If you should notice a chip or crack in your vehicle’s windshield, it is very easy to put off having it looked at by a professional Car Glass Repair Service. Unfortunately, by doing so, you are rolling the dice on what could be a very serious issue. A damaged windshield can easily distort the driver’s view of the road and other vehicles, increasing the chances of having a collision. Additionally, a vehicle’s windshield is designed to provide between 40% and 60% of the structural support for the passenger compartment in the event of a rollover accident. If the windshield has been damaged, it will also be substantially weakened and may not protect the driver or passengers. Another function of a windshield is to help guide the direction of the passenger-side airbag during a collision. If the windshield isn’t intact, the airbag can deflect straight up and provide no restraint for the passenger. These are all good reasons to have any nicks, chips, or cracks taken care of as soon as possible.
The auto glass industry is very competitive and sadly, there are some auto glass shops who do not deliver the kind of products and services they should, simply to attract customers with lower prices. These shops will often use screwdrivers or box cutters to remove a damaged windshield, scratching the protective paint and opening the door for future rusting problems and leakage around the window. They may also use inferior quality glass which can be more easily damaged and may begin to delaminate shortly after installation. Less-than-reputable glass shops are also noted for using low-quality adhesives to secure the glass, which can lead to loosening of the glass and leaking around the edge of the windshield.
A reliable Car Glass Repair Service will use only glass and adhesives approved by the manufacturer and will use the correct tools to do the job, respecting the client and their vehicle. In an effort to make windshield repair or replacement as convenient as possible, professionals may be able to offer on-site service so the customer’s day doesn’t have to include a protracted visit to a glass shop’s waiting room. Professional glass shops like Apple Glass Company can also work with their customer’s insurance company in order to find the most cost-effective solution for them. Whether it’s repair or a replacement, Apple Glass Company can provide fast, quality work at competitive prices. You can follow them on Twitter.
