A Broken Storefront Is a Security Problem First
When storefront glass breaks — vandalism, a break-in, an accident — the first priority isn't the glass itself, it's the open hole in your building. Scarborough and Mississauga retailers have seen enough smash-and-grab activity in recent years that securing the opening fast matters as much as the eventual repair. We treat board-up as step one, not an afterthought.
Why Retailers Can't Just Wait for a Quote
Every hour a storefront sits open is exposure to weather, theft, and liability if someone gets hurt on broken glass. Landlords and tenants sometimes disagree about who's responsible while the opening sits unsecured, which only makes things worse. Getting a crew out immediately protects everyone while the responsibility question gets sorted separately.
Tempered, Laminated, or Insulated — What Storefronts Actually Use
Most storefronts use tempered safety glass, which breaks into small granular pieces rather than sharp shards. Laminated glass adds a security layer that resists full break-through, common on higher-risk locations. Insulated (double-pane) sealed units are typical where the storefront needs to control heat loss. We match replacement glass to what code and your existing system require.
Glass-Only vs. Frame Replacement
If your aluminum framing is intact, we replace glass only, which keeps costs and turnaround down. If the frame itself is bent, cracked, or pried during a break-in, we repair or replace the affected framing sections in the same visit rather than sending a second crew out later.
What Storefront Glass Replacement Costs
Typical storefront panels run $700 to $2,500 per lite replaced, depending on size, glass type, and access. Larger custom or oversized display glazing is sometimes priced by the square foot instead, generally in the $25 to $75 per square foot range depending on spec. Emergency after-hours response carries a call-out fee we quote up front by phone.
From Board-Up to Permanent Glass
Board-up typically happens within hours of your call. Standard tempered replacement units are usually installed within 24 to 72 hours; insulated sealed units take 3 to 7 days to fabricate, so we keep the opening boarded and secure until the permanent glass is ready to go in.
Insurance Paperwork Without the Runaround
Vandalism and break-in claims move faster with the right documentation. We provide photos, measurements, and an itemized invoice formatted for commercial insurance claims, and can bill approved claims directly so you're not carrying the cost while the claim processes.
If Your Storefront Is Broken Right Now
Contact us and we'll get a crew out to secure the opening, then follow up with a firm quote for permanent glass before anyone starts fabrication. You'll know the cost and timeline before we commit to the job.
Issues We Hear About Most Often
Property managers, retailers, and GCs across the GTA run into the same patterns. Here is what usually brings people to this service — and how we approach it.
Break-ins keep happening in the same areas
Retailers across Scarborough and Mississauga have dealt with repeat smash-and-grab activity. We can't stop it happening, but we can get your opening secured the same day and talk through hardware upgrades that make the next attempt harder.
Landlord and tenant disagree over who pays
We've seen openings sit boarded for weeks while a landlord and tenant argue over responsibility. We secure the opening immediately regardless, and provide documentation both parties can use to sort out the bill afterward.
Insurance adjusters want proof, fast
Claims stall without photos and a proper itemized estimate. We document the damage on our first visit so your adjuster has what they need without a second appointment.
A boarded window looks like a closed business
Plywood over your storefront tells customers you're closed even when you're open. We fast-track permanent glass specifically to get boarding down as quickly as fabrication allows.
Storefront Glass Across the GTA
We provide storefront glass throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, with regionally routed crews for fast response: