again
Description of Work: Basement and Garage 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
$800

Christie K.
09/2016
4.0
replacement windows, glass block
  + 0 more
Overall they did a good job. The final product looks good and our interactions with the office and salesperson have been very professional. The installers called prior to arriving and were early for the appointment. I'm a bit disappointed that they left all of the lights on in my basement, as well as leaving my basement door, garage door, and backyard gate wide open. I'm not sure who traditionally walks out of a customer's house leaving it entirely open but that was a bit of a surprise. Also disappointed that even after a phone call we never received a quote from the salesperson for other work that we were hoping to complete.
Description of Work: Replace basement windows with glass block.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Linda M L.
08/2016
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Excellent. With both windows meeting the requirement for the special price.
Description of Work: 2 glass block 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
$450

Gregory P.
07/2016
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
Debbie was very helpful with setting up the install Jeff and Shawn arrived on time after confirming via in the morning. They were pretty efficient and were able to complete the job within 1 hour and 30 minutes! They cleaned up nicely afterwards too!
Description of Work: Removed 2 basement Windows and 1 bathroom Window then installed new glass block 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
$500

Emily W.
06/2016
5.0
glass block
  + -1 more
A+ all around. Bruce arrived promptly to give an estimate. I signed and mailed the paperwork a day later with the deposit. They called immediately to schedule an install. The installers were prompt, professional, efficient, and nice. I appreciate that Bruce talked through all of the options and the instillation process. While he was at my home he was also able to give advice and estimates for work we plan to have done within the next year.
Description of Work: Installed 7 glass block windows in basement, replacing 95 year old rotten wood 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
$1,360

Contact information

300 Poplar St, Pittsburgh, PA 15223

http://www.pittsburghglassblock.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Glass Block,
Windows,
Glass and Mirrors,
Basement Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Insulation,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Masonry

FAQ

Pittsburgh Glass Block is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Pittsburgh Glass Block accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Pittsburgh Glass Block offers free project estimates.
Yes, Pittsburgh Glass Block offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Pittsburgh Glass Block does not offer a senior discount.
No, Pittsburgh Glass Block does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Pittsburgh Glass Block offers warranties.
Pittsburgh Glass Block offers the following services: Residential & Commercial Glass Block Installations - Interior & Exterior. Residential Remodeling. Commercial New Construction & Remodeling.

Contact information

300 Poplar St, Pittsburgh, PA 15223

http://www.pittsburghglassblock.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed