Cheap Auto Glass Repair & Replacement

The first step in getting cheap auto glass is deciding whether you need a repair or replacement, of which a replacement is going to cost more. The bigger the crack that you have on your windshield, the more likely it is that you’re going to need a replacement.

The probability of you getting a replacement windshield is greatly increased if the cracks make the surface uneven, or are located at the center or the edges of the windshield. A lot of the auto glass services in your area will come to you directly.

Some people, when they see some sort of crack or damage on their windshield, think the worst and assume that their windshield will be broken within a matter of minutes. Although we are conditioned (perhaps by the advertisements from auto glass services) to always start looking to repair the auto glass, slightly damaged auto glass can last for years without a repair (especially if the crack or bruise if really minor).

To be on the safe side, however, it is recommended that you get any cracks you see repaired because once the crack starts increasing, it will get progressively worse until you need a full replacement.

If you find out that you need a complete windshield replacement, you can save a lot of money by going to a junkyard and picking up a nice used windshield from there. Since color does not matter, theres a good chance that you’re going to find a matching windshield for your auto.

However, when you find a pre-owned windshield, don’t think of installing it yourself as you may very well cut yourself. Simply take the used windshield you found and pay an auto glass company in the neighborhood of $40-$60 to install the windshield.

Wouldn’t your auto insurance policy pay for the cost to repair or replace a damaged windshield?

It depends. If the windshield got damaged in an accident, in which the other party was found to be at fault, their property damage liability will pay for the cost to repair the windshield. If, however, the crack appeared from no apparent accident you’re going to need comprehensive insurance to pay for the damages. If you don’t have comprehensive coverage, then you’re out of luck.

Despite this, its always a good idea to talk to your car insurance company as insurers vary in their stance on auto glass repairs.