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Replacing A Cracked Windshield Is Important

by Gaëtan Meunier

If your windshield just has a minor issue, you might wonder if it's really necessary to replace it right away. There are a few reasons that replacing auto glass is important.

It Doesn't Protect You When Cracked

First of all, auto glass is designed to be strong when it's intact; in other words, part of the structural strength of the glass depends on it not being cracked. That means that if you get into an accident, your safety glass is not going to be able to fully do its job. Risk of injury to yourself and your passengers is often, in itself, worth a trip to your local auto glass repair shop

A Crack Leaves the Glass Open to Further Damage

The weakened structure of broken safety glass means that it is vulnerable to further damage. That could be damage from the crack expanding under everyday pressure. It could be an additional impact that causes the glass to shatter. Environmental factors can speed the decline of a piece of broken auto glass; for instance, harsh winter temperatures may cause additional pressure on the glass and cause it to break further. Whatever it may be, don't make the mistake of thinking that the crack is stable as is.

Repair vs. Replacement Cost Is Significant

If your auto glass is still at a point where glass repair could work, you might save a lot of money by going in for a repair now. The costs of working on a piece of glass that's already installed are much less than ordering replacement glass. There are a few things that auto glass replacement and repair centers can do to fix damaged glass, including injecting a glass resin and sanding or scoring the edges of the crack so that it does not widen out.

Ways to Finance Glass Repair

That may leave you wondering how to pay for glass replacement or repair. If you have an auto insurance policy with comprehensive insurance, check your policy details; some of these policies have a $0 deductible on auto glass. But if that's not available to you, shopping around for the best quotes can help you reduce your repair bill. Look for shops that offer a low markup on parts and who have technicians with experience in a range of repair types and not just windshield replacement. That way, the whole spectrum of repair options (and pricing) is available to you.

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