A small crack or a chip in a windshield is a repairable issue, but the goal is to make certain the damage does not get worse before a repair can take place. A small ding in the glass could turn into damage so extensive the vehicle requires a windshield replacement. Here is how you can protect your windshield while you wait for a glass repair appointment.
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A crack in your car’s windshield is not uncommon, but repairing it is important. The reasons for repairing the glass are not all safety-related, but depending on where the crack in the glass is, the crack could be a safety issue. Many times these cracks can be unsightly and over time they may grow, so getting the crack taken care of as soon as you can is the best option.
Here are four important aspects of windshield damage and repair to understand.
1. Safety and Visibility
Even something as minor as a hairline-cracked windshield can lead to a potentially deadly scenario on the road. Major cracks are even worse. They put you and your passengers at serious risk every time you get behind the wheel.
Unchecked glass cracks can also cost you a lot of money in the long run. The cracks have a tendency to get worse over time, so if you don’t repair them right away, you may wind up spending more money replacing the entire sheet of glass. A damaged windshield can also earn you costly traffic tickets.
Keep your car safe, save money, and avoid tickets by taking care of your damaged windows immediately.
Cracks Are Dangerous
Even if the crack in your windshield is relatively small, it can create a minor blind spot in front of you. Cracks in your side and rear windows are the same: they can create blind spots and make it very dangerous to change lanes.
