Rock Chip Repair

Most of us have been told once or twice by our parents, friends, or police officers not to drive with a cracked windshield. Although the crack may not be directly in your line of sight, the crack will only move further across the windshield until it is. But going straight to get your windshield replaced isn’t necessarily the best option either. Depending on the size of the crack or chip, you may be able to save your windshield, saving your wallet at the same time! Let’s take a look at how this process works so you’ll know exactly what to do next time this happens to you.

What Type Of Damage Are You Experiencing?

Before determining how you’ll fix the damage, you need to know how your windshield is damaged. There are a number of things that can cause damage to a windshield including temperature changes, the sun, hail, a heavy object, or a rock. Even small pebbles can cause serious damage to your windshield if they’re traveling fast enough. Small chips around 1 ¼ inches in diameter or smaller can usually be fixed. However, if the middle of the chip looks like crushed glass, you’re likely out of luck. On the other hand, cracks can usually be repaired as long as they’re under six inches.

How Does Rock Chip Repair Work?

The rock chip repair process is pretty simple and will get you back on the road quickly with very little hassle. Every repair starts with a quick cleaning. It’s important to make sure there is no dirt in or around the crack and that it is dry before moving on. A state-of-the-art polymer resin is used to fill the chip or crack. Once it’s filled, the resin needs to be cured using UV light and smoothed in order to remove any excess resin. That’s it! You’ll be back on the road in no time!

Insurance Coverage

Comprehensive coverage will help cover the cost of windshield repair or replacement if the damage was caused by a rock, falling object, fire, or theft. Full glass coverage will also help pay for these services and may remove the need to pay a deductible. However, this depends on your insurance company and state regulations, so be sure to consult with them if you have any questions about coverage.

Contact Paint Daddy

Ultimately, if you’re experiencing any damage at all to your windshield, whether it’s from a rock, hail, or falling object, it’s always best to consult with a window repair specialist. We will inspect your windshield to see if it can be repaired or if it would be a better option for you to have it replaced, which we also do.

Paint Daddy is happy to provide auto body parts for many popular car brands, as well as paint jobs and windshield repairs and replacement to keep your vehicle looking great. Give us a call today or visit our website to learn more about our products and services.