Auto Glass Repair in Spartanburg & Greenville, SC
Auto Windshield repair:
1st Auto Windshield Repair:
Auto windshield repair is a safe and effective solution for small rock chips and windshield cracks. Auto windshield repair usually takes less than 30 minutes to be completed. Clear Choice Auto Glass will repair rock chips and cracks under the size of a quarter. Performing a windshield repair will restore the structural integrity of the windshield, prevent damage from spreading, and make the auto glass damage less noticeable.
What are some of the benefits of repairing a windshield?
• The original manufacturer seal remains intact.
• You do not run the risk of water and air leaks in the new installation.
• Less down time with a repair vs. having to order a windshield for replacement.
• Repairs can be done while your vehicle is in your parking lot at work, or in your driveway at home.
• Your satisfaction is guaranteed. If you are not satisfied for any reason, you can elect to have your windshield replaced. The cost of repair will be credited against the windshield replacement cost. You will not have to pay a deductible if the windshield is replaced if you carry comprehensive insurance in SC.
When do we consider repairing a windshield?
• If you have comprehensive coverage and windshield damage you can opt to repair or replace the windshield with no deductible in SC. If you carry liability only, windshield repair may be a more cost effective option for you. It is always your choice to select a repair or to replace the windshield.
• Is the damage contained to the outer layer of glass? The windshield is made of three layers glass/plastic filament/glass. As long as the plastic filament and inner glass have not been penetrated, it may be repairable.
What is the object of fixing the chip?
The object of current windshield repair technology is to strengthen the damaged area and reduce the possibility that the chip may spread into a crack. Cosmetic improvements are considered secondary in importance. However, cosmetic improvements make future repairs an attractive option to the insured. It’s important to realize that the repair normally improves the appearance of the damaged area and not necessarily makes it invisible. It is also important not to oversell expected results. Some of the worst looking chips have the best cosmetic results and vice versa.
Do we recommend fixing cracked windshields?
We do not recommend repairing cracks in windshields with current available technology. We recommend fixing chips. It is more difficult to fill the entire crack with resin than the cavity or “cone” of a chip. The main purpose of the resin is to restore the strength to the outer layer of the glass. Cosmetic restoration is a secondary benefit.
Can you fix chips that are in the critical vision area?
We do not recommend repairing chips in the critical vision area. This means that we do not promote chip repair in the driver’s line of vision. In other words, if you see it constantly while driving, its in the critical vision area and should be recommended for replacement..
What size chips can be fixed?
If each distinct area of damage is the size of a quarter or smaller, it may be repairable.
Are chips at the edge of a windshield more prone to stress?
Yes. Some repairable damage near the edges of a windshield may in fact have invisible (to the naked eye) cracks running to the edge of the windshield. Attempting to repair this damage can cause cracks to appear.
When is the best time to have a chip repaired?
It is beneficial to have the chip repair done as soon as possible. Water, dirt, windshield washer fluid, etc., are able to get into the chip and may result in a repair that is less clear or cause the chip to run.
What is the ideal weather type to best accomplish a windshield repair?
Ideal repair weather consists of a dry, sunny day with a moderate temperature. The curing process often begins when the technician exposes the repair to ultraviolet rays from a small handheld device. Natural ultraviolet rays are essential to finish the cure of the glass resin.
* Extreme heat can cause glass resin to cure at an accelerated rate, while freezing temperatures could cause the resin to freeze.
What is the largest number of chips that is recommended to repair?
Insurers will usually authorize up to 3 chips per vehicle. If you are going to do chip repair to a windshield, all chips should be fixed. If you leave chips in the windshield you run the risk of a chip turning into a crack. If the chips are deemed repairable and the customer is agreeable, the only thing we need to keep in mind is the cost vs. replacement. here comes a point that the cost to repair a certain number of chips will equal or exceed the cost of replacement.
Does a repair ever result in a situation where the windshield is damaged further?
Yes. There is some pressure on the damaged area when the repair is performed. It is important to know that a chip renders the windshield broken. The repair is an attempt to restore the structural strength to the windshield. If, in the process the repair damages the windshield further it may be necessary to replace the windshield. There is no risk in trying to fix the broken windshield.