Glass Experts with a No-Pressure Attitude

Business Profile by Holly Stupak

Photos courtesy of David Gura

Remodeling a bathroom is filled with choices. And when you’re putting the finishing touches in like mirrors and shower doors, those choices can be endless. Good thing we have Experts like Bryn Mawr Glass to help you make your design even better and get the best value for your money.

For the past 24 years, brothers Dave and Lew Gura have owned the area’s expert glass company, going out of their way to meet their customers’ needs.

We like to make the process as short and painless as possible,” said Dave. “When you’re doing a bathroom remodel, we’re typically the last part of the process. We pride ourselves on making that process quick and easy!

Founded in 1947 by Lou Pace, Bryn Mawr Glass is one of the oldest glass specialty shops in the Delaware Valley. Dave and Lew worked for Bryn Mawr Glass for many years before they purchased it in 1997, eventually moving it from Bryn Mawr to Havertown, to have more space and serve customers more efficiently. It still has that same neighborhood feel that it always did, and when customers walk in, they are treated like family. “When it comes to work in general, I like a fun, family atmosphere,” said Lew. “I love meeting new customers and helping them with their projects. We really get to know them.” On a typical workday, Lew is in the office, taking care of the orders and shop operations, while Dave is out in the field doing measurements and overseeing job sites.

Keeping customers happy and satisfied is Dave’s favorite part of his job. “I’m not a guy who likes projects that linger,” said Dave. “What I like about our glass business is that we can complete multiple jobs in a day and be able to satisfy many customers.” Delaware County natives, Dave and Lew grew up in Drexel Hill and graduated from Upper Darby High School. Soon after high school, they both began working in the glass business, although Dave did a brief two-year-stint in the welding business.

The original Bryn Mawr Glass store in Bryn Mawr, PA

When the opportunity arose to buy Bryn Mawr Glass from the previous owner, Dave said the decision was a no-brainer. “My brother and I both know the glass business really well,” he said. “At that time, the company was struggling, but when we took it over, we were able to turn things around. Now we’re the first company that people call when it comes to glass needs!” Dave still lives in Drexel Hill with his family, which includes a son and daughter, two stepdaughters and two dogs. Lew, his wife and two daughters live in Broomall. On weekends, they both enjoy spending time at the Jersey shore. Dave especially loves taking his boat out in Avalon.

I’m really busy during the week on projects, sometimes 10 a day,” said Dave. “When I get some downtime, I really like to chill out and spend time out on the water.

Serving Delaware and Chester counties, the company also has a team of technicians, many of whom have been with them for more than 15 years. Office Manager Susie Camarote has been with the team for more than three years. “It’s a great place to work!” she said. “The owners are fantastic and it’s very family oriented.” The Bryn Mawr Glass team is skilled at educating customers on all their options and then tweaking recommendations, to complete the preferred look. “Not only do we try to give them the most attractive look, but we also concentrate on giving them the best value for their money,” said Lew.

Their showroom at 729 West Chester Pike in Havertown contains the latest styles in specialty glass design and a wide variety of products including shower enclosures, windows, doors, table tops and more. They also have a diverse inventory of mirrors — one of their specialties since Bryn Mawr Glass first opened. Many of their products come with a lifetime guarantee as well. “We stand behind our work and want all of our customers to be satisfied,” said Dave. “And, of course, we want those 5-star reviews!”

The team at Bryn Mawr Glass

Come into the shop and their team of glass specialists will work with you to provide the best repair, replacement or installation possible for your project. Whatever your project may be, they’ve got specialty glass design in stock to fit all needs, budgets and styles, and their service comes with a "no-pressure attitude.”

Whether you need a single sheet of glass or are remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, they treat every project with the utmost importance. No project is too big or small for Bryn Mawr Glass. If it’s glass related, they can do it! With over 60 years of combined experience in the glass business, they’ve earned their reputation as a neighborhood shop that gives its customers the best service possible.

610-853-2990

www.BrynMawrGlass.com

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