No one wants to see a nick or a crack in their windshield. You know that once you see that little fracture it’s just going to get bigger and bigger until you have to replace the entire windshield. While this may have been the case in the past, today you don’t have to replace a cracked windshield. Instead, once you see the first signs of a problem, you need to take your vehicle to an auto glass repair shop in Tucson and let them restore your windshield for you.
The first thing that you need to understand is if your windshield is already shattered, then it’s probably too late to have it fixed, you’ll need to get a replacement. The cost of replacing a windshield is often covered by your auto insurance, so you should check with them before you pay out of pocket for this service. Many auto glass repair/replacement companies will bill your insurance company directly on your behalf, so this is something to look for as well.
The repair of your glass will cost a fraction of the price of a replacement. The price range for a repair ranges from $20 to $70 per nick. The bigger the chip, the more expensive the repair will be. Some companies will charge a larger amount for the first one and a smaller amount for each one after that – in the same visit. Again, many insurance companies will cover the cost of this procedure, without you having to pay your deductible first to get it done, so check before you proceed on your own.
In most cases, the repair process will be done while you wait. It’s important to note that a resin is used to repair the glass, which means that there will be slight imperfections in the area where the repair occurred. However, you will be able to continue to see out of your windshield like normal – there won’t be any danger to driving if you have repairs in the driver’s side of the windshield.
While there are kits that you can purchase to affect you own windshield repair, you should only use one if you’ve had your windshield checked for any damage after a crack occurs. Only an Auto Glass Tucson expert will be able to tell you if your glass is still safe to stay on your car.
