Don't Delay – Retailers Should Replace Broken Windows Immediately
Shops end up with broken windows a good deal more often than residential properties. Indeed, in Australia, many in the retail sector, see glass replacement as an accepted part of the cost of running a shop. The main reason for this discrepancy between window damage in retail settings compared to residential ones is the greater footfall that shops see. In other words, more people go in and out of shops and other retail outlets than they do homes. As such, the chances for accidental damage to windows and glazed doors requiring a glass replacement service will necessarily go up. Equally, many retail outlets are in the centre of towns and cities. Their location also means that they are more likely to face vandalism and anti-social behaviour, especially late at night.
Nevertheless, some retailers will leave a broken or cracked window pane without a repair for a substantial amount of time. This is not a good idea. Read on to learn why you should seek a glass replacement service at the first available opportunity.
Make the Shop Safe
Broken glass is a danger to anyone who comes into close proximity with it. Although you might not have shards of glass everywhere following an accident, damaged windows still represent a danger. Even cracked glazing may continue to deteriorate and splinter meaning that both employees and customers could end up getting hurt. If you are running a shop, then you have a responsibility to both members of the public and retail workers to replace damaged glazing as soon as you can.
Make the Outlet Secure
Boarding up a broken window with some plywood or MDF is the most common temporary repair measure that shop owners or retail manager will use. Although this is a good idea until you can get your glass replacement fitted, leaving a shop overnight with only a bit of wood in place means that it won't be fully secure. Burglars or even vandals could get in and do untold damage to your stock if you don't sort the window out properly.
Avoid Putting Customers Off
Lastly, you should never underestimate just how much customers dislike shops that look damaged. If you have a broken window pane or even just a crack, then it will inevitably make some people think that your shop should be avoided. In other words, replacement glass will mean you don't suffer from a downturn in sales and a consequent loss in revenue.
Learn more about your options by contacting glass replacement contractors.