Sheldrup Glass · Exterior glazing
Aluminum Storefront Installation in Seattle
Storefront is the face of a building at street level, and the details decide how it looks and works for years. Square frames, true plumb and clean reveals matter here more than anywhere. Sheldrup Building Services Co. installs commercial aluminum storefront systems for general contractors, architects, owners and retailers across King County and north through Marysville.
What aluminum storefront is
Aluminum storefront is a framed glazing system typically used at ground level, in openings about one story tall. It combines aluminum framing, glass and entrance doors to create shopfronts, lobbies and entries. It is different from curtain wall, which is an exterior wall system designed to span multiple stories.
What we install
- Aluminum storefront systems
- Storefront entry doors
- High-performance insulated glazing
- Tempered, laminated and specialty glass
- Glass canopies and vestibules
- Curtain wall and window wall for taller assemblies
Choosing the right glass
An insulated glass unit (IGU) is two or more panes of glass separated by a sealed air space, which improves comfort and energy performance compared with a single pane. Glass at entrances and other locations may need to be tempered or laminated safety glazing, depending on code requirements. We review the glass requirements for your opening, and we can match tint, coatings and finishes to an existing storefront.
From consultation to installation
We approach each project as a partnership. The process runs from initial consultation through takeoff, fabrication and installation, and we have in-house fabrication capabilities. Our team carries design intent from the first shop drawing to the final installation. For new construction, we coordinate with the general contractor and the architect's specification. For tenant improvements and renovations, we start with a site assessment of the existing openings. Our free site assessment and detailed proposal give you a clear scope before work begins, so owners, architects and general contractors know what is included. Ask us about entry door hardware and glass types at the same time, so the whole opening is planned together.
Why teams choose Sheldrup
- In business since 2004: 20+ years and 500+ projects delivered
- WA License SHELDBS955CB
- EMR of .60 over the last 3 years
- $7MM+ single-job and $10MM+ aggregate bonding capacity
- Washington State OMWBE-certified WBE # W2F0031341
Already have a damaged storefront?
If an existing storefront has broken glass or a damaged door, see our storefront repair and commercial door repair pages. On-site response is typically within 48 hours; call to confirm availability for your location.
Where we install
We are based at 846 S Cambridge St, Seattle, and serve all of King County plus Snohomish County through Marysville, from Everett and Lynnwood to Bellevue, Redmond, Renton, Kent and Auburn.
Frequently asked questions
What is an IGU?
An insulated glass unit is two or more panes of glass separated by a sealed air space. If the seal fails, the unit can fog and may need replacement.
What is the difference between storefront and curtain wall?
Storefront is typically a ground-level, single-story system. Curtain wall is a non-structural exterior wall that can span multiple stories.
Can you match an existing storefront?
We review tint, coatings, glass thickness and finishes so new glass suits the surrounding system, and we match existing finishes wherever the system allows.
What do you need to prepare a proposal?
Tell us about your space, your timeline and the look you want. For bids, send plans, specifications and the bid date. We follow up with a free site assessment and a detailed proposal.
Which areas do you serve?
All of King County, plus Snohomish County through Marysville.
Have a project in mind? Tell us about your space, your timeline and the look you are after. We will follow up with a free site assessment and a detailed proposal.
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