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Will my windshield crack from this heat

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Perfect Touch Auto Glass SwabiDabi June 28,2021 The sun and heat can both cause your glass to heat up and expand, which can cause the crack or chip to rapidly spread. If this happens, the crack or chip can become too large to repair and your entire windshield will need to be replaced. Can windshield crack because of heat? Perfect Touch Auto Glass experts  recommend repairing chips or cracks as soon as possible especially during long heat waves. ... So, we verified yes, if your windshield is chipped or cracked , heat can cause more damage. However hot temperatures alone will not cause a windshield to crack .   Should I worry about a small chip in my windshield? Even though the damage seems very minor , it is important to repair the chip as soon as possible. If dirt and debris are embedded into the area of the chip , it will make the repair less effective or even impossible. Weather and even windshield wipers can force dirt into the chip .   Does heat or cold make win

Things to know about your auto insurance

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Perfect Touch Auto Glass SwabiDabi June 24,2021 How much is the deductible for a windshield? Most deductibles for comprehensive claims range from $50 to as high as $2,000. We've found that: If your deductible is over $1,000, it is unlikely your windshield damage costs would exceed that amount or you'd get a check from your insurer. Is there a deductible for broken windshield? Glass damage is subject to the comprehensive deductible unless the damage occurs to the car's windshield . GEICO will waive the deductible for repairs to the windshield . Although repairs to the windshield are free, windshield replacements are not and will require policyholders to pay their deductible in most states.   How does insurance deductible work for windshield replacement? It is an insurance cost that has to be paid before your insurance kicks in. For example, if your total repair cost is $2000 and the deductible amount is $500, you will need to pay $500 before you can avail the re

What is mobile auto glass service?

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Perfect Touch Auto Glass SwabiDabi June 22, 2021   What is mobile auto glass service? A mobile auto glass service comes out to you, so you don't have to get your car towed to the shop. Mobile glass servicing often operates outside of traditional business hours, so you can get your vehicle repaired before, after, or even during work. Is mobile windshield replacement safe? “ Mobile work can be conducted safely in temperatures down to zero degrees Fahrenheit,” says one safety expert. Just make sure your technician follows the written procedures for cold weather installations, paying special attention to the curing time. Be sure to ask your technician when it is safe to drive your vehicle.   We Come to You !   When you call Perfect Touch Auto Glass with your year, make and model of your vehicle, we'll replace the windshield or other glass on-site, weather permitting. Your safety is our top priority.    

Can car windscreens crack in heat?

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Perfect Touch Auto Glass SwabiDabi June 17, 2021 Can car windscreens crack in heat? The heat itself will not cause cracks in your windscreen , however cooling the glass rapidly when it is heated is a direct cause of extensive cracking Can windshields crack on their own? Windshields are made of glass and plastic components, so naturally, they can only withstand so much pressure. Too much pressure applied in any one area of the windshield's surface can be enough to cause cracks to form in or around that particular area.   What temperature will a windshield crack? A damaged windshield is 60 percent more vulnerable to cracking once the temperature reaches 32 degrees. When the mercury drops below 14 degrees, a chip is 80 percent more susceptible to cracking than it is in warmer weather . Extreme temperature changes put more stress on a windshield too.   Can a windshield crack be stopped from spreading? Another option when it comes to limiting the spread of your cracked wi

Should you fix windshield chip?

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Perfect Touch Auto Glass SwabiDabi June 16, 2021 Should you fix windshield chip? Regardless of the size and location of a chip or crack , it's always advisable to have it repaired quickly. If you wait some time to repair it, dirt can work its way into the damaged area, affecting the effectiveness and clarity of the repair .   When should you get a windshield chip repair? Generally, if you have 3 or more cracks anywhere on your windshield , you 'll probably need to replace it. After they take a certain amount of damage, they begin to lose their ability to withstand further impacts. It may also be necessary to replace your windshield if a particular crack is around or over 14 inches. Perfect Touch Auto Glass in Richmond, VA offers Labor Free Service   Why is windshield replacement Important? One of the most important functions of an effective windshield is to provide the driver with clear view of the surroundings . If the glass gets cracked or is broken, it hampers