You rely on your car to take you where you need to go. You want it to be reliable and safe. Of course, if it also looks good, that’s better. A major factor in determining whether your vehicle is safe to drive is the condition of your windshield. If you do a lot of driving, you know that despite your best precautions, rock chips and cracks in your windshield will happen. Once you see them, you know that you need either a windshield repair or replacement. We can help you decide which course is best for you.
If your windshield has small rock chips, windshield repair is the solution. Generally, chips in the windshield that are less than 1” (the size of a quarter) in diameter are easily filled. Cracks need to be less than 3” (the width of a dollar bill) to be repaired. The number of chips in your windshield also determines what kind of windshield repair is best for your car.
As with most challenges, rock chips and cracks tend to start out small and grow larger over time. The key to keeping your windshield in good repair is taking care of the chips or cracks before they spread. If you currently have small chips or cracks and are headed into cooler weather, or if you drive over bumpy roads often, it’s time for windshield repair.
However, if your windshield has bigger chips and cracks, it will need to be replaced. The good news is that we can help you with your windshield needs, whether they be repair or replacement. We are experienced and able to effectively assess the best way to ensure that your windshield is safe for you to drive with. When you find yourself in need of windshield services, come and see us.