Rock chip repair in Boise
Gravel and debris kicked up on busy roads are a common cause of windshield chips. Here's what to know once you've got one.
Common types of windshield chips
- Bullseye — a round, cone-shaped mark.
- Star break — short cracks radiating from the impact point.
- Combination — a bullseye with small cracks around it.
- Pit — a small missing piece of the outer glass surface.
Why chips can get worse
Glass expands and contracts with temperature. Cold mornings, hot afternoons, running a defroster on cold glass, road vibration and moisture in the chip can all put stress on the damaged area and cause it to run into a crack.
Why a prompt inspection helps
A chip that hasn't spread is more likely to be a repair candidate. Repair is meant to stabilize the damage; it won't necessarily make it invisible and can't guarantee the glass never cracks later.
Information and photos to share
- A close-up of the chip with a coin next to it for scale
- A wider photo showing where it sits on the windshield
- When it happened and whether it has changed since
Online photo upload isn't available yet; describe the damage in the form or mention you have photos when you call.
When replacement may be considered instead
If the chip has already spread into a long crack, sits in the driver's direct view, is at the glass edge, or there are several chips, replacement may be the more appropriate option.
Limits of remote assessment
Photos and a description help set expectations, but depth, hidden cracking and exact size can only be confirmed by inspecting the glass in person.
What happens after you request service
You'll be contacted by the contact method you choose to discuss your vehicle and the damage. Sending a request or calling does not by itself confirm an appointment, a price or a repair-versus-replace decision; those are confirmed directly with you.
What happens when you get in touch
- 1
Call or send your details
Tell us your vehicle's year, make and model and what happened to the glass. A rough description is fine.
- 2
Get your questions answered
Talk through whether a repair or a replacement makes sense, and ask anything you're unsure about.
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Arrange a time that suits you
Nothing is booked until you agree to it. You decide if and when to go ahead.
Ready to have your glass looked at?
A quick call is usually the easiest way to find out what your glass needs. Have your vehicle details handy, or send them online and you'll be contacted by your preferred method.