Boston Glass & Boarding Service Inc

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Boston Glass & Boarding Service Inc Boston Glass & Boarding Service, in business for 40 years, is the Boston area's #1 source for all your glass needs. accommodates all of your glass requirements.

We are a commercial based company providing speedy service on boarding up and replacing store fronts. Our services include window repairs, tabletops, mirrors, and custom shower installation. Auto glass is one of our specialties and our friendly team members will assist with filing a claim and getting you back on the road as soon as possible. From storefronts and tabletops to windows and mirrors, Boston Glass & Boarding Service Inc. Equally important, our installers are trained and certified, ensuring outstanding quality on every job.

Glass tabletops are one of those residential additions that quietly transform a room. A custom-cut piece over a wooden d...
10/12/2026

Glass tabletops are one of those residential additions that quietly transform a room. A custom-cut piece over a wooden dining table adds a layer of protection while letting the grain show through. Over a wrought-iron base, it creates an entirely different aesthetic. The thickness and edge profile chosen - polished, beveled, or flat - makes a noticeable difference in the finished look. 🌐 bostonglassinc.com

The glass and glazing industry in the United States employs over 200,000 workers across manufacturing, fabrication, and ...
10/09/2026

The glass and glazing industry in the United States employs over 200,000 workers across manufacturing, fabrication, and installation sectors. Commercial construction accounts for approximately 60 percent of the total glass installation market, with automotive and residential making up most of the remainder. It is a sector shaped by both architecture and technology.

What actually happens to a windshield when it cracks under impact? The outer glass layer fractures while the polyvinyl b...
10/08/2026

What actually happens to a windshield when it cracks under impact? The outer glass layer fractures while the polyvinyl butyral interlayer between the two glass sheets holds everything together, preventing the glass from shattering into loose shards. That interlayer is the reason a cracked windshield stays in one piece rather than collapsing inward.

Boston has a long and complex architectural history, and glass has played a defining role in how the city looks today. F...
10/08/2026

Boston has a long and complex architectural history, and glass has played a defining role in how the city looks today. From the triple-deckers of Dorchester to the glass towers of the Seaport District, the evolution of glazing technology mirrors the evolution of the city itself. Walking through any Boston neighborhood, you are looking at generations of glass work.

Myth: all window glass is essentially the same product. Fact: the glass industry produces dozens of distinct types - fro...
10/06/2026

Myth: all window glass is essentially the same product. Fact: the glass industry produces dozens of distinct types - from single-strength sheet glass to laminated safety glass, low-emissivity coatings, fire-rated assemblies, and acoustically dampening units. Each type is engineered for a specific performance requirement. Choosing the right type for an application is a decision that affects long-term performance.

When a commercial property suffers broken glass, the window boarding process is more than placing plywood over a hole. P...
10/05/2026

When a commercial property suffers broken glass, the window boarding process is more than placing plywood over a hole. Professionals assess the frame integrity, select board thickness suited to the opening size, and secure edges to prevent uplift from wind. A properly boarded opening discourages opportunistic entry and protects the interior until permanent replacement can be scheduled. ☎️ (617) 298-5755

Did you know that tempered glass is roughly four times stronger than standard annealed glass of the same thickness? That...
10/02/2026

Did you know that tempered glass is roughly four times stronger than standard annealed glass of the same thickness? That added strength comes from a controlled heating and rapid cooling process that puts the outer surfaces under compression. This makes tempered glass a popular choice for doors, shower enclosures, and commercial applications where durability matters.

Fall is here, and dropping temperatures remind us how much glass does behind the scenes - holding warmth in, keeping dra...
10/02/2026

Fall is here, and dropping temperatures remind us how much glass does behind the scenes - holding warmth in, keeping drafts out, and letting that golden autumn light fill a room. At Boston Glass and Boarding Service, we have been serving the Boston area since 1972 with the expertise to keep every pane performing through every season.

September wraps up with longer shadows and a noticeable shift in the Boston air. For the team at Boston Glass and Boardi...
09/30/2026

September wraps up with longer shadows and a noticeable shift in the Boston air. For the team at Boston Glass and Boarding Service, the rhythm of the month means staying ready - residential calls, commercial jobs, and the occasional urgent need that arrives without notice. Whatever the job requires, the approach stays the same: show up, assess carefully, and do the work right. 🌐 bostonglassinc.com

A question worth asking before any glass project: what type of glass is right for this application? Tempered, laminated,...
09/29/2026

A question worth asking before any glass project: what type of glass is right for this application? Tempered, laminated, insulated, annealed - each has specific strengths and limitations. The right choice depends on where it will be installed, what loads it will carry, and what performance characteristics matter most. Matching the glass type to the application is foundational to a successful result.

Address

1068 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA
02125

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+16172985755

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