Monday, August 8, 2016

The question is not whether or not you will have a chip in your windshield, the question is when!

Glass claims here in Arizona are as common as scorpions. With our dusty and rocking environment, the question is not whether or not you will have a chip in your windshield, the question is when!

Most insurance companies give you the option of picking your own glass company. My suggestion, is that if you have a chip or crack in your windshield, contact your agent. They will help you determine the best place to get it fixed. Here are some suggestions to help you.

  • Refrain from using "car wash" glass companies. You want to deal with a glass company that will back your repair with a 100% guarantee and will be there if you need them. 
  • If you are offered a cash incentive to use a glass company, than buyer beware. There is usually a reason they have to offer you a cash incentive to use their services.
  • All glass companies are not created equal. You want to pick a glass company that does a complete job, such as replacing the rubber molding, not just putting a new windshield. Replacing the rubber molding the glass fits into helps make a more complete seal and eliminating wind noises.
  • I always like referrals from such sources as Angie's List, Yelp (4 star reviews) and personal friends. Hint, you can also ask your agent where they get their windshields repaired. 



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