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Glass, window and door repair in Forest Acres, SC

Cracked glass, foggy windows and doors that stick or won't lock, repaired in Forest Acres and the rest of Richland County.

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Homes and buildings in Forest Acres

About 76% of homes in Forest Acres were built before 1980, and the typical home dates from 1965. Buildings that age often still have older single-pane glass and worn aluminum frames, so loose panes, failing seals and tired door hardware come up a lot. More homes here went up in the 1950s than in any other period. That makes its housing older than about 86% of South Carolina towns its size.

Housing is a mix, with about 68% single-family houses and 16% in apartment buildings. About 78% of homes here are lived in by their owners, and we work with homeowners and shop owners alike.

Hail in Richland County

NOAA storm records for Richland County list 24 hail reports (the largest 1 inches across), 165 thunderstorm wind reports and 4 tornadoes from 2020 through 2024. Hail of an inch or more is what the National Weather Service classes as severe.

Humid summers wear out sealants and insulated glass, and wind-driven rain finds any weak seal.

Forest Acres at a glance

Residents
10,438
Homes and apartments
5,485
Typical home built
1965
Built before 1980
76%
Built since 2000
5%
Single-family houses
68%
In apartment buildings
16%
Rented homes
22%
Typical home value
$260,500
Retail stores in county
1,228
Restaurants in county
829
Hail reports, 2020 to 2024
24
Largest hail reported
1 in

Sources: US Census Bureau 2024 population estimates, 2023 American Community Survey and 2022 County Business Patterns; NOAA Storm Events Database. Store, restaurant and storm figures are for all of Richland County.

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Forest Acres questions

Do you do glass, window and door repair in Forest Acres?

Yes. We take jobs in Forest Acres and the rest of Richland County. Send the details and we'll confirm timing for your address.

Are older windows in Forest Acres worth repairing?

Often, yes. With the typical home here dating from 1965, a new pane, seal or set of hardware usually costs far less than a new window. We tell you if the frame is past saving.

Can you fix hail damage in Forest Acres?

Yes. Richland County logged 24 hail reports from 2020 through 2024. We secure broken openings first, then replace the glass, and we can send photos and a written scope for your insurance claim.

Do you charge for a quote?

No. Send a photo and rough size, or have us measure on site. The quote is free and written before any work starts.

Nearby: Cayce, SC (7 mi), West Columbia, SC (8 mi), Irmo, SC (14 mi), Orangeburg, SC (38 mi)

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