A cracked or chipped windshield is a major safety issue, risking not only your safety, but also the safety of other drivers, as you are more vulnerable to being involved in an accident. If your windshield has been damaged, Glass Doctor® of Montrose, CO can repair any small chips, but chips and cracks longer than three inches usually indicate your windshield will need to be immediately replaced.
Glass Doctor of Montrose takes three factors into consideration when deciding whether the best option for your vehicle is windshield chip repair or windshield replacement.
Size: The rule of thumb is if a crack is longer than a credit car or a chip is more than 3/8 inch, you'll generally require windshield replacement.
Location: If a crack has splintered to the edge of the windshield, or if chips or cracks are in your direct line of vision, the windshield will need to be replaced. In these instances a repair seldom cures clearly, leaving a slight outline in the area of repair.
Timespan: The more time that passes before you address windshield chips and cracks, the more likely it is that dirt will build up in them, making a successful repair difficult and replacement a necessity.
Glass Doctor of Montrose works with all major insurance carriers and handles filing the insurance paperwork for you. We always recommend you contact your insurance agent to verify coverage before scheduling your windshield chip repair or pane replacement.
