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Despite your best efforts to keep your luxury sports car pristine and protected, you’ve been pelted head-on by a pebble kicked up by the eighteen-wheeler in front of you and have a pit with spider cracks on your windshield. Finding yourself debating whether to have your windshield repaired or replaced, or simply deal with the eyesore is common. If the damage isn’t painfully obvious, it may be easy to ignore it for the time being. If you find yourself looking for the signs that you need your windshield replaced, join our glass experts in today’s post for the top reasons to book your car window replacement.
At Jet Black Tint, our window experts take the hassle out of car window replacement with quick service at a price you can afford. We work with your auto insurance and have many luxury car glass options in stock to make it convenient for you. If any of these situations apply to you, return your car to show quality by booking your windshield replacement at your nearest JBT today.
In raw measurements, one-eighth of your windshield glass may seem rather negligible. However, when a pit or crack exceeds an eighth of the total depth of your windshield, the integrity of the glass is compromised and further damage is inevitable. Of course, day to day, it may take weeks or even months for a crack to spider, but in the event of glass trauma including a car accident or even hail, your windshield is nearly three times as likely to shatter than if there was no damage, to begin with. A shattered car window can turn a minor fender bender into a dangerous mess and can cause more injury than the collision itself. Err on the side of safety and have your car glass replaced if the crack or pit exceeds one-eighth of the depth of your window glass.
Minor cracks created by kicked-up gravel on the highway may be shallow enough to pose no real threat, just an unsightly eyesore. These cracks can migrate and spread over time, growing from the initial half-inch injury to a full edge-to-edge crack. If you are like many American drivers, you may choose to wait to replace your windshield, biding your time as the crack lengthens. If the crack, however, reaches the edge of your windshield, it’s no longer a matter of casual convenience to replace the glass, but an urgent priority. Glass cracks that extend to the edge of the surface area compromise the seal of the window and will not withstand normal impact, vibrations, or temperature flexing. If the crack is nearing the edge of the glass in any direction, it’s time to schedule an immediate window replacement service.
Any glass damage that obstructs your vision, no matter how minor, should be replaced as soon as possible. Whether or not the glass is compromised to an unsafe level, any visual distractions or obstacles while driving are incredibly dangerous. This doesn’t just apply to a driver’s side windshield crack, but also includes back windshields and side windows as well. Take a look through your damaged window in a regular driving scenario, including attempting to back up, change lanes, and various light levels. Take note that glares on very bright days and limited visibility in San Francisco’s sea mist fog and regular dusk or night driving can change how window damage affects your ability to see through the windows effectively.
Cracks caused by an impact that looks like Hulk smashed your window should be replaced without delay. These kinds of cracks are common when rocks, balls, or other objects collide with your car’s window. A bull’s eye crack is a deep breath away from shattering. If you’ve got high-quality window tint installed, your window may be protected from splintering and scattering when it shatters, but your entire window could collapse at any moment. Avoid damage to your interior or to leaving your car vulnerable and book your window replacement today.
Your car’s front and rear windshield are more than just glass. They have defrosting strips, sensors, and cameras that can be affected by a glass break. All newer luxury vehicles come equipped with an advanced driver assistance safety system (ADAS) that includes a forward-facing camera and/or sensor in the windshield. When your windshield is damaged, your ADAS system and overall vehicle security and safety are compromised. Don’t let a glass break put you at further risk, book your car window replacement ASAP.
If the damage to your vehicle’s glass includes pieces missing, even small shards, it is a sure sign that you are due for a replacement. Glass that is missing chips is more fragile and runs the risk of causing bigger problems. Missing chunks of glass mean that the broken area is thinner and does not have the strength to keep the environment or potential thieves out of your car. Don’t wait for tragedy to strike twice, get your glass replaced now.
When your car’s presentation matters to you, any window damage is a good reason to have the glass replaced. You didn’t invest in a new Tesla and a house with a garage only to drive around with an unflattering damaged window. If you have to take the broken window into consideration while parking to avoid putting the damage on display, it’s time to call your local Tesla window replacement shop and get the problem corrected.
If you’re searching for answers to whether or not your car’s window should be replaced, chances are, it should be. At Jet Black Tint, we make it as easy and convenient for you as possible. We are able to offer same-day service for in-stock window replacement and can get most windows within a day or two. If your car’s windows are chipped, cracked, or broken, find your nearest Jet Black Tint and schedule your glass replacement today!