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LEO French has been a glazier for 20 years, working across the Surf Coast and surrounding regions and took over ownership of Torquay Glass over two years ago.<\/p>\n

Torquay Glass operates from 7.30am-4.30pm weekdays with one apprentice, two senior tradesmen and Leo, with Angela and Kate in the office.\u00a0\u201cI know this area pretty well. I grew up in Geelong and have a family here, so there are many fond memories of being on the Surf Coast,\u201d Leo said.<\/p>\n

\u201cGlazing is one of the more unique trades, and I suppose people don\u2019t ever really consider it until they need it!\u00a0\u201cWe get calls every day for smashed or damaged windows. We also replace and install shower screens and glass pool fencing.<\/p>\n

\u201cGlass is being used more often as kitchen splashbacks too, giving the area a modern finish. The glass can be painted in any colour to suit your scheme and has no grout to keep clean.\u201d<\/p>\n

Leo often finds customers in older homes contact Torquay Glass to replace their existing materials with glass that has better thermal performance \u2013 in an effort to keep their energy consumption down.\u00a0\u201cWe also do commercial type work as well as domestic \u2013 shopfronts after hours and glass displays for caf\u00e9s and bakeries,\u201d Leo said.<\/p>\n

Leo takes pride in his employees and providing employment to local residents.\u00a0\u201cBy employing locals, you can be confident your money stays in the region,\u201d Leo said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are proud to have a full-time apprentice as a small business and enjoy creating local employment opportunities.\u201d\u00a0Not only does Leo enjoy working within the region but the style goes hand in hand.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a surfer, I love those early mornings before the crowd arrives,\u201d he said.\u00a0\u201cWe are also spoiled here with great cafes, bars and restaurants \u2013 there\u2019s always something happening!\u201d<\/p>\n

Torquay Glass offers free measure and quotes, and is available same day for emergency repairs (following a break in or vandalism).<\/p>\n

For more information, visit torquayglass.com<\/strong><\/a>, phone 0407 841 323 or email, admin@torquayglass.com<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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