When windshield repair is no longer an option, windshield replacement will ensure you drive under only safe circumstances. It is important to have your windshield replaced when you first notice damage. A damage-free windshield not only helps you drive better, but keeps you and your loved ones safer, keeps insurance down, and saves you money having to fix more damage later on. At Wizard Auto Glass, they will replace your windshield quickly and for a great price.
Troubleshooting
There are several ways that your windshield can become damaged. Smalls rocks can hit it on your way to work, ice can fall from buildings, kids can accidentally damage it while playing, and many other ways. Now, large cracks are super easy to spot, but some smaller cracks and chips can be hard to notice immediately. Those small cracks and chips can turn into bigger ones sooner than you expect; make sure you regularly check your windshield to see if you can spot any damage.
The most common types of windshield cracks include:
- Bull’s Eye: looks like a circular, cone indent on outer layer of glass
- Chip: piece of glass missing
- Crack Chip: single crack that can be covered with a quarter
- Half Moon: similar to a bull’s eye, but not completely circular
- Stone Break: a small chip that happens when a stone hits windshield, but becomes a larger crack over time
- Long crack: a crack that is over 6” (15cm) long
- Pit: area where piece of glass is missing
Remember, these are not always easy to spot, so make sure to check for damage and get your car maintenance on a regular basis.
The Importance of Immediate Service
Many people think that they can get away with putting off their windshield replacement service, or avoid having it done all together. Damage to your windshield can result in your field of vision being impaired, which can lead to collisions, being pulled over by the police, and result in you having to pay more money than you have needed to.
Don’t wait! Call us today for your free quote by The Auto Glass Wizard experts at (905) 564-5330