Windshield Repair and Replacement in Charleston
A crack or chip in your windshield can expose you and your passengers to dangerous driving conditions such as:
- An obstructed view
- Leaks — Driving down Center Street on a rainy afternoon shouldn’t feel like surfing at Folly Beach.
- Failed airbag deployment
- Compromised structural integrity of your vehicle — If an accident occurred while your windshield was damaged, your car’s roof would be more likely to collapse instead of protecting you.
At Glass Doctor Auto of Charleston, we specialize in all car glass services. We take great care to repair your windshield correctly so that you can feel safe while on the road.
Windshield Repair for Chips
To save you money, we make every effort to repair your windshield before we recommend replacement. Any repairs to your windshield should be completed as soon as possible to prevent the damage from spreading.
If there is a chip in your windshield, we can generally repair it if it meets these conditions:
- Less than an inch in diameter
- Minimal dirt accumulation inside of the chip
- Does not obstruct the driver’s side view
Repairing vs. Replacing Your Windshield
While your windshield may be able to be repaired in many cases, sometimes a windshield replacement is necessary.
Our specialists see replacements occur typically because consumers wait to have their windshield damage repaired for fear of the cost or a disruption in their day-to-day routine.
But the truth is, waiting can make damage worse by:
- Allowing dirt to wedge into the chip, which causes the chip to expand
- Weakening your windshield glass, which causes instability to your car’s overall structure
Cracks are another type of damage that will most likely require windshield replacement.
If you are concerned about whether your windshield needs to be repaired or replaced, call on our glass experts to assess the damage. We’ll repair or replace your windshield using only the safest, most up-to-date Auto Glass Safety Standards.
Windshield Replacement
If your windshield happens to meet the conditions for replacement instead of repair, rest assured, we’ve got you covered with our Windshield Protection Plan — provided at no extra cost at the time of your windshield installation.
The Windshield Protection Plan is a 12-month warranty that covers you for a one-time glass replacement or unlimited repairs. The cost of labor, moldings, and adhesive are excluded from this plan, but we do cover the cost of the glass for your replacement. Damage that’s due to collision, fraud, vandalism, or acts of God is excluded.
In addition to the Windshield Protection Plan, our Limited Windshield Warranty — also provided at no extra cost at the time of your windshield installation — covers:
- The cost of labor for repairing your windshield
- Leakage as part of a lifetime warranty (such that if leakage does occur, we will either reseal or replace your windshield, depending on the damage)
- Workmanship errors and/or manufacturing defects
Our professionals’ goal is always to help ensure that your windshield glass has maximum durability.
Between our Windshield Protection Plan and Limited Windshield Warranty, you can rest assured that your windshield will be well protected.
Glass Doctor Auto of Charleston Full-Service Plan
For those who are looking for maximum windshield protection to make the glass last even longer, consider purchasing our Full Service Plan. Our Full Service plan combines several add-ons designed to provide an even greater protection to your windshield glass including the following three service options:
- The Future Installation Option covers the cost of adhesives, labor, and moldings as part of the Windshield Protection Plan.
- The Hydrophobic Coating Option repels water and debris from your windshield’s glass so that Charleston’s humidity and rains won’t stand a chance of weakening your windshield.
- The Wiper Blade Option helps prevent water and debris buildup to enhance your visibility.
FAQs about Windshield Repair and Replacement
How big of a windshield crack can be fixed?
While windshield chips can be repaired under the right circumstances, windshield cracks generally need to be replaced. Cracks weaken the structure of the glass. If you attempt to have a crack in your windshield repaired, you could be left with glass that’s significantly weaker and less protective than it should be.
Let our team of experts assess the damage to your windshield and handle any necessary replacements and repairs.
What is the cost of windshield repair or replacement?
Windshield damage comes in all different sizes, ages, and locations. The cost to repair your windshield’s glass will depend heavily on these three factors.
For an accurate cost estimate, please contact one of our glass service professionals.
Contact Your Local Glass Doctor Auto of Charleston for Windshield Repair
When in doubt about the extent of your windshield’s damage, let us check it out. Waiting and letting the damage to your windshield’s glass linger just isn’t a safe option.
Call our glass specialists at (843) 823-4159 or schedule an appointment online to get started on your windshield repair or replacement.