Why Repair a Cracked Windshield?
August 14th, 2019
Outside of car accidents, flying rocks and metal debris are the main culprits when it comes to windshield cracks. Chips and cracks to your windshield tend to happen regularly during daily driving, especially when travelling at higher speeds on the highway. If you ignore the windshield cracks, changes in the temperature over time will make it worse. If the crack is so big that it impacts your visibility when driving, then it is a safety hazard. Don’t ignore it or look around it to save time and money. Leaving the crack or chip and driving around with it is not an option. The cracked glass may be compromised, and the windshield is part of the safety system of the vehicle.
There are several reasons why driving around with a broken ...[more]
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When to Replace or Repair Your Windshield
December 27th, 2018
It’s almost never your fault — you’re just driving down the interstate, minding your own business, and then, out of nowhere, a piece of gravel flings into your windshield at peak speed. No matter how far you drive behind other vehicles, windshield damage can happen to the best of us. What to do next depends on the extent of the damage.
If the crack in your windshield can be covered with a one-dollar bill, a repair is likely feasible. This is great news, as a repair is generally more affordable than a total windshield replacement.
If your technician determines that a repair is possible, the process will likely involve filling the chipped area with a specially formula ...[more]
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