Broken Window in a Baltimore Rowhome: What to Do First

Rowhomes are close together, and broken window glass can end up on shared walkways, stoops, and tight alleys. The priority is to make it safe, then protect the opening from weather and intrusion.

1) Contain shards (safety first)

• Keep kids and pets out of the room.
• Wear gloves and shoes; use a broom + dustpan for loose pieces.
• Don’t apply pressure to cracked tempered glass—it can collapse suddenly.

2) Protect the opening from weather

Plastic can help short-term, but it’s not security. If the opening is accessible from the outside, consider board up—especially overnight.

3) Decide: emergency vs scheduled

If you can safely close off the room and the window isn’t a security risk, you may be able to schedule window glass repair. If it’s exposed and accessible, emergency service is usually the safer call.

4) Helpful info for a faster repair

• Photo of the full window + frame
• Any stamps/markings on the glass
• Whether it’s single pane or a sealed insulated unit (fogging between panes is a clue)

Need help now? Call 703-244-0559. We commonly dispatch in neighborhoods like Federal Hill and Charles Village.