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Glass, window and door repair in Grimes, IA

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

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Hail in Polk County

NOAA storm records for Polk County list 89 hail reports (the largest 3.25 inches across), 100 thunderstorm wind reports and 12 tornadoes from 2020 through 2024. Hail that size can break window glass and dent aluminum frames.

Freeze-thaw cycles and humid summers work on seals from both directions, so cracked sealant, drafty sashes and foggy double-pane glass are common repairs.

Homes and buildings in Grimes

Most of Grimes is fairly new: only about 15% of homes were built before 1980, and the typical home dates from 2008. With newer double-pane windows, the usual problems are a failed seal, cracked glass or a sliding door that has worn through its rollers. More homes here went up in the 2010s than in any other period. That makes its housing newer than about 97% of Iowa towns its size.

Housing is a mix, with about 61% single-family houses and 24% in apartment buildings. About 70% of homes here are lived in by their owners, and we work with homeowners and shop owners alike.

Grimes at a glance

Residents
17,266
Homes and apartments
6,209
Typical home built
2008
Built before 1980
15%
Built since 2000
65%
Single-family houses
61%
In apartment buildings
24%
Mobile homes
5%
Rented homes
30%
Typical home value
$281,000
Retail stores in county
1,606
Restaurants in county
1,109
Hail reports, 2020 to 2024
89
Largest hail reported
3.25 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 Polk County.

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Grimes questions

Do you do glass, window and door repair in Grimes?

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

Why do windows in Grimes fog up?

Double-pane windows are sealed units, and the seal eventually fails. With the typical home here dating from 2008, many are reaching that point. We replace the sealed glass and keep the frame.

Can you fix hail damage in Grimes?

Yes. Polk County logged 89 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.

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