There are three possibilities when it comes to windshield damage; it can be completely shattered, it can get a small crack or chip and it can get a large crack. In one situation it is a foregone conclusion that windshield replacement in Chicago is needed; in one situation chances are excellent the damage can be repaired but the third situation is a real toss-up; fix or replace.
The windshield of your car is much more than just something to keep the wind out of your face, it is a very important structural member.
Repair or replace?
The majority of chips and cracks can be repaired. Technicians look at four things before deciding the best approach; size, type, depth and position. Every case is a little different; a skilled technician is best suited to suggest the best approach.
Size and depth: A chip of less than an inch in diameter or a crack less than three inches in length are good candidates for repair.
Type: There are different types of damage. To the repair technician these are known as star breaks where there are radial cracks from the point of impact and a bulls-eye which is circular. If a chip or crack can be covered with a half dollar they can usually be repaired.
Location: If there is damage in the driver’s line of sight, even if it can be repaired, it should not be. Windshield replacement in Chicago is a must if it has a detrimental effect on visibility and clarity. If the damage is right at the edge of the glass there is a natural tendency for it to creep and enlarge, this too can pose a danger and the windshield should be replaced.
If your windshield is damaged it can be difficult for a layperson to decide if it can be repaired or whether it has to be replaced. It is always best to let a knowledgeable technician guide your decision.
A damaged windshield is not something that you want to leave alone. Windshield repair and windshield replacement in Chicago is available from Franks Auto Glass. Visit them online at www.franksautoglasschicago.com/windshield-window-repair/
