Unexpected glass repairs can be expensive, especially when a seemingly small issue is left to grow into a potentially costly repair.
Many of the most common causes of windshield damage are outside of the driver’s control. Instances such as harsh weather events like hail, or high winds that pick up debris can wreak havoc on a car windshield. Though a person is always encouraged to exercise caution, vandalism is still a common cause of damage that is outside of the car owner’s control. Additionally, roadside debris and or even a neighborhood ball game can pose as unexpected threats to a car’s windshield and windows.
Regardless of the cause, however, a chipped windshield, despite not seeming like a big deal initially, may grow to become one as that small chip can spread into a significant crack over time, forcing the car owner to have it replaced.
But chipped glass isn’t just inconvenient, driving with a damaged window or windshield can be dangerous, too. A cracked windshield may act as a distraction for drivers, as well as affect the structural integrity of the vehicle. Windshields offer protection to drivers in the event of a collision, however, a damaged windshield is unable to withstand further impact, this means that should the driver find his or herself in an accident, the windshield would likely give out and cause injury.
Anyone driving with a cracked or damaged windshield should be proactive about their safety and seek auto glass repair services in their area.
SIR Auto Glass & Calibration has a trained staff of professionals that provide quality Auto Glass Replacement in Gresham OR and has done so for ten years. In addition to providing windshield repair and replacement, they also repair and replace side and back glass windows, as well as provide mobile services at no extra charge to the customer. All services are performed safely and efficiently and can be trusted to get drivers back out on the road in no time. Visit SIR Auto Glass & Calibration for more information.
