Auto glass repair can be time-consuming, and it is never something anyone wants to have to deal with. However, if you have a broken piece of glass on your car or truck, getting it fixed is important. There are several options for getting the glass in your vehicle fixed, and if you need it done right away, most shops offer express service if you need it.
Standard Repair
Auto glass repair is, more often than not, done in a shop by a certified and trained auto glass technician. The majority of repairs involve the car's windshield, but side windows and even the rear window are sometimes broken and need to be replaced. Repairing the glass is sometimes possible for the laminated windshield and rear window, but the side glass is not made the same way, so damage to it typically means that the glass is broken and a new piece will need to be installed. If the windshield is cracked or damaged, you will need to take the car to the glass shop and have the tech evaluate the damage to determine if they can fix it for you or if the glass will require replacement.
Mobile Repair
Many auto glass shops offer mobile glass repair and repairs in their shop, so if you have a hectic schedule that makes it hard to get to the shop during business hours, you may want to consider having the shop come to you. The technician will come to your location and make the required repairs there. For instance, if you are going to have the glass changed while working, you may want to check with your employer to ensure that the tech will be allowed to enter the parking area and do the work onsite. Some businesses are concerned about liability risks and may not let the repair take place on the property, so you will need to find somewhere to park close by that allows the tech to make the repairs.
Insurance Coverage
The cost of replacing other windows on your car or truck can be high, and making sure your insurance covers the work is often essential. The auto glass company you are working with can submit the claim to the insurance company for you, but if the co-payment to the insurance company on your plan is large enough, you may be better off to pay for the repairs out of pocket.
Talk to the glass company about the cost of the repair and check with your insurance company to determine the coverage that you have before you book the repair so that you are clear on what the cost is going to be.
