Should I Repair Or Replace My Chipped Windscreen / Windshield?
A chip in your windshield isn't the end of the world, but it can lead to a frustrating ordeal if it's not addressed properly and in a timely manner. Not only can a damaged windshield mean reduced visibility, but it can also affect how advanced safety systems operate in modern vehicles. There are options for both repairing and replacing a damaged windshield.
If your windshield has less than three chips that is 25mm or smaller, it can usually be repaired, which saves both time and money compared to a full windshield replacement. Some auto glass repair companies claim to be able to repair windshield chips larger than 25mm. However, in Centre Glass experience, the larger the damage, the higher the chance you'll get an unsatisfactory repair. Since the size of the chip matters in terms of being able to repair it, you'll want to take care of small chips as soon as possible before they grow to a size that requires replacing the whole windshield.
Repairing a chipped windshield is done by applying resin under a vacuum to the damaged area, curing it to a rock-hard finish using an ultraviolet light, and then polishing the glass. The result is a repair that nearly invisible to the naked eye and protects the integrity of your windshield. It's also quick; Centre Glass repairs usually take 30 minutes.
When the damage is not repairable, like a small chip directly in front of a camera or sensor, a windshield replacement is the only way to go. Be sure to choose a company that uses qualified technicians and top-quality materials. While there are many options out there for windshield replacement, Centre Glass does not replace windshields.
When you see a chip, you may be able to avoid a windshield glass repair claim if you act quickly.
Remember the rule of thumb is as follows:
A windscreen / windshield chip less than 3mm (smaller than a matchstick head) does not usually need to be repaired.
A windscreen / windshield chip less than 25mm (smaller than a £2 coin) is repairable.
A windscreen / windshield chip over 25mm is usually non-repairable.
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We offer repairs that are fast and convenient. If your windscreen / windshield has a chip we’re here to help. We cover the whole of the midlands – Birmingham, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Stoke on Trent, Sheffield, Solihull, Coventry, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Lichfield, Cannock, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Redditch, Newark on Trent, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Burton Upon Trent, Dudley, Nuneaton, Melton Mowbray, Bromsgrove.
For a repair that you know will be done right, call Centre Glass today. Call or WhatsApp on 07923 449354 email centreglass@mail.com visit www.centreglass.org