Crack and chip repair on site!
As the auto glass experts, its Safelites task to conduct and share
industry-leading research to understand how glass damage could
impact the customer.
In windshield damage studies, they learned that stressors like
extreme temperatures, driving and fatigue will cause existing
windshield chips and cracks to spread quickly
Cold weather stress: In cold weather conditions, windshields
will develop a more concave shape. As a result, windshield chips
and dings are more likely to spread in a horizontal fashion.
Warm weather conditions: cause windshields chips to spread more
vertically. The same study conducted by MIRA suggested that the
heat itself distorts the shape of the windshield glass, which can
lead to cracking by itself. However, it was also found that the
cooling effect of the air conditioning unit is likely to set off a
crack. Driving and fatigue stress: like Driving over a speed bump,
pothole or other uneven terrain can cause a chip to crack. The
force radiates through the car and puts additional pressure on the
edges of the chip, which can quickly lead to a crack.
Although it is not possible to
suggest how long it will take for a chip to spread, the study
suggested that stressors like weather changes and simple driving
will eventually cause or lengthen a windshield crack, and as your
probably know, this is all true.
Getting a windshield repaired early can stop the damage from
spreading and prevent the need for a windshield replacement. This
service is performed on site at VAC by friendly and professional
staff.
Call us today for an estimate or schedule an appointment!