A speck of dust on your vehicle’s windshields won’t hurt a bit--but a crack or chip will. Don’t take on the risk of letting a crack on your car’s glass go by. Have it repaired immediately. If all turns to worse, you might have to get your glass replaced.
Having a crack on one’s windshield doesn’t just affect the physical appearance of the vehicle as a whole, it also limits the visibility when driving. Worst case scenario, if left unattended, the crack may grow in size and span a larger portion of the windshield and the vehicle’s driver might get himself into an accident. So if your windshield’s crack has gotten bigger, you may have to have your glass replaced while taking into consideration the cost it may require and the quality of the glass to ensure its safety and long term state.
According to Cognard, the replacement of a windshield takes less than an hour. So it won’t take too long. “To ensure the vehicle is safe to drive, time values called the Safe Drive Away Time have been established. Windshields which have been replaced must cure or bond sufficiently until they are able to withstand the forces of a crash. Knowing the minimum time needed to cure the glass bonding adhesives is therefore important. This safe drive away time (SDAT) or minimum drive away time (MDAT) refers to the time required until a windshield installation or glass replacement is considered safe to drive again.”
One of the first questions of course is whether to repair or replace the glass. Ultimately, you’d have to replace it--for safety purposes. But they may cost quite a lot so others turn to repairs instead. It is a risk, yes. However, there are insurance companies who provide financial assistance for glass replacements. It is important nevertheless to choose an auto collision company who guarantees you with high-quality affordable glass replacements. At this juncture, Eddystone Auto Collision may have the perfect glass replacement facilities and tools for you.
