As a driver, it’s awfully easy to take your windshield for granted.  It provides protection against wind, snow, rain, dirt, dust, rocks and anything else that happens to come into contact with it while you’re driving.  If you were forced to drive without one for even one day, you’d know just how valuable it really is.

Tiny foreign objects are deflected out of harm’s way by your windshield all the time, so it’s really not surprising when you end up needing windshield repair.  If you drive on a regular basis, they’re bound to happen from time to time and aren’t really within your control.  What is within your control is how you choose to deal with it.

A lot of the time, you may not notice the crack or stone chip in your windshield until the next morning or later in the day after the car has been parked.  However, that isn’t always how it happens.  Sometimes, you’ll be driving along on the highway at a high speed and what seems like a golf ball-sized rock will hammer your windshield, causing an instant chip or crack.  And while the instant crack might startle you, it’s important not to panic in either scenario.

If your sightline is obstructed and you’re having trouble seeing where you’re going, find a parking lot or safe area and pull over.  If the car is already parked, just leave it where it is.  If the crack or chip isn’t obscuring your vision, carry on driving until you reach your destination, then plan your next move.

If the damage to your windshield doesn’t seem to bad and isn’t getting in your way, don’t think of it as an excuse to leave it until later.  Whether it is a crack or a chip, it won’t go away and in many cases it will spread and get worse.  The time to take action on any kind of windshield damage is as soon as possible.    Contact a reputable auto glass place and get instructions on what to do next.  Most quotes for auto glass repair can be given right over the phone. We offer mobile windshield installation and repairs, so sometimes the issue can be taken care of and you won’t even have to go anywhere.  You may be asked to take a picture of the damage and send it in, but that’s not a challenge with today’s technology.  The main point is not to leave it alone.    Plan Ahead   If you like being prepared for these unpredictable annoyances ahead of time, consider finding a quality auto glass place before you have a windshield incident.  If you’re able to find a place that fits your budget and has all the services you find important, you’ll know exactly what to do when that inevitable chip or crack pops up, and what to expect from the service.  Give us a call today and we’ll let you know what you can expect from our windshield repair and replacement service.