Windshield repair in Boise, ID
Some windshield damage can be repaired without replacing the glass. Here's how to tell what might apply to your vehicle.
Repair versus replacement
Repair injects a clear resin into the damaged area to stabilize it and reduce the chance of it spreading. The original windshield stays in place. Replacement is used when the damage is too extensive or too badly placed for repair.
Chip and crack situations that are commonly assessed
Often considered for repair
- Small bullseye or star-shaped chips
- Short cracks that haven't started running
- Damage away from the edges of the glass
Often pointing toward replacement
- Long or spreading cracks
- Damage in the driver's direct view
- Damage at the edge of the windshield
Why damage should be assessed promptly
Dirt and moisture can work into an open chip, and temperature swings and road vibration can cause it to spread. Getting it looked at early keeps more options open. Not every chip or crack can be repaired, even when caught early.
What helps determine whether repair may work
- Approximate size of the chip or length of the crack
- Where it is on the glass (driver's side, center, near the edge)
- How long ago it happened and whether it has grown
- Vehicle year, make and model
Limits of remote diagnosis
A description over the phone helps set expectations, but the final repair or replace decision needs someone to inspect the glass directly.
When replacement may be considered instead
If a crack is long or spreading, sits at the edge of the glass, or is directly in the driver's view, repair may not be appropriate. See windshield replacement for what that involves.
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.
- 3
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.