Windshield Replacement Batavia IL – Reliable Auto Body
Affordable, Professional Windshield Replacement and Repair
A chipped or cracked windshield on your vehicle is more than just an annoyance – it’s also a safety hazard. In the event the windshield on your car, truck, SUV or RV is damaged, you’ll need expert replacement or repair ASAP. Reliable Auto Body is here to help. Our trained, experienced Windshield Replacement Batavia IL service technicians will have you back on the road safely in no time.
In many cases, chipped windshields are repairable. However, when chips are more than one inch in diameter, it typically requires Windshield Replacement Batavia IL to protect the safety of the vehicle’s occupants and the general structural integrity of the glass. A replacement of the windshield is also likely necessary if the damaged section prevents the driver from seeing the road clearly.
When determining if you’ll need to get Windshield Replacement Batavia IL, the factors to consider include:
- -Location. A crack that runs all the way to the edge usually indicates the need to replace the windshield because of the likelihood the crack will continue spreading. Also, cracks or chips that obstruct the driver’s vision mean Windshield Replacement Batavia IL is necessary.
- -Size. There are exceptions on occasion, but chips that are wider than one inch across may necessitate windshield replacement.
- -The timespan. If you wait too long to get a chipped windshield fixed, it becomes more likely that dirt and road grime will start to accumulate inside the chip. Consequently, that can make it difficult to successfully repair the glass, making Windshield Replacement Batavia IL the safer option.
- The windshield service technicians at Reliable Auto Body understand how important prompt windshield replacement is to the integrity of your vehicle and your safety. Members of our staff will evaluate the damage to your vehicle and recommend whether to replace or repair your windshield.
The Windshield Replacement Batavia IL Process
If you’re noticing that your vehicle’s windshield is fogging up between the glass panes or there are simply cracks on the glass, don’t hesitate to schedule a service appointment at Reliable Auto Body. Replacing a windshield is a fairly straightforward procedure. It typically takes one to two hours to finish. However. we recommend waiting for at least an hour before driving the vehicle. The steps involved in windshield replacement include:
- -Remove the trim. The initial step in replacing a vehicle’s windshield is to take off the old trim that holds the damaged windshield in position. It’s comparable to removing the caulk around a window in your home in order to replace it. Service techs frequently will apply a razor to remove the trim to loosen the windshield.
- -Removing the windshield. After taking out the old trim, the windshield is lifted away from the vehicle. Large, durable suction cups may be used to lift the windshield out, which helps to ensure it doesn’t break.
- -Cleaning, preparation of the pinch weld. After lifting out the windshield, the next step is to clean the pinch weld, which is the gap in between the glass and the body of the vehicle that holds the edge of the windshield. Dirt, grime and old urethane can all collect in this gap over time. It’s important to clean the gap before installing the new windshield to ensure a secure fit.
- -Apply urethane. Next, it’s time to apply urethane along the edges of the weld. Urethane functions as adhesive that keeps the windshield securely in position.
- -Installing the replacement windshield. The final step is to carefully install the new windshield on your vehicle. Once correctly in position, it is set into place, usually with suction cups. Once the urethane starts to set, the suction cups can be taken off. The curing process can vary based upon the weather and the kind of urethane that’s used. Most vehicles are ready to go in around an hour after installation.
