You’re driving down the highway, listening to the radio and minding your business when a flying rock comes out of nowhere and strikes your windshield. While you’re thankfully safe, you notice that now there’s a chip on your windshield.
Ask professional auto glass experts whether they can repair suitable windshield chips. Ask promptly about the damage rather than assuming either a quick repair or inevitable spreading. Some damage requires replacement of the windshield.
While waiting to schedule an appointment, these precautions may help protect the chip, but cannot guarantee it won’t spread.
Protect the Chip from Contamination
Avoid nail polish and superglue. Keep the chip clean and dry, and ask an auto glass technician about temporary protection. Contamination in the damaged area may affect whether it can be repaired.
Quick checklist
- Ask about assessment promptly without assuming repair is guaranteed.
- Keep improvised glue, nail polish and drilling away from the damage.
- Follow vehicle visibility instructions and the technician’s guidance.
Get a Professional Assessment
Windshield repair requires appropriate materials and an assessment of the damage. Do not drill into the windshield or improvise a repair. A technician can assess the chip and explain suitable repair options; a home attempt does not guarantee that you will avoid further repairs.
Avoid Abrupt Temperature Changes
Avoid sudden temperature changes at your chipped windshield. Park your car in shade when possible. Use the defroster as needed for visibility, following your vehicle’s instructions; do not drive unless you can see clearly through the glass.
Schedule an Appointment with a Professional
Contact an auto glass specialist promptly. AAR Auto Glass assesses windshield cracks against its current service criteria. The published repair information and a technician’s assessment guide the next step; do not assume a numerical rule alone confirms eligibility.
Have a cracked or chipped windshield? Get in touch with us at AAR Auto Glass in Houston. From minor repairs to full replacements, we provide all kinds of auto glass services. Contact us to schedule an appointment today.