2006-09-25 04:16:07 · 6 answers · asked by Don D 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If you are looking at DIY, there are a ton of kits available at Amazon. I also imagine quite a few at your local auto parts store as well. Otherwise, any glass/windshield replacement shop can fill and repair quickly and pretty cheaply.
2006-09-25 04:26:03 · answer #1 · answered by Curelover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many rock chips in windshields can be repaired if it is, generally, smaller than a quarter and is not in the drivers direct line of sight. Each repair is different so I would not recommend the over the counter kits at your local auto parts store. Repairs ARE NOT invisible. For the best results,take it to a professional. Most reputable shops offer a warranty that states that if you are ever dissatisfied with the repair and want to get the windshield replaced, then the amount you paid for the repair will be credited towards your windshield. If you have comprehensive insurance coverage, then the repair may be covered 100% regardless of your deductible.
2006-09-25 17:33:23 · answer #2 · answered by GlassMan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some windshield services that can actually drill out star cracks and refill the windshield if the crack is small enough. Some auto glass shops offer this service, but I've seen those guys in shopping center parking lots doing on-the-spot repairs for people. In many cases your car insurance will cover it if you have comprehensive coverage, but if you don't the guy I talked to last week told me it would cost $40.00 if I paid for it myself. Other than that, the only real alternative is to get the windshield replaced.
2006-09-25 11:20:31 · answer #3 · answered by sarge927 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
let me save you some time and money. Over the counter stuff is like medicine it'll fix the small problems. If a single crack from the star is at least 1/8 of an inch, forget it, the crack will run. If it is just a small nick. It can be drilled and filled. To it to a pro and get their opinion on it first, they should not charge you for saying if it can be fixed or not, if they do, go somewhere else. Comprehensive insurance will cover the repair and most companies waive your deductible less than $500 for this.
2006-09-25 15:34:44 · answer #4 · answered by tbone608 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can buy some over the counter stuff to repair this yourself (I've used some in the past). But also, call your car insurance company and they might have a recommendation. Mine will actually send someone free of charge to repair a crack - a little known service for a lot of insurance companies. better to repair than to replace out right.
2006-09-25 11:24:11 · answer #5 · answered by empress_pam 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually an auto glass shop can fix these so the crack stops spreading
2006-09-25 11:21:48 · answer #6 · answered by donyboy73 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋