Product and Services
Emergency Glass Replacement
WINDSCREEN and VEHICLE GLASS REPLACEMENT
Most vehicles today have windscreen forward facing cameras as part of the vehicle driver assist system (ADAS) – automated braking, lane departure warnings etc. When you have your windscreen replaced, this system is required to be recalibrated. If the camera is even a few millimetres out, it will no longer function correctly and may increase the risk of an accident. If your car has these safety cameras, we offer a in house recalibration service after a windscreen replacement for many vehicle types. For some vehicle models where our Autel or Hella system is not yet available, we have connections with local car dealerships and will arrange the recalibration on your behalf.
Windscreen crack = annoying!
If you have a cracked windscreen there is no denying it can be annoying but if you have comprehensive motor insurance, with windscreen replacement as an option, it is no big deal.
Some comprehensive motor insurance policies include cover for damaged window glass and the problem can be sorted out quickly and easily. Plus, there’s likely to be little (could be your excess amount or other) or no cost to you depending on your insurer and your policy. We always recommend checking your policy. Each will have their own terms and conditions that may vary when it comes to windscreen damage.
Not all comprehensive policies include windscreen cover, so check the optional extras and the costs involved to make sure you are getting the best bang for your buck.
Before making the call or online claim, make a note of as much detail about the damage as possible before you contact your insurer – where and when the incident happened and take photographs if necessary.
Contact your insurer and provide full details of the claim. Depending on your insurance company, you may be able to bypass them completely and go directly to the windscreen repair company with your policy number.
Once you have the go-ahead from your insurer, you can either book your vehicle in for the glass replacement or the insurance company will allocate for you. Always make note of the claim number from your insurer.
Hunter Valley Glass & Windscreens is an authorised supplier to fleet companies as well as an approved provided for major insurance companies for quality windscreen repairs and windscreen replacements.
When you enquire with our office to request a quote or to schedule your vehicle windscreen or glass replacement our staff will ask you a few questions to correctly identify the exact windscreen required for your vehicle. This will include make, model, year of manufacture, any rain sensors, antenna, or cameras on the front windscreen. This assists with determining the correct screen is ordered to fit your vehicle.
If you are worried about any cracks on your vehicle, phone or call in to have it assessed. Having a hairline crack bigger than 30mm will result in a Safety Check Inspection failure. Read more about the NSW government’s Vehicle Standard Guidelines here. (https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-02/vsi-03-rev3_0.pdf)
Household Glass
We can supply customise sized glass tabletops, great to protect timber furniture, glass shelving, including supply of brackets, replacement of glass in cabinet doors, adding a pet door to a window or door, including providing the pet door to suit. Toughened safety glass to protect you and your family. Polished edged to finish off the look we are all after. We can even cut to size glass and mirrors in our workshop for your own projects, to complete that frame or diy plan.
Mirrors in your home can trick the eye into thinking the room is brighter and larger, create a statement, reflect your favourite items and enjoy them from more angles, give the illusion of space. Finish off that room – bathroom over the vanity, full length walk in robe mirror, the options are endless. Polished edge or aluminium framed mirrors on offer, ask about your required size for a quote.
We use Versastyle® Wardrobe System in both Classic and Slim designs. A comprehensive, modern and stylish range. Modern profiles that are suitable for opaque and coloured glass as well as mirror doors, this aluminium framing system uses load-bearing rollers which are designed to allow the doors to glide easily on the aluminium track. Wardrobe sliding doors would be a welcome addition to any household.
Showerscreens
We are able to provide all shapes sizes for;
Make an impact in your bathroom. Your made to measure, custom designed showerscreen can give your bathroom the appearance of the room being larger, brighter – on point – with the seamless ability to transform to the look you love. Frameless allows flexible use of the space, all stainless-steel components and easy to clean. Delivering a sophisticated yet stylish finish.
Flexibility to meet custom requirements to suit any bathroom layout. Configurations are customisable to suit your space. On the semi frameless showers the door is left frameless, and appears to float, whilst the fixed panels have frame to walls and across the header to give strength and durability. A luxurious addition to modernise your bathroom.
A great option for the budget conscious homeowner, renovator or for the rental property. Full length magnetic moulded pivot door, the door gutter allows excess water to run back into the shower, a strong and stylish frame. Choice of great colours – polish silver, white, satin silver or black. Optional sill-less for barrier free access, assisted living, uninterrupted movement from bathroom to shower.
Configurations for all showerscreen types to choose from
Bath screens, shower panels, 90 degree showers, 45 degree corner entry showers. Speak with our team members to discuss options available for your space.
Our showerscreens and glass products comply with Australian Standards AS1288.
Additional to your showerscreen we can provide glass shelves for in the shower or bathroom area and polished edge mirrors to finish off your project.
What is the best way to care for and maintain my shower screen?
Ensure your showerscreen will last the distance by maintaining them well. At least once a week, wipe hinges with methylated spirits diluted with water and a clean cloth. Avoid using scrubbing pads on the glass or any products that contain bleach or ammonia. White vinegar or soapy water works well on the glass to keep it looking clean and fresh all year round.
GET QUOTE
Request a quote for a showerscreen.
If you’re ready to get started on your new bathroom design, get in touch with the team at Hunter Valley Glass & Windscreens today.
Request an obligation-free quote by sending an email to enquiries@huntervalleyglass.com.au or by filling in our online enquiry form. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible. For more immediate assistance you can call us directly on (02) 65721788. Alternatively, pop into our Singleton showroom and take a look at some of our shower screens on display to get an idea of what’s possible.
Safety Doors and Screens
Various types of mesh options are available – download more information here
All-Aluminium security screening solution for Australian conditions. Edge is a PVC pressure retention system that retains the Alu-Gard perforated aluminium sheet in an extruded aluminium frame. Alu-Gard Edge not only provides security, clarity of vision and strength, it is also corrosion resistant and looks great.
diamond aluminium pattern, ideal for home safety. The screens are finished off with mesh inserted. Not only keeps bugs out but deters unwanted intruders to your home.
perforated aluminium sheet that limits field of vision. Provide a degree of privacy from people outside your home looking in. Vision-Gard screens provide safety, privacy and strength. Corrosion resistant and looks great.
ideal for added privacy. This mesh will allow you to see out your door at the same time as reducing the visibility into your house from the outside.
We can also do screens doors with pet doors in various sizes to suit your fur family members.
GET QUOTE
Request a quote for a window screen or screen door.
Request an obligation-free quote by sending an email to enquiries@huntervalleyglass.com.au or by filling in our online enquiry form. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible. For more immediate assistance you can call us directly on (02) 65721788. Alternatively, pop into our Singleton showroom and take a look at some of our mesh screens on display to get an idea of what’s possible.
MINING & EARTHMOVING GLASS
FAQ's About our services
– Is it a door or window?
– get an approximate size of the glass: say the height 1st & width
– frame type? e.g. aluminum, timber etc.
– where is it? e.g. bathroom, lounge, toilet?
– how high is it from the floor? e.g. knee level, hip level, eye level
– any door close by? any security screen in front of the window?
– any colonial bars? colonial bars are usually stuck on to glass with glue or double-sided tape, clear glass or frosted glass?
To get a quote over the phone, take down some notes to give to our staff, such as the following answers:
– approximate size: height x width( 1 or 2 or 3 sides )
– what type of shower? fully framed, semi frameless or frameless, pivot door or sliders?
– glass: clear or frosted?
It’s made by heating glass to a molten state at about 600 degrees Celsius followed by sudden chilling with compressed air. This cooling process causes the surface to contract rapidly, forming a rigid outer layer around the glass making it much stronger than conventional glass and far more resistant to impact stress and temperature change.As a result of its safety and strength, toughened glass is used in a variety of demanding applications, including, shower doors, glass doors and tables, bathroom windows, etc.
A break in toughened glass such as a shower screen or sliding door panel can occur when a small chip or weakening in the hard outer layer of the glass disturbs its surface tension. This could cause it to burst inwards or implode without warning.Fortunately, when toughened glass implodes, it’s small blunt cube-like granules that are far less dangerous than the jagged shards of regular glass.Standards for shower screens – The Building Code of Australia requires shower screens and shower doors comply with two Australian Standards:
AS 1288:1994, Glass Buildings-Selection and installation
AS/NZS 2208:1996, Safety glazing materials in buildings
Consists of two or more sheets of glassbonded together by heat and pressure with aninterlayer. The result is a durable, adaptable highperformance glazing material that can providesolutions to many glazing applications.