Windshield repair

Most consumers had a belief for a longtime that a cracked windshield must be replaced. This misconception probably stemmed from insurance companies willingly reimbursing claims for cracked windshields. This is not necessary anymore. New technologies have been developed that make it possible to flawlessly repair Windshields that previously would have been trashed. Insurance companies, recognizing their cost savings if windshields are repaired, have begun to reward customers who seek to repair instead of replace by paying the repair deductible and bill.

Usually, repair is done by means of sealing the cracks with a specially formulated resin and then passing UV rays through it. When done under proper

professional help and environment controlled conditions, the drive away time is much shorter like half an hour in some cases. After the repair, the windshield would be as strong as the original; you dont have to worry about durability. It is always good to go to a specific shop which provides you professional help as well as warranty.

Most of the people have the confusion regarding what kind of damage can be repaired and what kind of damage should be replaced. Actually, stone damage or stone "chips" up to the size of a 50 cent piece, as well as single long cracks up to a length of 24 inches can be repaired. Best results are obtained if the repair is done before the damaged area is contaminated from washing or rough weather. A rock chip is usually round or star shaped and may have lines radiating from the center. It has a black or silver color to it. However, if your rock chip looks like a white speck in the glass and has no dark areas, then this should not be repaired. It is only a nick. However, if the windshied is totally cracked beyond this point, then you have to go for replacement.