Typically, a windshield repair can be completed in about 30 minutes to an hour. This includes the time needed for the resin to cure and harden fully.
Repair involves using a clear resin to fill chips or cracks that are not extensive, while replacement involves removing the entire windshield and installing a new one. Replacement is necessary when the damage is severe, large, or obstructs the driver’s view.
Yes, it’s important to repair even small chips or cracks as they can spread and compromise the structural integrity of the windshield. Changes in temperature and driving over bumps can cause the damage to worsen rapidly.
Windshield damage such as chips smaller than a quarter and cracks up to three inches long can often be repaired. The success of the repair depends on the depth, size, and location of the damage. Damage in the driver’s line of sight or at the edge of the windshield may require replacement due to safety concerns.