Cost Comparison: Acrylic vs Glass (10-Year Total Cost)

Cost Factor	Acrylic Dome	Glass Dome
Initial Material	$8,500	$12,000
Installation	$3,200	$8,500
Maintenance (10yr)	$1,500	$15,000
Replacement (10yr)	$0	$18,000
Total 10-Year Cost	$13,200	$53,500

* Acrylic domes offer 75% cost savings over 10 years