Modern technology can make your life so much easier, but it can also make once simplistic acts like windshield replacement a real pain in the rear. Fortunately, the right service provider can make the process a lot less painful.

If you notice that your car’s windshield replacement has a crack or chip, it’s important to get it repaired as soon as possible. If left untreated, a small crack or chip can worsen over time and become an obstruction in your line of vision. This is a major safety issue and can even cause your vehicle to fail a state inspection.

Freezing Temperatures Intensify Damage

Freezing temperatures can cause the cracks in your windshield to expand and exacerbate existing cracks, making them even harder to repair. Even pouring hot water to melt ice can exacerbate the problem. It’s best to place a piece of clear tape over the crack to prevent moisture from getting inside and causing the crack to expand or shatter.

Check that the Technician is Certified

It’s very important to be sure that whoever replaces your windshield has the proper certification. This will ensure that they adhere to industry standards, which can significantly influence the quality of your new windshield.

Apply Urethane Primer

This is one of the most important steps in the process and it is often skipped by Technicians. We here at Knight Auto Glass estimate that 3 out of 5 vehicles we work on are not primed before installation. This is very dangerous as if the urethane goes Unprimed it can start to rust Underneath your Windshield and it may eventually come loose in a collision.