We start with a measurement visit. We precisely measure the existing opening, identify the type of glass to be replaced (tempered, laminated, Climalit), and verify the fixing system to the frame (silicone, PVC profile, neoprene gasket) so that the replacement is identical to the original. We provide a fixed quote during the same visit. The correct protocol when a pane of glass breaks involves three steps. First, immediately remove all loose fragments to prevent accidents, which is especially important with children or pets at home. Second, temporarily cover the area with a thick plastic sheet or board if the area is accessible from outside and there's a risk of intrusion. And third, call the glazier as soon as possible for measurement and replacement. The urgency depends on whether the area is watertight or not. A window facing an interior patio can wait 2-3 days without issue. A balcony door or exterior window at risk of rain ingress or theft needs urgent replacement. Call us, message us on WhatsApp or request your quote online — we respond in less than 10 minutes during working hours.

Tempered glass is the standard for balcony doors, large windows, and areas at risk of impact. Its distinctive feature is that when it breaks, it shatters into thousands of small, blunt fragments that don't cause severe cuts, unlike the large, sharp fragments of conventional glass. Spanish regulations (CTE) require tempered or laminated safety glass in all passage areas and at heights below 90 cm. If your broken glass was conventional single pane, we will compulsorily replace it with tempered glass to comply with regulations. Laminated glass, formed by two panes of glass joined by an inner layer of transparent PVB, is the premium option for doors and windows at risk of theft. When it breaks, the fragments remain adhered to the PVB layer, and the window maintains significant residual resistance. This is what we recommend for accessible ground floors or isolated villas in high-risk areas. The most frequent causes we see are three. First, strong wind closing a sliding door with such violence that it hits the frame and cracks the tempered glass. This happens especially in areas with strong westerly or easterly winds like La Mata, Punta Prima, or Pilar de la Horadada when doors are left improperly closed. Second, children's balls or accidental impacts against ground-floor window panes or terrace glass. Third, attempted burglaries where the thief breaks the balcony door glass to enter, which is relatively rare in the area but does occur.

Glass with official manufacturer's guarantee (5 years for defects) plus our installation coverage. All that investment in a security cylinder loses its meaning if key copies are freely made at any local hardware store. The registered key for a security cylinder can only be duplicated by the official manufacturer's distributor upon presenting the owner's card we provide during installation. Without this card, no copy is possible. This means you control exactly how many keys exist and who holds them. You'll never have the uncomfortable doubt about whether the local locksmith or copier might have kept the pattern of your key for future use. For isolated villas, detached houses in affected areas, or owners with previous experience of attempted burglaries, we recommend high-security cylinders such as Cisa Astral S, Mul-T-Lock MT5+, Tesa T80 Plus, or Mottura Champions. These raise the grade to EN1303 Grade 6, adding all anti-features (bumping, picking, drilling, extraction). They come with a manufacturer's burglary insurance guarantee. This guarantee is relevant. If, despite everything, entry is gained and you can prove the cylinder was tampered with, the manufacturer covers part of the damage.

The price for security locks in Hostafrancs typically ranges between €53 and €510. The final figure depends on the property's condition, materials, and labour time. We always provide a fixed quote before starting. For apartments in blocks with neighbours, an active community, and natural surveillance, we recommend medium-high security cylinders like Tesa T80 or Cisa Astral. Effective anti-bumping, registered key (cannot be copied without your authorisation), EN1303 Grade 5 certification (resistance to manipulation for years). Reasonable cost and a significant real improvement over the standard. Call us, message us on WhatsApp or request your quote online — we respond in less than 10 minutes during working hours.