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Customer Satisfaction – Our Top Priority

buffalo glass coAt Buffalo Glass Company, your satisfaction is our goal. We take pride in offering free estimates, so you can make informed decisions without any upfront financial commitment. Plus, our staff are fluent in both English and Spanish to ensure everyone feels comfortable and understood throughout the process.

Whether you’re a homeowner tackling a bathroom remodel or a contractor working on a corporate high-rise, we’re here to help. Our experienced team serves the entire Houston area, from small residential projects to large-scale commercial construction.

We offer a wide range of residential glass and commercial glass solutions to meet your needs, and we’re committed to exceptional service every step of the way.

In Business Since 1956

In 1956, J.D. Novak opened Buffalo Glass Company on Waugh Drive, not far from its namesake of Buffalo Bayou. Since our doors opened, we’ve grown alongside the city, from the opening of the Texas Medical Center to the roar of the Astros’ first World Series win. As a family-owned and operated business, we’ve built our reputation on quality, reliability, and a commitment to serving our neighbors.

So what else has been going on in Houston since we opened our doors?

  • 1956 – The Texas Medical Center officially opens, solidifying Houston’s position as a major medical hub.
  • 1960 – The Houston Astros play their first game as a Major League Baseball team.
  • 1967 – NASA selects Houston as the home for the Johnson Space Center, forever linking the city to space exploration.
  • 1972 – The Astrodome, the world’s first fully-enclosed, air-conditioned major league baseball stadium, opens.
  • 1980s – The oil bust significantly impacts Houston’s economy.
  • 1986 – Houston hosts the Astroworld theme park’s grand opening.
  • 2001 – Enron scandal erupts, shaking the city’s economic confidence.
  • 2005 – Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans, Louisiana, leading to a massive influx of evacuees to Houston.
  • 2017 –  Hurricane Harvey causes catastrophic flooding in Houston and surrounding areas.
  • 2019 – The Astros win their first World Series championship.

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