Your mind immediately goes to “Can I stop this from spreading” when you notice even the slightest crack in your windshield. We hear this question very often as windshield repair and replacement experts. The repeated opening and shutting of car doors, the vehicle’s vibration while driving, debris flying up from the road, and the weather all contribute to the growth of cracks in a windshield.
A windshield replacement is expensive, but a little fracture may be temporarily mended so that you can get it looked at and perhaps repaired.
What to do if your windshield has a crack
If you have a crack in your windshield, the most straightforward technique to prevent it from spreading is to:
- Use a microfiber cloth and glass cleaner to wipe off the surface carefully.
- Superglue the crack or paint it over with clear nail polish.
- When dry, seal the crack with transparent tape to remove dust and debris.
- Keep away from congested roads and building sites where debris might get lodged in your windshield.
Those above should only be used as a stopgap measure until a professional can mend the break in your windshield. Have a professional inspect whether your windshield is cracked or chipped to see whether it can be fixed. Get it to a repair shop quickly to prevent the damage from worsening. Glass replacement will be necessary if it is ignored for too long. Windshield replacement in Bergen County NJ is what you need. Your windshield’s little crack or chip may not seem like a big deal, but it is.
Can a cracked or chipped windshield be fixed?
Windshield chips and cracks may be repairable depending on the damage’s size, depth, and location. Cracks in a windshield can be fixed if:
- Has a diameter of one inch or less (for chips) or a length of three inches or less (for cracks).
- Cannot break through both panes of glass.
- Does not block the driver’s view or the rain sensor and internal antenna.
- Doesn’t cause more cracking.
- It avoids contacting the window’s frame.
A guide on avoiding chipped windshields.
Drivers frequently have problems with windshield damage. The quantity of development happening across the province, the erratic weather patterns that include the presence of mild Chinook winds in the winter, and the small gravel particles displaced on the road to provide traction during the winter months are all to blame. It’s not a matter of if you’ll encounter windshield damage, but when, due to the “perfect storm” created by these factors.
There’s little you can do about the stones, the construction, or the erratic weather, but you can keep your windshield from cracking by doing the following:
- Avoid being stuck behind semi-trucks on the freeway.
- Parking in the shade during the summer and in the garage or underground in the winter will help limit the effects of seasonal temperature changes.
- Delaying turning on the car’s climate control system after entering the vehicle. Allow plenty of time for the automobile to reach the desired temperature by turning the thermostat down to its lowest setting.
- Using a windshield cover or the floor mats in your car can absorb the impact of hail during a sudden downpour.
Always use the services of a reputable windscreen repair company like ARCO Auto Glass in New Jersey and avoid risking driving with a damaged windshield. Remember, your windshield is a crucial component of your car’s safety system
We offer Mobile auto glass repair service in New Jersey and surrounding areas. You can call us at 866-913-2791 to restore the safety and functionality of your vehicle’s glass.