Cracked Windshield?

There are few things more anger-inducing than a sharp rock plunging itself into your windshield on the highway. Such is life. While you can’t always avoid these unfortunate incidents from happening, you can take steps to alleviate the damage. McAllen, and South Texas in general, are hot as ever, meaning a small crack can quickly turn into a shattered windshield if you’re not careful. Keep these in mind when opting for repairs or replacements.

Size

Chances are good that a chip less than an inch in diameter can be repaired. The same goes for a crack less than three inches long. Cracks and chips larger than this can be a doozy, and may require a replacement altogether.

Type

Believe it or not, there are many different types of cracks. From star break, to bulls-eye, to dings and pits, determining which type of crack your windshield has is the best way to get started with a fix. Multiple cracks can be harder to repair, but a single crack or chip smaller than a quarter can likely be salvaged.

Location

The location of your chip or crack is important when determining a course of action. This is because discoloration, unevenness or mistiness can all occur after a repair. If these happen to effect your sight when driving, they could present a problem.

Let’s face it: things happen, especially a cracked windshield. McAllen, Brownsville and Weslaco Payne dealerships can help. If you’re in need of windshield repair, our Service departments can get you fixed up and ready for the road right away. Call or schedule an appointment today, or simply stop by one of our dealerships to check out our new and used models.