Automotive glass has come a long way—from being the cause of casualties in the past to becoming an essential part of vehicular mobility today.
Vehicle glass must suit the vehicle and its fitted equipment. Claims about specialized windshield glass or vehicle design do not guarantee that every journey will be safe. Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s guidance when choosing replacement glass.
However, there are some myths—put forward as undeniable facts—about windshields that we still hear from customers. To take care of your windshield, you need to understand that the following myths about windshields do not hold true:
Oh No! My Windshield Is Chipped, I Need A Replacement!
Repeat after us: not every chip and crack in a windshield warrants a replacement! Your trusted mechanic or auto repair shop will determine whether your windshield needs a repair or a replacement after inspecting the size, location, and depth of the damage.
Whether a crack in your windshield can be repaired depends on the damage, glass condition and applicable repair guidance. A technician may determine that windshield replacement is needed. Do not assume that most cracks are repairable or use one damage feature as the entire decision.
Yay, I Can Repair My Windshield At Home!
Ask a technician before attempting a repair. DIY kits and professional systems have repair-system limits and product-specific instructions. Damage suitability, contamination and the required process matter; a home repair is not a guarantee that the glass is suitable for continued use.
Quick checklist
- Damage needs assessment; size alone does not settle repairability.
- Repair products have limits and do not guarantee an invisible result.
- Do not assume a small chip is stable or that every chip will spread.
Windshield Repairs Will Hike Up Insurance Rates
Windshield damages and repairs are very common—more common than you’d think. Ask your insurer how a claim for windshield repairs or replacement could affect your premium.
Your insurer may consider your claims history, including accidents and shattered windshields when setting premiums. Check your policy terms to confirm which deductible applies; do not assume a glass claim has no effect on your costs.
Minor Chips On The Windshields Do Not Matter
A chip or crack in your windshield needs assessment. Do not assume that every mark will grow continuously or that a small mark will remain unchanged. Tell the technician about changes you have noticed in the damage rather than diagnosing the cause from appearance alone.
Use the vehicle’s climate and defrost controls as its manual directs. Mention temperature changes around the windshield when describing what happened, but do not treat them as proof of the cause or as a test of repairability.
Get your windshield fixed, repaired or replaced today! AAR Auto Glass offers appointment-only mobile windshield repair and replacement services. Get in touch with us to know more about our windshield services in Houston!