Your windshield is engineered with advanced materials to serve multiple functions. It’s made of laminated safety glass, which consists of two layers of glass bonded with a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB). This structure ensures the glass holds together during impact, preventing shattering and minimizing injuries.
Structural integrity: In a rollover accident, the windshield provides up to 60% of the vehicle’s cabin strength.
Airbag deployment: Proper deployment of front airbags relies on the windshield to reflect the airbag toward the passenger.
Clear visibility: Chips and cracks can refract light, creating glare and impairing your ability to see the road clearly.
It’s common to see drivers put off repairing a chip or small crack, thinking it’s too minor to worry about. But even a small chip can expand rapidly due to:
Temperature fluctuations
Vibrations from driving
Moisture seeping into the crack
Further impact or stress on the glass
What starts as a minor blemish can quickly become a long crack requiring full windshield replacement—costing significantly more than a simple repair. More importantly, a compromised windshield puts everyone in the vehicle at greater risk during an accident.
Not all windshield repair services are created equal. Here are some essential factors:
Choosing a professional for your windshield repairoffers several advantages:
Cost-Effective: Repair is significantly less expensive than full replacement.
Time-Saving: Most repairs are quick, often done in under half an hour.
Insurance-Friendly: Many insurers cover repairs with no deductible.
Eco-Friendly: Repairing instead of replacing keeps glass out of landfills.
Safety-Focused: Proper repair restores windshield integrity and visibility.