Remembering the Sacrifice

This weekend is the unofficial kick-off to summer. Many will be celebrating with backyard BBQ’s, trips to the lake, family picnics or fireworks. In the midst of these celebrations don’t forget the real reason for Memorial Day – a time set apart to remember those who gave their lives fighting for our freedom.

According to The Memorial Day Foundation, over 1 million Americans made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our country. Our service men and women overseas continue to fight for all the United States stands for in places like Afghanistan and Iraq.  Other members of our military serve in peacekeeping missions across the globe in places like Kuwait, Turkey, Egypt, South Korea and Honduras.

So this Memorial Day take a moment to remember the lives lost and sacrifices made by our military and their loved ones.  Take the time to watch a parade, thank a service member when you see them out or contribute to one of the many foundations set up for surviving family members of fallen soldiers.

 “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” – President Harry S. Truman

Home Maintenance Tips

Each season calls for its own home maintenance chores to keep your home in the best shape possible! As it warms up outside - here are a few things to be doing inside!

1. Check all smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly and change batteries if it's been several months since doing so.
2. Clean all ceiling fans to remove dust and debris.
3. Wash and shine windows to take advantage of increased hours of sunlight.
4. With more activity outdoors - keep floors clean by placing doormats inside and outside of all exterior doors.
5. Going to be grilling? Make sure your grill is in good working order, clean and has a full tank of gas if necessary.

Don't forget your yard! Make sure all yard equipment is clean and sharpened. Think about laying mulch to help keep in moisture and keep out weeds. Come up with a watering schedule to keep your lawn looking great while using the least amount of water - think a.m. and p.m. waterings.


What seasonal maintenance do you do as it warms up?

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mothers work hard. Very hard!  Help the Mother in your life relax with a spa-like shower experience from Century Glass!

We offer a wide range of shower options from frameless to steam.  Give us your vision and we will work to make it a reality.

Let Mom enjoy a spa day everyday in her new shower from Century Glass.

Visit our showroom for ideas!

Make A Small Space Bigger

Don't be confined by small spaces - simply trick your eye into thinking it's bigger!

Mirrors are a great way to expand the look of a room by reflecting the available light and making the space appear larger.

Mirrors are also a great way to change up the look of a room and accent pieces of furniture or home decor.

Century Glass offers a wide array of mirrors to choose from and can help you customize a mirror to fit a particular space or style. From standard mirrors to framed options - talk with Century Glass about your choices.

Energy Efficient Bath Features

In honor of Earth Day, this week's post is about ways you can make your bathroom more energy efficient - a plus for both the environment and your wallet!

1. Install a low-flow shower head
2. Fix any leaky faucets or plumbing
3. Purchase ENERGY STAR light bulbs and fixtures
4. Look for appliances with the EPA's WaterSense logo when it comes time to update
5. Consider a tankless hot water heater for warm water on demand

One of the best and easiest ways to conserve water is to shower instead of bathe.  Make your shower a serene space where you'll want to be! Visit our showroom to see a wide variety of available options!

Auto Glass Repair

You're driving down the road when out of no where a rock hits your windshield and leaves a small crack.  The crack is small now...but will it grow?

Cracks from rocks often start small but can quickly expand especially when in extreme temperatures such as the heat of South Carolina summers.  Water and dirt can also get inside of the crack and cause it to grow.

Contact your auto insurer and explain your situation. You may have coverage for a full repair. Regardless, it's important to take your car to an auto glass professional to prevent any further damage to your automobile.

Century Glass is an auto glass repair expert with quick local service. Get a quote from us today and we'll have you back up and running in no time!

Attending a housewarming? Fun gift ideas!

Looking for the perfect gift idea for a new homeowner? We’ve got some unique takes on traditional gifts that might just fit the bill.

Housewarming parties and gifts are an old tradition thought to have originated in France. The term 

“housewarming” comes from the old custom of providing firewood to heat a new home. These days there are many takes on the idea of a housewarming gift – meant instead to warm the hearts of those receiving.

1. Board Games – A fun way to prepare new homeowners for hosting friends in their new home.

2. Wreath – To add curb appeal to a new home, gift the homeowners with a seasonal wreath, door mat or porch décor.

3. Something personal – Considering personalizing a household item with the homeowners name or initials – examples are a cutting board, dish towels or photo frame.

4. Theme baskets – If you like to be a little more creative in your gift assembly, consider a theme basket. Put together a grouping of like items such as cleaning supplies, pasta night dinner kit, cookie ingredients, or a movie night basket.

5. Stationary – A fun way to celebrate the new home is with stationary and a custom return address stamp – complete with the homeowners name and new address!

What are some of your favorite ways to celebrate a housewarming?