What to put over a broken window?

A broken window is a nuisance and an unwanted expense, and it can often happen at the worst times, like overnight when installers aren’t available or when the weather is very bad. So you might need to put something over your broken window as a temporary measure before someone can come and replace it – but what should you use? If you’ve got a small crack, you could try using some masking tape. Cover the entire crack with the tape making sure that there is extra tape at each end of the crack. This will help to prevent the crack from growing further. However, this isn’t going to work on large impact cracks or shattered windows. For a shattered window, you need to make sure you remove all the remaining glass as the shards could easily cut someone. To make a broken window like this safe, you’ll need: Thick gloves A hammer A broom A vacuum cleaner Thick-soled shoes Safety goggles Put your gloves on and use the hammer to remove the rest of the glass. Make sure you hit the glass away from you. Using the broom, sweep away any loose glass from the area, making sure you do both inside and outside. Use your vacuum cleaner to remove any small pieces of glass that you might not have been able to see. Once you’ve cleared up the mess, you’ll want to cover your broken window with plastic and tape. It’s only a temporary measure so make sure you get in touch with a professional as soon as possible. Cut some heavy-duty plastic to fit the entire window. Using duct tape, secure the plastic over the window and make sure all the sides are sealed properly. It’s best to ensure that the plastic stays taught over the frame so it doesn’t get caught by the wind. Make sure you get in touch with a glazier or window installer as soon as you can – you'll notice a draught very quickly and someone could easily come and rip the plastic off. If you’re very worried about this you might want to add a chipboard over the top to make it more secure.

Replacement Glass (Glazing) in London

Get Replacement Glass (Glazing) Prices in London

Replacement Glass (Glazing) in London

Are you trying to find Glaziers in London? Our network of glaziers can assist with your job. All of our Window Installer in London are inspected so you can see local customer reviews, when the business was established, reviews, approval and price permitting you to make the ideal decision on who to hire. Allow us take the inconvenience out of finding as much as 4 pros for your Glaziers project.

Glaziers reduced, shape as well as mount glass for a selection of factors including windows, showers and mirrors. It's a extremely specialist profession and shouldn't be attempted by an amateur.

Glaziers can be required for both residential as well as business glass installations and also whatever your glazing requires; you'll be able to find help from these certified tradesmen.

Why would I require a glazier?

Among one of the most prominent reasons for requiring a glazier would certainly be to replace a smashed window pane. Glaziers will have the ability to reduce and also form the pane quickly as well as successfully to boost your residence's safety and security and also reduce your mind.

We will provide up to four Glaziers pros in your area, who will offer quotes for the job you want done. You'll obtain a home visit from professionals in London who'll help you to pick the right Glaziers for your house prior to carrying out the installment. Enter your postcode to start browsing now.

Average Glaziers cost in London

The regular cost of Glaziers is £75. Costs alter based on the materials and the business picked. The upper price range can be as high as £86.25. The material costs are in most cases approximately £18.75

Average price per Glaziers job in 2026

Avg. price low	Avg. price low £57
Avg. price	Avg. price £75
Avg. price high	Avg. price high £87

£200

£150

£100

£50

£0

Prices based on actual Glaziers costs for London, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Glaziers installation cost in London 2026

	Labour cost	£53
	Material cost	£19
	Waste removal	£4

Time frame: 1 day

Glaziers searches in July 2026

Choose your search type

No. of estimated projects Estimates by cities and towns

Glaziers Projects in London in June 2026

262,017

Requests for quotations in London in June 2026

0

Requests for Glaziers quotations in London in June 2026. 0% change from May 2026.

0

Requests for Glaziers quotations in London County in June 2026. 0% change from May 2026.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Glaziers searches in cities and towns near London June 2026

Glaziers near you

Choose locations

Towns and Cities near London Other locations within Greater London

London

London is the capital city of England and it's still caught in the inspiration of the 2012 Olympic Games which brightened the city. The multimillion pound venture helped to produce a range of new jobs across the city and saw a number of housing developments especially in the Stratford region. London remains the most popular tourist city in Britain with attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Madame Tussauds and the Thames River. Homes are varied as well, going back to Tudor, Georgian and Victorians eras.

Looking for Glaziers in London?

Get free quotes from local window installers

Get free quotes

Similar Customer Enquiries for Glaziers in London

02 Mar

Windows | Glazing

London - W3

Enquiry from: Nicky H

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is interested in getting 9 windows resealed. Call back anytime. Type of window / door: Windows Glass replacement only: No Number of windows requiring repair: 9 Number of doors requir...

Post a similar request >

21 Feb

Windows | Glazing

London - NW3

Enquiry from: Adam G

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, have a smaller single pane (lower) sash window that's been broken. Frame fine. Can I please get pricing to replace?

Post a similar request >

24 Nov

Windows | Glazing

London - WC1X

Enquiry from: Flossy H

Start Date: Immediate

what best describes your living situation? - -. how many windows are you considering replacing? - -. what material do you require, upvc? - -. what colour do you want them to be? - -. do you require do...

Post a similar request >

31 Oct

Windows | Glazing

London - N22

Enquiry from: Clifford S

Start Date: Immediate

call back anytime. type of window / door: windows glass replacement only: yes number of windows requiring repair: 13 number of doors requiring repair: 0 other repair required: no quote req...

Post a similar request >

27 Oct

Windows | Glazing

London - W4

Enquiry from: Naomi D

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: repair/glass only do you require doors: none i am looking for quotes for 4+ windows how...

Post a similar request >

10 Oct

Windows | Glazing

London - E16

Enquiry from: Gloria F

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for replacement windows via one of our websites. confirmed via . 2+ windows supply and install please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property owne...

Post a similar request >

30 Sep

Windows | Glazing

London - E3

Enquiry from: Steven B

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property do you require doors: 375, 375 property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: repair/glass only i am looking for quotes for 1 win...

Post a similar request >

12 Aug

Windows | Glazing

London - N1

Enquiry from: Margaret A

Start Date: Immediate

What best describes your living situation? - Homeowner - Sole. How many windows are you considering replacing? - Secondary Glazing. What material do you require, UPVC? - -. What colour do you want the...

Post a similar request >

16 Jul

Windows | Glazing

London - E18

Enquiry from: Ba A

Start Date: Immediate

repair of broken glass make secure are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial are you looking for glaziers: yes how many units do you do you require: 1 window what lev...

Post a similar request >

12 Jul

Windows | Glazing

London - N2

Enquiry from: Ali A

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is interested in repairs to a sliding patio door. Call back anytime. Type of window / door: Doors Glass replacement only: No Number of windows requiring repair: 0 Number of doors requi...

Post a similar request >

11 Jul

Windows | Glazing

London - E1

Enquiry from: Sadak A

Start Date: Immediate

Customer wants to replace the glass in two windows and one door. Call any time. Type of window / door: Windows and door Glass replacement only: Yes Number of windows requiring repair: 2 Number...

Post a similar request >

06 Jul

Windows | Glazing

London - E17

Enquiry from: Riffat A

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service do you require: repair/glass only how many windows do you need: 4+ windows do you require doors: 375, 375

Post a similar request >

29 May

Windows | Glazing

London - E6

Enquiry from: Aati A

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for replacement double glazing via one of our websites. looking at various options confirmed interest, sms at 15:04 2+ windows supply and install please call to discuss option...

Post a similar request >

03 Apr

Windows | Glazing

London - E17

Enquiry from: Gholam B

Start Date: Immediate

Customer has 2 windows that cannot be locked. Call back anytime. Type of window / door: Windows Glass replacement only: No Number of windows requiring repair: 2 Number of doors requiring repair...

Post a similar request >

24 Mar

Windows | Glazing

London - SE12

Enquiry from: Debbie W

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the home owner of that property? - Joint. How many windows are you considering secondary glazing - -. What colour do you want them to be? - -. I assume you require them to be supplied and fitt...

Post a similar request >

21 Feb

Windows | Glazing

London - E1

Enquiry from: Ethan T

Start Date: Immediate

customer requires secondary glazing for 3 windows. call back anytime. type of window / door: windows glass replacement only: no number of windows requiring repair: 3 number of doors requiring r...

Post a similar request >

07 Feb

Windows | Glazing

London - SW1X

Enquiry from: Musa D

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Type of window / door: Door Glass replacement only: Yes Number of windows requiring repair: 0 Number of doors requiring repair: 1 Other repair required: no Quote requested ...

Post a similar request >

04 Feb

Windows | Glazing

London - W14

Enquiry from: Christian S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is looking for secondary glazing for seven windows in his property. Call any time. Type of window / door: Window Glass replacement only: Yes Number of windows requiring repair: 7 Numb...

Post a similar request >

20 Jan

Windows | Glazing

London - E8

Enquiry from: Nicolas W

Start Date: Immediate

Customer is interested in secondary glazing for 2 windows. Call back anytime. Type of window / door: Windows Glass replacement only: No Number of windows requiring repair: 2 Number of doors req...

Post a similar request >

31 Oct

Windows | Glazing

London - E7

Enquiry from: Joanna G

Start Date: Immediate

are you the home owner of that property? yes how many windows are you considering replacing? 3/5 what material do you require, upvc? upvc what colour do you want them to be? white do you require doors...

Post a similar request >

Local & reliable window installers near me

Tell us about your glaziers project

Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with local window installers who can help.

Find up to 4 window installers in London

Get free, no-obligation local glaziers quotes from 4 verified window installers working in London.

Hire with confidence

Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right tradesperson for you.

Our reviews

Average

Would highly recommend

Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.

Good easy way to find a selection of…

Good easy way to find a selection of trades you need all in one place.

Love Local Quotes it's a big part of my …

Love Local Quotes it's a big part of my Business I would recommend to anyone

FAQs

A broken window is a nuisance and an unwanted expense, and it can often happen at the worst times, like overnight when installers aren’t available or when the weather is very bad. So you might need to put something over your broken window as a temporary measure before someone can come and replace it – but what should you use? If you’ve got a small crack, you could try using some masking tape. Cover the entire crack with the tape making sure that there is extra tape at each end of the crack. This will help to prevent the crack from growing further. However, this isn’t going to work on large impact cracks or shattered windows. For a shattered window, you need to make sure you remove all the remaining glass as the shards could easily cut someone. To make a broken window like this safe, you’ll need:

Thick gloves
A hammer
A broom
A vacuum cleaner
Thick-soled shoes
Safety goggles

Put your gloves on and use the hammer to remove the rest of the glass. Make sure you hit the glass away from you.
Using the broom, sweep away any loose glass from the area, making sure you do both inside and outside.
Use your vacuum cleaner to remove any small pieces of glass that you might not have been able to see.

Once you’ve cleared up the mess, you’ll want to cover your broken window with plastic and tape. It’s only a temporary measure so make sure you get in touch with a professional as soon as possible. Cut some heavy-duty plastic to fit the entire window. Using duct tape, secure the plastic over the window and make sure all the sides are sealed properly. It’s best to ensure that the plastic stays taught over the frame so it doesn’t get caught by the wind. Make sure you get in touch with a glazier or window installer as soon as you can – you'll notice a draught very quickly and someone could easily come and rip the plastic off. If you’re very worried about this you might want to add a chipboard over the top to make it more secure.

You can only repair blown double glazed windows in the sense that you can replace the sealed unit (the glass part of the window) instead of having to replace the entire window.

When a double glazed window is blown, it means that the seal around the window has failed and is now letting air in and out. Often the first sign that the sealed unit has blown is condensation on the inside of the window, which is annoying since there’s no way to get rid of it! When your sealed unit has blown, you’ll be losing heat out of the window, meaning you could be spending more on your energy bills.

As a temporary fix, you could see if you can buy a misting repair kit online, but the condensation will eventually occur again as the air gets in. The best thing to do is ask a window installer or glazier to replace the sealed unit for you.

It's simple to replace the glass in a window – the specialist will remove the beading around the window, remove the blown glass from your window frame and set it to one side. They will then clean up around the frame before adding spacers in, then fitting the new sealed unit into the frame. They’ll make sure it’s a snug fit before replacing the beading back around the window to secure it.

There's no reason to put off repairing a blown double glazed window since the cost is generally much less than replacing the entire thing. A sealed unit with installation costs an average of £100, whereas a completely new window will cost around £400. You’ll soon notice that it’s less draughty and will be able see out of your window once you’ve had the blown glass replaced.

Accidents happen, and sometimes windows get broken. And that will lead to you wanting to replace just the glass in your window, rather than the whole frame. Also, as windows get older they can mist up on the inside, which means that the unit has ‘blown’ - so you’ll also need to replace the glass. But how much is it to replace the glass in a window? Luckily, if the frame of your window is in good condition, there’s no need to replace it, and this will reduce the cost. For an installer to fit a new pane of glass in a single glazed window, the average cost is £100, while a replacement double glazed sealed unit will cost an average of £110. Of course, as this is an average, if your window is very large you may spend more, and if your window is very small the price may be less. That's why it’s important to get a range of quotes so you can compare costs and get the best price. If you’re good at DIY, you may feel confident enough to have a go at replacing the glass in your window yourself. In that case, the cost of sealed unit and any other materials you need will cost an average of £57. It’s a significant saving, and if you think you can do it, then give it a try. However, if you’re in any way unsure, it’s best to leave it to the professionals. A window installer will be able to replace the glass in your window in less than an hour. Even though it costs more for a professional to do it, if you get it wrong and have to start over it will cost you more in the long run.

If the glass in your window has been damaged, you might only need to replace that rather than your whole window frame. Common reasons for needing to replace the glass in your window include:

The glass has smashed from an impact such as a stone hitting it from a lawnmower
You have been broken into and suspects used the window to gain entry
The glass has blown (lost its airtightness) from constant water build-up around the seals, which is common in bathrooms
Extreme weather or pressure changes have caused a crack

If your frames are still intact and there’s nothing wrong with your window’s locks or trims, there’s no reason why you can’t just replace the sealed unit in your window. To help with the quotation process, a window installer may ask you to measure the glass for your window replacement. It’s pretty simple to just measure the sealed unit inside your window. There are just 3 steps you need to take:

Including the beading (the plastic and rubber seals around the windows that can be removed), measure the width of the window frame.
Do the same for the height of the window, making sure you include the beading.
Then, take 10mm off each measurement, and you have the approximate size of your glass.

A reputable window installer will still make their own measurements before confirming the size of the glass in your window and going ahead and ordering the replacement. Make sure you get a range of quotes from local and national installers so you can compare the price and their quotation process.

Other Top Projects in London

Customer Reviews

Overall rating:

London Glaziers installers are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 3 reviews of 20 pros.

The LeadsDoWork rating and review is an overall rating based on verified reviews and feedback from the customers with Glaziers projects that have been connected with Glaziers pros to help them. All Glaziers contractors All London Glaziers contractors

Are you a window installer in London?

We can help you get more glaziers work with our qualified job leads and boost your business.

Join today