Posted on 2/14/2022 4:02 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
So you’re dealing with your first damaged windshield? Then there are a few things you’ll need to know to ensure you handle the repair or replacement properly. At Only 1 Auto Glass, we’ve repaired and replaced thousands of windshields for Twin Cities drivers, and over the years, we’ve seen quite a few first-timers. Below, we’re covering some of the most common auto glass questions we’ve received to help you understand what to expect.
Posted on 1/10/2022 4:02 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
Does your side window whine in protest each time you roll it up or down? Or maybe your finicky window doesn’t whine but instead drags itself sluggishly along its track? If you’re dealing with either of these issues, you may need an auto glass repair specialist to fix your faulty window. But before you head to your local auto glass repair shop, why not see if you can quickly fix the problem yourself?
Posted on 11/29/2021 4:35 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
When your windshield suffers an irreparable crack, must you opt for brand-new auto glass? If you own a popular vehicle model, there are plenty of salvage yards where you can find a replacement windshield for a fraction of the price you’d pay for a new one. But should you take that route? Is it safe to put a used windshield on your car or truck? Read on to find out.
Posted on 11/22/2021 4:30 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
Did you know an improperly installed windshield could detach from your vehicle during a collision or interfere with proper airbag deployment? It’s true — and if that happens, you and your passengers are at risk for severe injury.
Posted on 10/11/2021 4:31 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
If you’re like most vehicle owners, you don’t worry about your auto glass very often. And if you’re like some vehicle owners, you don’t even worry about your windshield when you can clearly see glaring cracks or chips. But ignoring damaged auto glass could seriously endanger your and your passengers’ safety. To protect yourself and anyone who rides in your vehicle, if head to an auto glass repair shop if you ever notice any of the issues below.
Posted on 9/27/2021 4:03 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
Dealing with a rear windshield that’s damaged beyond repair? Then you’re probably wondering how much a rear windshield replacement is likely to cost you. Unfortunately, that’s a tough question to answer since rear window glass replacement costs depend on a variety of factors and they’re different for every vehicle.
Posted on 9/20/2021 4:59 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
If your windshield suffers a crack or rock chip while you’re traveling, you may not have time to get auto glass repairs right away. But you can’t just let a cracked windshield sit or there’s a high likelihood the crack will grow larger, potentially beyond the point of repair. Ultimately, you may end up needing a total windshield replacement if the damage spreads too far.
Posted on 9/6/2021 4:50 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
Always in a hurry to get ice off your windshield before you head to work? Then it’s time you learn how to get rid of that ice as fast as possible. Chipping away at it with only a scraper isn’t just time consuming and inefficient; it’s downright frustrating and sometimes, even ineffective. Fortunately, there are a couple of highly effective ways to eliminate windshield ice quickly, and you can learn all about them below.
Posted on 8/23/2021 4:51 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
If your vehicle has ever had a windshield replacement, it’s critical that you know whether the new windshield was correctly installed. Click to learn how to tell if your existing windshield is protecting your safety.
Posted on 7/26/2021 4:41 AM By Only 1 Auto Glass
Would you be able to recognize a sandblasted windshield if you have one? If not, you’re definitely not alone. Most drivers aren’t aware they have a sandblasted windshield even when it’s staring them right in the face. And if you’re one of those drivers, you should know that driving with this type of auto glass damage is hazardous.