It is quite obvious when you need a windshield replacement, but it is never that cut and dried to determine when damage can be repaired. One thing is for sure, if Chicago auto glass repairs can be made they should be repaired as quickly as possible as cracks will lengthen.
The windshields on modern cars are an integral part of the vehicles structure as well as being protection for those inside the car. Windshields are laminated construction; they consist of two sheets of glass, separated by a laminate. The glass and the laminate become one during the manufacturing process, the whole idea of this construction is to hold the windshield in one piece rather than break into multiple sharp shards of glass.
Repair or replace, what’s best?
Small chips and cracks can usually be repaired, but it depends on a number of factors, all of which are critical; the size of the damage, the type of damage, the depth of the damage and the location.
The only true way to determine if Chicago auto glass repairs are practical is to take your car to a shop that specializes in automotive glass. The technicians will be able to honestly assess the damage and give you their opinion of whether they can repair the damage or should you have them reface the windshield.
Chips about an inch in diameter and cracks about the width of a credit card can usually be repaired, although if the damage is directly in line with the driver’s vision there can be slight distortion and replacement may be the better option.
Chicago auto glass repairs don’t take long; typically a technician can do the job in 30 or perhaps a little longer if dirt has managed to migrate into the damaged area. A special resin is used; it is hardened with UV light, and the area is polished.
Chicago auto glass repairs are often possible, only skilled technicians can advise you. If you have a small chip or crack in the windshield of your vehicle, you are invited to visit Frank’s Auto Glass.
