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Modern technology allow for windshield repairs to be conducted in many common situations that occur for every driver. It’s a bit out of the ordinary as some drivers go their entire life without ever having a damaged windshield, but common enough that you probably know somebody who has had a repair performed in the past. Outside of repairs, some cases simply require a full replacement, or at times it may make more sense to do the replacement than attempt repairs.
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It can be very confusing to get a quote for something like auto glass -- after all, how can you even know how much it's supposed to cost? The best way to get a firmer footing in this situation is to request multiple quotes from different auto glass companies, but then you also need to know how to compare them. Here are a few things that you should look for when comparing your quotes from at least a few companies.
We understand you have choices when it comes to auto glass repair in the Minneapolis, St Paul, Twin Cities Metropolitan area. In spite of our name, Only 1 Auto Glass is not the only auto glass installer in the region. But when you look at how we conduct business, from free our estimates to our warranty, you can see why so many choose Only 1 Glass repair.
It starts with free in-shop or online estimates. Our service is performed by an experienced team with over 200 years of combined experience. We have 15 locations throughout the metro and even have mobile glass experts who can come to your location. In addition, we are an Accredited Business of the Better Business Bureau. We are members of the National Glass Association and are a registered company of the Auto Glass Safety Council. We are an employee-owned company with a commitment to your satisfaction. Perhaps one of the most critical reasons we continue to grow is our warranty.
You may not pay much attention to the automotive glass in your vehicle. It is, after all, easy to see through and easy to ignore. That is, of course, until you need an auto glass repair, auto glass replacement or rock chip repair. Glass has long been a valuable way to add style for manufacturers. Automakers have often tried to distinguish themselves from competitors by using glass as a more focal point of design. Here are some examples of where auto designers used glass to separate themselves from the pack.
Modern windshields have developed through the years to provide excellent visibility and protection. Windshields are more complex than some give them credit for. They need to have the flexibility to absorb the shocks of a moving car while providing rigid support for the vehicle's roof. These characteristics are built into the manufacturing process. Here are the seven basic steps in making a modern windshield.
It is interesting to note that the laminated safety glass was invented by “accident”. Frenchman, Édouard Bénédictus, discovered the process initially when he broke a flask in his shop, but was stunned when it didn't shatter. He ultimately realized the flask had contained plastic cellulose nitrate at one time which worked as a “glue” keeping the shattered glass together. While this happy “accident' occurred in 1903, he didn't obtain a patent for his laminated glass until 1909, and it wasn't until almost 20 years later, in 1927, that laminated safety glass began being used in automobile windshields.
Your car's windshield is one of the most important components in keeping you safe. A windshield that is cracked or needs repairs could become a safety hazard. For example, if you are in accident, the result could be that dangerous shards of glass fly everywhere. In fact, if the integrity of the windshield is compromised enough, an incident as benign as an animal resting on it, snowing piling up on it or hail hitting it just right could be the trigger that shatters it when you least expect it. When getting your windshield repaired, you expect it to be installed correctly. Sometimes that does not always happen, though. Here are a few ways to determine if your windshield has been installed incorrectly.
While a lot of people consider themselves as the Do-it—yourself type, there are some things that should be left to professionals and auto glass repair and/or auto glass replacement is one of those things.
Discovering that tiny chip or crack in your windshield is never a cause for celebration. It is also not the type of problem that you should just put off thinking about until another time. While it is easy to do so in today's fast-paced and busy world, the longer it is put off and not dealt with, the more serious -- and even unsafe -- it might become. Knowing the steps that you need to take can give you an action plan to follow and make it easier to get this task taken care of in a timely manner.
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.
If you have any questions regarding your windshield repair needs? Would you like a free estimate? Please don’t hesitate to call us today at 651.789.1111 or Email Us and we will be happy to assist you.