Many vehicles have a rear window defroster, sensor or other technology installed. When repairing or reinstalling a rear window with these technologies, our expert staff can work around it and make sure that everything works once a repair or reinstall is complete.
OEM (or original equipment manufacturer) auto glass is made by the same company that manufactured the vehicle's original glass. A replacement OEM windshield will provide the same safety and structural integrity as the original.
Did you know that auto glass technicians need to wear gloves when installing or replacing a windshield or other glass? Otherwise, the grease from their hands can prevent the adhesives from bonding correctly.
If you have a classic or antique car that you are restoring, and the vent wing glass is broken, professional replacement ensures a proper and secure fit. Each make and model has a specific size, and matching it is one of our services.
Car makers such as Ford and Reo offered windshields as optional features on their cars prior to 1915. In 1915, Oldsmobile became the first dealership to sell a car with a windshield as standard equipment.
Auto glass repair or replacement is important, as your windshield and other windows play an important role in your overall safety. They not only keep you inside the vehicle in an accident, but also retain the roof’s rigidity in a rollover and allow the air bags to protect passengers when deployed.
Early versions of laminated glass were made using a layer of tree resin or cellulose sandwiched between two panes. Unfortunately, these materials were inclined to darken and discolor over time, which was unattractive and reduced visibility.
“Automotive glass, especially the windshield, has become an important part of the safety envelope of your vehicle. Proper automotive glass replacement is important to maintain the structural integrity and safety features of the vehicle.” (Safewindshield.org)
In 1938, Carleton Ellis invented the first crystal-clear synthetic resin, called PVB (polyvinyl butyral). Because it did not discolor, retained its clarity over time and helped block UV rays, it was the ideal material for laminated windshields.
Did you know that your windshield is tied to the functionality of passenger airbags? If your windshield is chipped or cracked, it could keep the airbags from protecting your passengers as it should, so be sure to have any problems repaired promptly.
If dirt and debris get into a crack or chip on your windshield, it can be more difficult to repair. You can avoid this by putting a piece of clear tape over the damage as temporary protection until it’s repaired.
Windshields, as their name implies, shield you from wind. But did you know they also support airbag function and protection from debris and the elements?
Dealing with an emergency? Because auto glass can be damaged any time of the day or night, many auto glass installers offer round the clock repair and installation services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Safety glass was patented in 1909 by Edouard Benedictus, who took two layers of safety glass and put cellulose nitrate between them to strengthen the glass.
National safety regulations required that auto glass provide minimum levels of safety. In 1966, all U.S. passenger cars were required to have laminated windshields that were three times stronger than the windshields of the early 1900s.
In the 1990s, windshields included tiny microsensors that activated the windshield wipers whenever rain was detected on the windshield. The microsensors could also adjust the speed of the wipers based on the intensity of the rain.
Restoration is one of the best ways to revitalize glass and preserve the integrity of classic cars. Because each manufacturer and period featured a distinctive type of glass, reproduction parts are functional but a less than ideal solution.
One major danger posed by a damaged windshield is that this can obstruct the driver’s view of the road. Even a small crack or chip can decrease your visibility and prove to be a distraction.
Window and windshield chip and crack repairs are very affordable. Many insurances even cover the cost, so repair might not even cost you anything out of your pocket. Call in to see how we can help!
