There are about 365,000 tons of road salt poured onto the roadways in and around the Minneapolis-St. Paul Twin Cities area through our cold weather season. That is a whopping 730 million pounds of the crystalline substance or nearly three-quarters of a billion pounds. That doesn’t include the sand that is also used through the area’s neighborhoods when temperatures get too low. Add to that the gravel that is unavoidably packed up under wheel wells that get dislodged as the snow and ice melt and you have a recipe that can lead to windshield rock chips. Every year thousands of rock chips damage area windshields. What can you do?

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Whenever you notice there is a imperfection in the glass of your car’s windshield you should take it to professional Auto Glass Installers and have it inspected. If you live in the Minneapolis, St Paul area your in luck because Only 1 Auto Glass has the best auto glass installers in the Twin Cities.

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It can be startling when it happens while you’re driving your car. It can be puzzling when you discover it when you are washing your car. It is that little windshield chip and it can come out of nowhere. They most often occur from a tiny stone kicked upped by a passing truck or car, but when they happen without your knowledge, it makes you wonder.

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Unlike the glass panes in your home's window frames, your car's windows and windshield must be able to withstand highway speeds and protect you from external conditions in very close quarters. They're responsible for your safety and visibility when you're behind the wheel, which is why it's so important to repair cracks and chips early. However, everyday demands aren't the biggest concern. The quality of your auto glass actually matters the most when it sustains irreparable damage.

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The moment you notice a crack or chip in your windshield, it's already time to act. Some windshield damage can be repaired with high-grade resin, which fills in the gaps and dries clear to maintain visibility, but this is only possible at the very earliest stages of the damage. Other cracks and chips require a full replacement, and they'll seriously compromise your safety until that happens.

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Those windshield rocks chips that randomly happen can certainly ruin your day. But you know what? At Only 1 Auto Glass we’ve got you covered. An auto glass chip repair is relatively inexpensive, especially when compared to a more expensive auto glass repair or a windshield replacement. The problem is, if you don’t get that inexpensive rock chip repaired it can easily turn into a more costly windshield repair …as in driving over a pothole or railroad tracks.

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Realizing that you need to have auto glass repaired or replaced can leave you with more questions than answers. Of course, you want to get it fixed as soon as possible so that it does not become a safety hazard but you might not know where to start looking for the best company to do the job. Below you will find the top ways to find the best auto glass repair company.

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Whether it is because of Mother Nature or a random individual who took a baseball bat to your windshield, you have likely experienced the scary feeling of seeing your auto glass shattered to pieces. If your auto glass has been damaged, it is crucial that you try to stay calm and keep your feelings of frustration, distress and anger on the back burner. Here is what you need to do in the event of an auto glass emergency.

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Your car's windshield and windows are very important components of its safety system. In the event of a car accident, the auto glass will help protect you as well as your passengers by helping to maintain the strength of the car's structure. Therefore, it is crucial that you are aware of and perform the various maintenance tasks that will help you prolong the life and improve the quality of your vehicle's auto glass.

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Auto glass mold is not extremely common, especially in climates like ours here in Minnesota. However, it can happen. This is particularly true if your vehicle is stored and is not driven for an extended period of time. Mold can begin to grow over time, which can prove to be harmful to you and your passengers.

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