Kenny Glass

What Kenny Glass does

Kenny Glass Inc. is a full-service, family-owned glass company founded in 1945 in Columbus, Indiana by Kenyon Kimbrough, and has operated continuously for over 75 years under independent private ownership. The company designs, fabricates, and installs custom glass products for residential and commercial customers across south-central Indiana from two showroom locations in Columbus and Seymour. Its core offering spans storefronts, curtainwall systems, automatic doors, handrails, commercial door hardware, residential windows and doors, frameless shower enclosures (including the proprietary HydroClear anti-corrosive glass), custom mirrors, glass railing, glass film and tinting, and walk-in retail glass sales, complemented by a 24-hour emergency service line.

The business model is project-based professional services revenue: quote-driven installations and repairs for both B2C homeowners and B2B commercial customers, plus walk-in retail counter sales and a recurring preventative maintenance offering for commercial accounts. The company carries and services products from a broad supplier portfolio — Kolbe Windows, Weather Shield, Quaker Windows, Western Window Systems, Solar Innovations, ProVia, CRL, YKK, Tubelite, Guardian Glass, Pilkington, Viracon, Vitro, LaCantina, and Nanawall — enabling single-source delivery from specification through installation. Since 2022, the company has operated KGI Transport, a wholly-owned flatbed trucking division providing local and regional cargo services in south-central Indiana.

The firm is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity. It was ranked #46 Contract Glazier in the U.S. for 2018 by U.S. Glass, Metal & Glazing Magazine, operating today with 11-50 employees under the leadership of President Dave Bush and VP-Secretary Lonnie Fischer. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; pricing is quote-based and there are no publicly listed tiers or published rates. The strategic profile is that of a stable, relationship-driven regional trades business extending selectively into adjacent services (transport, hardware) rather than pursuing scale through acquisition or external capital.

Name

Kenny Glass

Legal name

Kenny Glass Inc.

Website

https://kennyglass.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kenny Glass Inc. is a family-owned, full-service glass company founded in 1945 in Columbus, Indiana, providing custom glass fabrication, installation, and repair for residential and commercial customers across south-central Indiana from showrooms in Columbus and Seymour.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Glass & Glazing Services

NAICS

Glass and Glazing Contractors (23815), Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215)

SIC

Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231), Flat Glass (3211)

akta.pro primary industry

Glass & Glazing Repair (Single-pane, Insulated Glass Unit replacement) (HSAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Shower Door & Glass Treatment (Soap Scum Removal/Water Repellent Coating) (HSAEALAG), Low‑E, Solar Control & Energy-Efficient Coated Glass (IMADAHAF)

Keywords

• Commercial glass installation
• Residential glass services
• Custom mirror fabrication
• Frameless shower enclosures
• Window and door replacement

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Glass Installation Services: Revenue generated from new installation of windows, doors, mirrors, storefronts, shower enclosures, glass railings and other glass products for residential and commercial customers. Includes both full installation and 'install yourself' options.
2. Glass Repair Services: Revenue from repairs of existing glass including cabinet glass, mirrors, window glass replacement, storm windows, screens and other glass-related repairs.
3. Retail Glass Sales: Walk-in retail sales at showroom counter including cut-to-specification glass, mirrors, picture frame glass, decorative art glass, glass tabletops, plastic cut pieces, and screen fabrication/repair.
4. KGI Transport Services: Professional flatbed trucking services providing local and regional cargo transportation around south-central Indiana. Established as a division of Kenny Glass in 2022.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kenny Glass is a full-service glass company offering commercial and residential glass solutions including custom-cut glass, fabricated mirrors, frameless shower enclosures, replacement windows, entry doors, and commercial storefront/curtainwall systems. The company provides fabrication, installation, repair, and 24-hour emergency service from its Columbus, Indiana headquarters and walk-in showroom.

Product overview

Kenny Glass Inc. is a full-service glass company offering a comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial glass products and installation services. The company operates as a service-centric business rather than a software platform, providing custom glass cutting, window replacement, door installation, shower enclosures, glass railing, custom mirrors, glass film and tinting, and retail glass sales. The core offerings include Commercial Glass Services (storefronts, automatic doors, handrails, curtainwall systems) and Residential Services (glass and mirrors, windows and doors, frameless shower enclosures with HydroClear anti-corrosive glass). The company also operates KGI Transport, a flatbed trucking division established in 2022. Kenny Glass partners with major glass and hardware manufacturers including CRL, Oldcastle, Tubelite, YKK, Guardian Glass, Pilkington Glass, Kolbe Windows, Weathershield, Quaker Windows, Western Window Systems, and ProVia for door products. With over 75 years of experience since its founding in 1945, the company serves south-central Indiana from locations in Columbus and Seymour.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Glass Services Full-service commercial glass offerings including design assistance, fabrication, and installation of storefronts, curtainwalls, commercial windows, and architectural glazing for general contractors, builders, and property managers.
• Residential Glass & Mirrors Custom-cut mirrors and residential glass products with fabrication, installation, and replacement services for homeowners.
• Residential Windows & Doors Residential window and door sales, replacement, and installation services for homeowners, including ProVia door products and major residential window brands.
• Frameless Shower Enclosures Custom design and installation of frameless shower enclosures for residential bathrooms, including custom-cut glass to fit specific shower dimensions.
• Retail Glass Sales / Walk-In Service Walk-in showroom offering retail glass sales, custom glass cutting, and DIY-friendly glass products for walk-in customers.
• KGI Transport In-house delivery and logistics division that transports fabricated glass products to commercial job sites and residential customers as part of the company's project fulfillment capability.

Quantifiable outcome

• Windows can save on heating and cooling bills when properly installed with quality products
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Kolbe WindowscoreTechnology or IntegrationKenny Glass carries and services Kolbe Windows products as part of their residential window offerings, providing customers with top-of-the-line window products.
• Weather ShieldcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner brand for residential windows, offering quality window products with advanced performance and energy savings.
• Quaker WindowscoreTechnology or IntegrationCarried and serviced brand for both residential and commercial windows, known for quality products.
• Western Window SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationWindow brand partner offering products with energy-efficient features for residential applications.
• Solar InnovationscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner for doors and windows including folding and sliding glass door systems.
• ProViacoreTechnology or IntegrationDoor products partner offering steel, fiberglass and vinyl doors. ProVia doors are designed for quality and design expectations with features like energy star certification.
• CRL (C.R. Laurence)coreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial storefront products including automatic doors and hardware from leading manufacturer.
• YKKcoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial storefront and architectural products manufacturer partner.
• TubelitecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial storefront and curtainwall systems provider.
• Guardian GlasscoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial glass products including high-quality glass for architectural applications.
• Pilkington GlasscoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial glass manufacturer providing quality glass products.
• Viracon GlasscoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial glass products for architectural and decorative applications.
• Vitro GlasscoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial glass products including architectural glass solutions.
• LaCantina DoorscoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium door products including folding and sliding door systems for residential and commercial applications.
• Nanawall DoorscoreTechnology or IntegrationArchitectural door products including walls and folding door systems.
• Von DuprinsupportingTechnology or IntegrationDoor hardware products including exit devices and security hardware for commercial applications.
• SchlagesupportingTechnology or IntegrationCommercial door hardware including lever sets, mortise locks, and access control products.
• LCNsupportingTechnology or IntegrationDoor closers and hardware for commercial applications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Marvin Windows and Doors: Marvin is a premium national window and door manufacturer served through a certified installer network; comparable to Kenny Glass in product positioning and the premium residential window/door segment, with Kenny Glass carrying similar-tier partner brands like Kolbe and Weather Shield.
• Pella Windows & Doors: Pella is a major national window and door manufacturer with a certified installer network; comparable to Kenny Glass in product category and residential/commercial window and door installation, though Pella operates at scale as both manufacturer and through dealer/installer channels.
• Andersen Windows & Doors: Andersen is a leading national window and door manufacturer whose products (Kolbe-adjacent premium lines) are carried by Kenny Glass; the company is a relevant comparable as both a supplier and indirect channel competitor in residential window replacement.

Direct peers

• Window World: Window World is the largest replacement window company in the US with a franchise model serving homeowners; comparable to Kenny Glass in residential window and door replacement, though Window World operates at much larger national scale.
• Champion Windows: Champion Windows manufactures and installs replacement windows, sunrooms, and home exteriors directly to homeowners — comparable to Kenny Glass's residential window/door business model with in-home sales and direct installation.
• Glass Doctor: Glass Doctor is a national franchise specializing in residential and commercial glass repair, replacement, and installation — directly comparable to Kenny Glass's core service offering across windows, doors, mirrors, and shower enclosures.
• Renewal by Andersen: Renewal by Andersen is a national full-service window and door replacement company that handles design-to-installation — directly comparable to Kenny Glass's full-service residential window/door offering, though at national scale with proprietary Andersen products.

Others

• Pilkington Glass: Pilkington (NSG Group) is a global glass manufacturer and supplier; comparable to Kenny Glass as a key supplier of commercial glass products, relevant for understanding material availability and pricing power in Kenny Glass's commercial glazing work.
• Guardian Glass: Guardian Glass is a major float glass manufacturer and supplier — comparable as a key upstream supplier partner of Kenny Glass (they carry Guardian commercial glass), relevant for understanding supply-side dynamics and pricing in Kenny Glass's input costs.

Emerging players

• Bath Fitter: Bath Fitter specializes in bathroom remodels including custom shower enclosures; comparable to Kenny Glass's frameless shower enclosure business in target use case (bathroom upgrades) and direct-to-homeowner go-to-market motion.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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