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5 Most Important Things You Need to Know About Your Car Windshield

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    5 Most Important Things You Need to Know About Your Car Windshield

    By Auto Glass | Blog | Comments are Closed | 8 May, 2017 | 0

    Houston, Texas – April, 2017 – Auto glass repair and replacement form the biggest chunk of all insurance claims in America. The edge is the weakest part of the windshield and cracks more easily than the rest of the windshield and that is why the most cracks occur in that area.

    When flying rocks or debris hit the edge of the windshield, it can cause a tiny fracture which can grow into a bigger, which in turn has the potential to become an even bigger problem.

    The best option is to take your car to a professional windshield repair and replacement service for a quick inspection and repair, if required. The windshield offers clear vision, prevents any dust or debris entering the car and protects you. You can’t ignore windshield damage, however small it may seem.

    Here are 5 most important facts about windshields you should know.

    Windshield Fact #1

    A big percentage of windshields that require repair or replacement have a crack at the edge of the windshield. Ask for a thorough inspection of the windshield when your car goes for periodic maintenance and/or repairs.

    Windshield Fact #2

    A windshield chip is repaired by injecting a resin into the damaged area to remove all air from the space. The resin is cured with a UV light. This repair restores the windshield’s strength, preventing the damage from spreading further. There is no long down time with such repairs, making windshield repair much faster and cheaper than replacement.

    Windshield Fact #3

    As a rule of thumb, if a quarter can cover a chip, the chip can be repaired. That is why it is best to get chips and cracks fixed as soon as possible, especially before you wash your windshield to prevent water and dirt from contaminating the damage. The insurance companies will often pay for repair of cracks up to six inches.

    Windshield Fact #4

    Temperature changes and vibrations can cause a crack to get larger. Driving your car in direct sunlight or letting it remain outside on a cold night can make the crack grow.

    Another thing that can cause a crack to grow is vibrations – vibrations from the radio, from driving over a bumpy road or when you hit a pothole. All these can cause the crack to grow. This is why it is important to repair your windshield as quickly as you can.

    Windshield Fact #5

    Crack repairs are much cheaper and faster than replacements. Ten crack repairs save ten replacements. It makes sense to get a minor chip or crack repaired than ignoring it till it worsens.

    If you are looking for auto glass repair and replacement or auto moon roof glass repair in Houston, call A & A Auto Glass Discounter at 713-984-9006. Auto Glass Discounters is known for high quality and unbeatable service – at a very competitive price. Houston’s A & A Auto Glass and Body Shop’s staff is highly experienced in windshield and other auto glass repairs.

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