Whether caused by a stone flying up from the road or some other impact, chips and cracks will grow with time. If they grow too large, the entire windshield may require replacement. Did you know that these cracks and chips can be repaired? Some small windshield chips and cracks can even be repaired at home with a repair kit. Chips larger than a quarter and cracks more than three inches long cannot be fixed with a DIY kit and should be either repaired or replaced by a professional glass service like Glass Doctor. If it is smaller than a quarter, windshield chip repair can be a DIY job. Follow the steps below to fix that chip before it spreads. First, purchase a windshield repair kit at your local auto parts store. Epoxy resin, which will be contained in the kit, has a shelf life, so be sure to check the expiration date if it has one. Otherwise, ask the employees to make sure it hasn’t been sitting on the shelf for more than six months. To make sure you get proper adhesion during the repair, clean the outside of the windshield well where the repair will take place. But never spray glass cleaner directly onto the crack or chip. Instead, pour a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a microfiber cloth, and wipe the surface. Use a pin or thumbtack to remove any loose shards of glass in the chip or crack. If the epoxy resin in your repair kit requires UV light to cure, pull your car out of the garage or from the shade into the open daylight. If possible, save windshield repair for a warm, sunny day. If it’s been raining, make sure you use a hair dryer to remove moisture from inside the chip or crack before applying the epoxy. Follow the instructions closely on your kit. Use this guide as a reference along with the kit’s instructions. You did it! Well done. If you’d rather leave windshield chip repair to the professionals (probably a good idea!), pick up the phone and call your local Glass Doctor. Our glass repair experts will come right to your vehicle to either repair or replace your windshield. You can reach us at 833-974-0209, or you can schedule an appointment online. Windshields aren’t the only thing ruined by cracks or chips. Lots of homeowners have garage floors with unsightly chips and cracks. Learn more from the experts at Five Star Painting about garage floor finishes and coatings. Five Star Painting is part of Neighborly’s reliable network of home service professionals. Just like all the Neighborly brands, you can expect trustworthy home services for any budget.
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At Autoglass®, we always try to repair your existing windscreen before replacing it with a new one, usually saving you both time and money. Sometimes though, the type, size and position of the damage will mean that a car glass repair is not possible.
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With Over 30 Years in the Industry, We Know Our Auto Glass!
Auto Glass Now offers the most reliable auto glass repair and replacement services across the nation! A chipped or cracked windshield can truly be a pain in the glass! Cracks larger than 10 inches can reduce vision of the road in front of you, greatly reducing road safety. With nearly 80 locations across the United States Of America, our team is committed to providing the fastest auto glass service at the best value guaranteed. We understand car owners don't plan for auto glass repairs, so we are here to help them get back on the road fast, at the prices they need.
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EXPERT WORK YOU CAN COUNT ON
At Speedy Glass®, we always take the time to do things right. That's why we've implemented a 70-step windshield repair process to restore it to its original strength. Trust Speedy Glass® and entrust us with your vehicle.
- It’s a time-saver
Speedy Glass® experts take no more than one hour to repair any damage on your windshield. - It could cost nothing!
Repair is free of charge when you’re insured for glass damage; you don’t even have to pay a deductible!1 - Safety first
Because your windshield accounts for 30% of your vehicle’s structural strength, it plays a crucial role in ensuring your safety. - We repair before going any further
We prefer repairing than replacing your windshield to regain its original strength. - Stop even the slightest chip from becoming bigger
Cracks start off as a chip in 90% of the cases. By getting it fixed sooner rather than later, you’ll increase our chances of being able to repair your windshield. - Lifetime guaranteed work
Our repairs are lifetime guaranteed2 for as long as you own your vehicle. - The Speedy Glass® seal of excellence
Following a tried and tested 70-step repair process, our trained and certified technicians can restore the glass to its original safety before the damage occurred.
Glass damage that can be fixed
Your windshield is exposed to many risk factors: motion-related vibrations, temperature variations, road conditions and heat and cold, to name a few. It comes as no surprise that they can cause glass damage every now and then.
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Speedy Glass ® is currently ranked:
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Michael, Sep. 23, 2022
David help me understand my options for the repair and was accommodating with last minute changes. The work done was excellent as I don't notice ... Read more
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not s., Sep. 22, 2022
Great service and professional staff. Really impressed with everything!!!!
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Susie, Sep. 21, 2022
My husband and I were very impressed by the service and the people at Speedy. The people were so nice. They were very helpful in recommending things w... Read more
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Chip, Sep. 21, 2022
The chip was repaired within 24 hours
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Leesa, Sep. 21, 2022
I would highly recommend this shop to change your windshield. From the initial phone call, the service was friendly and professional. The staff were w... Read more
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Courtney, Sep. 21, 2022
The team at Belleville location are absolutely amazing and kind. They took the time to explain everything and cleaned all my windows. Everyone is so k... Read more
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Rosie, Sep. 21, 2022
Chris was very friendly and accomodative. He shows expertise by giving us advise how we can improve our car. He tried to check the issue with our rear... Read more
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Nikki, Sep. 21, 2022
The staff were extremely pleasant to work with. I was impressed by how fast they managed to do the repair. Everyone was very professional and they mad... Read more
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1 Certain exceptions apply. Consult your insurance provider.
2 Lifetime warranty against installation and manufacturing defects and leaks. This warranty does not cover leakage due to deterioration of the vehicle’s bodywork or damage caused by vandalism, theft, natural disaster, unlawful activity or willful act.
3 Certain exceptions apply. Varies with provincial legislation and insurance coverage. Consult your insurance provider.