{"id":332,"date":"2015-07-14T11:28:52","date_gmt":"2015-07-14T16:28:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.autoglasswizard.ca\/auto-glass-blog\/?p=332"},"modified":"2016-04-27T12:33:50","modified_gmt":"2016-04-27T17:33:50","slug":"how-to-minimize-windshield-replacement-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autoglasswizard.ca\/auto-glass-blog\/how-to-minimize-windshield-replacement-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Minimize Windshield Replacement Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you feel as if it is time to have your windshield replaced, you might be worrying about the costs associated with such a venture. Having a crack or chip could result in something disastrous, so getting a windshield replacement is a very wise and safe choice. If you&#8217;re worried about the cost of replacing your windshield, read our tips and tricks on how to make sure you are getting the best price possible (while also receiving A+ services!).]<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. See if repairs are an option<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If you have a simple chip or crack, you have the option of asking your professional auto glass technician if they believe the break can be safely repaired. A repair is significantly cheaper than a full replacement, and if it is an option for you, it might be a good idea to consider windshield repair, instead. Remember, only a skilled service professional can safely answer this question for you, because this question can come down to personal safety.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Local vs. Franchise<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It might be tempting to just immediately go for the company you saw during a super bowl commercial, but this might end up costing you much more than you anticipated. There is no guarantee that the technicians in a franchise are more skilled than those in a local shop. Go local and skip paying for unnecessary and unwanted fees! Wizard Auto Glass is a proud local company that offers fair and very competitive pricing.<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Check your insurance!<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Although this is not applicable in all circumstances, some insurance plans cover windshield damage costs in some cases. Even if they only cover part of the replacement, it is money that is not coming out of your pocket! It is worth your time to make a quick call to your insurance company and review your policy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you feel as if it is time to have your windshield replaced, you might be worrying about the costs associated with such a venture. Having a crack or chip could result in something disastrous, so getting a windshield replacement is a very wise and safe choice. 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