View Full Version : Windshield repair


Scott528iM
09-20-2004, 10:05 AM
Anyone have experience with a good place that can fix cracks in a windshield?
Thanks.

kchildre
09-20-2004, 12:45 PM
OK man... which car was it???

Scott528iM
09-20-2004, 01:01 PM
Small rock chip on Pams car. Bout the size of a quarter. I may just run by Glass Dr. and have them "repair" it to keep the spider effect from happening.

ShaunATL
09-20-2004, 10:35 PM
I just call the insurance company and let them send out whoever (Safelite I think). I wouldn't let them replace the windshield by any means but for a quick fix I think it's fine. It's also really convenient since they'll meet you at work or home.

Also, it's free, at least through my insurance.

kchildre
09-21-2004, 07:38 AM
If it's smaller than a quarter, the "repairs" actually work really well. I'm not sure about yours, but my insurance company covers repairs for free (no deductable) because it's cheaper for them to repair it initially v/s replacing the entire windshield later on.

Safelite did the work on the M3 when I replaced it's windshield immediately after I bought it.

count_schemula
09-21-2004, 07:41 AM
Give or take, how much are windshields?

I have a Colorado car, and apparently I have very fine pits that kinda catch the sun's glare. Not that big a deal, but, maybe, one day, on a whim, I'd swap it out...

Scott528iM
09-21-2004, 09:58 AM
Took it to Glass Dr. this morning. $40 and they fixed it pretty well. You can still see a small hole where it was drilled but I really just wanted to keep it from spreading so I'm happy now.
I think new OE windshields are upwards of 6-7 bills?!

Dean
09-21-2004, 11:31 AM
Took it to Glass Dr. this morning. $40 and they fixed it pretty well. You can still see a small hole where it was drilled but I really just wanted to keep it from spreading so I'm happy now.
I think new OE windshields are upwards of 6-7 bills?!

You should call your insurance company to see if you can get reimbursed. Most of them will fix it for free, meaning they will pay someone $50 to get it fixed with no cost to you or having to file a claim for a new windshield.

Scott528iM
09-21-2004, 02:00 PM
Eh, $40 is no big deal. My insurance rates are good, but the service blows. I wouldn't want it to count as a nuisance claim.
BTW - Did you get a modem yet? Sorry we couldn't hook up.

Dean
09-21-2004, 02:03 PM
Eh, $40 is no big deal. My insurance rates are good, but the service blows. I wouldn't want it to count as a nuisance claim.
BTW - Did you get a modem yet? Sorry we couldn't hook up.

The insurance company wont see it as a claim. At least mine doesnt. It considered just good service and a perk for being a member. I have Liberty Mutual. If it was consider a claim they wouldnt pay it anyways since its a measly $40 since your deductible is probably $250 or $500.

I got a new modem.