Condo & Apartment Balcony Solutions
Balcony doors in high-rise condos and apartments face punishing conditions: high winds, driving rain, and extreme temperature differentials. When the glass breaks or the seal fails, it impacts your comfort and safety. Installix is Vaughan's expert in balcony door glass replacement. We understand the specific mechanical and safety requirements of high-rise glazing and work with property managers and owners to restore access to your outdoor space.
Safety & Code Requirements
Mandatory Safety Glass
All balcony doors must be fitted with Tempered Safety Glass. This glass is heat-treated to be 4-5 times stronger than standard glass. Crucially, if it breaks, it shatters into harmless cubes (dicing) rather than sharp, guillotine-like shards. We strictly adhere to this code for your safety.
Wind Load Resistance
On higher floors, wind pressure is immense. The glass unit and the sealant bedding must be rated to withstand positive and negative pressure to prevent blowout during storms.
The Solution: High-Performance Replacement
We replace the failed thermal unit in your sliding or swing balcony door. We use commercial-grade sealants and spacers to ensure the new unit can handle the building's movement and wind stresses.
Why Choose Installix?
- Elevator Logistics: We measure your service elevator to ensure the glass fits. If not, we have strategies for stair-carrying or hoisting.
- Building Rules: We are fully insured ($2M Liability) and WSIB compliant, meeting the vendor requirements of all major Vaughan condo boards.
- Quick Turnaround: We know that a broken balcony door in winter is an emergency. We expedite these orders.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | High-Rise Standard |
|---|---|
| Glass Thickness | Often 5mm or 6mm tempered panes (thicker than ground-level residential). |
| Tinting | We match the building exterior tint (Bronze, Blue, Grey) perfectly. |
| Rollers & Hardware | While replacing glass, we can replace seized rollers to make the heavy door slide like new. |
Our Process: Efficient & Clean
Step 1: On-Site Measure
We visit to measure the glass and check the tint. We also check the elevator dimensions.
Step 2: Fabrication
We manufacture the custom tempered unit. (Note: Tempered glass cannot be cut; it must be made to size).
Step 3: Installation
We protect your condo floors. We remove the old unit, install the new one, and dispose of the waste via the service elevator.
Pricing Factors
- Parking/Access: Downtown condos with difficult loading docks may incur logistical fees.
- Size: Oversized "jumbo" sliding doors are significantly more expensive.
- Hardware: Adding new heavy-duty rollers adds to the labor cost but is highly recommended.
Our Service Promise
10-Year Warranty on seal failure. Enjoy your balcony view again.
Why Vaughan Residents Trust Installix
Local Compliance
We meet all building codes specific to Vaughan.
Fast Response
Our technicians are frequently in Vaughan.
Weather Ready
Glass rated for our freeze/thaw cycles.
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