New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Hale Windows Los Angeles pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
Choose your installer
The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
Prepare your home for install
Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.
PGTThe line homeowners arrive naming - the most impact certifications in the industry$$$
- More impact certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built to strict wind codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Factory-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
Mr-Glass Window Repair in Los Angeles: What to Know First
Mr-Glass window repair in Los Angeles typically costs $185 to $640 per window depending on the failure, and most repairs are completed in a single visit. We’re an independent Mr-Glass service provider, which means we work on these windows without being tied to the manufacturer’s service schedule or pricing structure. If you’ve got a Mr-Glass window that won’t close, has fogged glass, or won’t lock, call us at (213) 269-5559 for a free estimate. This page is written for Los Angeles homeowners who own Mr-Glass products and want a straight answer on what’s wrong, what it costs, and who can fix it.
How Mr-Glass Products Fail – and How We Fix Them
After 15-plus years repairing windows across Los Angeles, we know which Mr-Glass issues show up repeatedly in this climate. Here are the five failure modes we see most often, what’s actually causing them, and what we do about it.
- Fogged or hazy glass in Mr-Glass insulated units. Mr-Glass dual-pane windows rely on a seal that keeps argon gas between the two panes. When that seal fails, the gas escapes and moisture creeps in. In coastal Los Angeles neighborhoods like Playa del Rey and San Pedro, salt air accelerates seal breakdown. We replace the insulated glass unit (IGU), not the whole frame, which saves serious money versus full replacement.
- Crank-out awning and casement windows that won’t seal tight. Mr-Glass casement and awning windows use a multi-point locking system driven by a crank mechanism. Over years of use in LA’s dry heat, the gear lubricant breaks down and the crank strips. The window sags just enough that the top lock point misses the keeper. We rebuild or replace the crank assembly and realign the sash hardware.
- Sticking or jammed Mr-Glass sliding windows in older L.A. homes. Los Angeles sits in an active seismic zone, and years of micro-tremors shift window frames out of square in houses from Echo Park to Van Nuys. Mr-Glass horizontal sliders bind on the bottom track because the frame has settled. We remove the sash, reset it on clean rollers or replace the rollers if the original nylon wheels have flat-spotted, and adjust the frame where possible without disturbing the stucco or drywall.
- Mr-Glass impact windows with failing weatherstripping and weep drainage issues. Several Mr-Glass lines are rated for impact resistance, which makes them popular in hillside and canyon areas prone to wind-driven rain. But the factory weatherstripping ages fast under LA sun exposure. Hairline gaps form along the sill, and the weep holes can clog with fine dust. We replace the weatherstripping with a denser material matched to the original profile and clear the weep system so water exits properly.
- Lock hardware on Mr-Glass double-hung windows that no longer engages. The tilt-latches and sash locks on Mr-Glass double-hungs are functional but lightweight. Once the tilt-latch spring wears out, the sash wobbles in the jamb, and the lock striker bar sits too high to catch. We replace the tilt-latch springs, align the lock points, and test the window through a full tilt, close, and lock cycle before we call the job done.
Our Mr-Glass Window Repair Process
When you call about a Mr-Glass window, here’s what happens: First, we ask what the window is doing, not just what model you have. Then we schedule a visit and send you the technician’s name and photo before the truck rolls. That’s our Threshold Standard, and we don’t skip it for repair calls.
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We inspect the window and the frame together. Half the repairs we see are misdiagnosed because someone looked at the glass but missed a structural issue with the frame or the flashing.
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We tell you what failed, in plain words, before any work starts. You’ll know whether it’s a seal, a balance, a crank, or weatherstripping.
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We present the parts decision. Where an OEM Mr-Glass part is still available at a sensible price, we use it. Where it’s discontinued or backordered, we recommend a quality aftermarket equivalent that we’ve tested on other jobs, and we tell you the trade-off before you spend a dollar.
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We do the repair in one visit. Most Mr-Glass issues are glass-unit replacements, crank rebuilds, or hardware realignment, and we arrive with the parts we expect to need based on your description and photos.
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We test the window through every cycle it’s designed for: tilt, slide, crank, lock, unlock, and opening against a recirculating breeze if there’s one.
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You get a written guarantee on the repair. If the same issue comes back, our second visit is free.
What Mr-Glass Window Repair Costs in Los Angeles
Here are the ranges we quote most often for Mr-Glass repair work in Los Angeles. The spread reflects parts availability, access, sash size, and whether the window is on the first or second story.
| Repair Type | Typical Cost in Los Angeles |
|---|---|
| Insulated glass unit replacement, standard sash | $275 to $640 |
| Casement or awning crank mechanism rebuild | $185 to $310 |
| Sliding window roller replacement and track realignment | $210 to $360 |
| Weatherstripping replacement, full perimeter | $145 to $260 |
| Tilt-latch and sash lock replacement | $90 to $175 |
What moves the price is whether we can get OEM Mr-Glass parts at a reasonable cost, whether the frame has been painted shut by a previous owner, and whether the window glass is a special coating or impact-rated laminate. The estimate is always free, and the price we quote in writing is the price you pay. Call (213) 269-5559 for an exact number on your window.
Why Los Angeles Homeowners Call Hale Windows Los Angeles for Mr-Glass Work
Spencer Odell grew up in Silverlake watching his father re-glaze single-pane sashes in craftsman bungalows off Hyperion Avenue. That’s a lot of Los Angeles windows, and a lot of what he learned in those houses translates directly to the Mr-Glass repairs we do now. Measure it right the first time, or you’ll be measuring it twice and paying for it either way. We quote Mr-Glass work the same way Spencer’s father taught, with a number based on what’s actually wrong, not a guess over the phone. Our repair work carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right, no argument needed. And if your Mr-Glass product has reached the point where repair no longer makes sense, we service and replace windows from PGT, CGI, CWS, and ES Windows as well, so you’ll get an honest comparison of what a repair buys versus what a replacement costs, without any push toward a sale that isn’t earned.
FAQs
In most cases, using a third-party repair service does not automatically void a Mr-Glass warranty, but you should check your specific warranty language for exclusions on unauthorized service. As an independent Mr-Glass service provider, we’re not bound by the manufacturer’s service network, which means we can often complete a repair weeks faster than a warranty channel. Call (213) 269-5559 and we’ll help you understand what your warranty actually covers before you decide.
Yes, often. Mr-Glass parts are available through distributor channels for many of their current and recent lines, but some older series have been discontinued. When OEM parts exist at a sane price, we use them. When they don’t, we’ll explain the aftermarket option we’d use and why we trust it. You’ll know before we order anything.
Most Mr-Glass repairs we handle in Los Angeles are completed within three to seven days of your first call, depending on parts. Hardware and weatherstripping jobs often go faster. Insulated glass unit replacements take longer because the glass unit is fabricated to match your window’s exact dimensions. A live person answers our phone 24/7, so call (213) 269-5559 and we’ll give you a real timeline for your specific window.
If the frame is structurally sound and the failure is in the glass seal, the crank, the rollers, or the weatherstripping, repair is almost always the better value in Los Angeles, where full replacement runs $900 to $2,400 per window depending on the line. If the frame itself is warped, the stucco opening is failing, or you’re already planning to replace multiple windows, replacement starts to win. We’ll give you the repair price and an honest comparison on both paths without steering you toward one or the other.
Yes. Every Mr-Glass repair we complete comes with a written guarantee. If the same issue returns, our second visit is free. That guarantee is in writing before we start work, not buried in a warranty card you’ll never read.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner, Hale Windows Los Angeles at Hale Windows Los Angeles, serving Los Angeles and nearby areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Hale Windows Los Angeles
Laminated glass and reinforced frames hold up to wind-driven rain, hail and flying debris, so your openings stay sealed when the weather turns.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Tighter seals and insulated glass even out hot and cold rooms and stop the drafts at the frame.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.