12 Usual Car Problems

Refill the windshield washer fluid. There are washer fluids available that are enhanced with an ice-melting component that is perfect for cold winter months. Do not fill with water, as it will freeze.

My advice is do your homework on the different kits on the market. Do I have a preference? Yes, I found a company that in my opinion is the best all around company selling windshield repair kits. They offer easy-to-use, not overly complicated, innovative tools at a very reasonable price. They are honest and offer some of the best support in the industry. I've been impressed from the owner to the sales/support staff.

I have seen this procedure first hand and walked away shaking my head wondering why anyone would want to do this to their windshield. Plus, if you haven't had a new windshield in a while it becomes pitted and is very difficult to see in the sun light or at night. If you have picked up a crack, more than likely it's been hit many times already and is probably pitted.

Paint touch up is also a repair that should be completed on your vehicle is your paint is cracked, chipped or scratched. If your paint is cracked, chipped or scratched you are leaving your vehicle open to getting rust. No car owner wants to deal with rust. Paint is acts as a sealant on your vehicle, so getting that little bit of paint touch up is important.

automobile windshield chip repair Its important to note that the exterior trim and moldings that we can see on the outside of the glass are for looks only. The actual water seal comes from the "urethane" adhesive which is used to create the bond. Its in this urethane that the water leak is originating.

If it costs $300 to repair your windshield, you might think that filing a claim is pointless if it is going to raise your rates for 3 years. Insurance companies have no problem with you thinking like this because it will reduce the amount of claims they are required to pay. The truth of the matter is that comprehensive claims are not counted against you and will not affect your premiums. Knowing this should persuade you to file a claim.

Now that you know what can and can't be repaired, there's one more thing to consider. Time!! Many factors like extreme heat or cold and even your air conditioning cooling down the windshield on a hot day can cause the damage to get worse. The longer you wait to repair the damage, it could spread and may turn a repairable situation into a full blown windshield replacement costing YOU more. Most insurance companies WILL cover a rock chip on the windshield at no cost to you. Speak with your insurance agent to get more information on what they will cover when it comes to windshield damage.

When the specialist tells you that your glass can be repaired, then the process will be very easy. The whole repair only takes about 30 minutes to an hour. An epoxy will be injected to the crack or ship by the specialist. It will dry completely and finally cover the damage. The repair will hide the damage as well as reinforce your windscreen. The resin used to fix the damage is a permanent solution and it prevents the damage from spreading.