Auto glass repair 101

When it comes to performance, your auto glass plays a pretty important part. After all, it keeps the outside OUT of your car's cabin, keeps you comfortable no matter the weather, and protects you and your passengers from dirt, grime, and road debris every single time you hit the highway. That's why it's so essential to repair damage to your auto glass quickly. If you don't, you're running the risk of further damage to your car and injury to yourself and your passengers. Toyota of Orlando is here to explain the ins and outs of auto glass repair with the help of techs from our Certified Collision Center!

Auto glass damage: How does it happen? 

Although it may seem sturdy, it's actually pretty easy to sustain damage to the auto glass in your Orlando Toyota (unfortunately). Usually, this damage happens when road debris (like a rock) flies up and hits the glass, or when you get into an accident or collision. Either way, the damage usually starts on the top level of the glass, chipping it and weakening its structural integrity. From there, with the right pressure, it can crack outward (sort of like a spiderweb), weakening the glass even further and putting both you and your passengers at risk of injury. 

That's why it's key to address auto glass repair as soon as possible. The last thing you want is your windshield collapsing inward, showering you with glass. But how do you know if you need auto glass repair or if you need to replace that section of glass altogether? Here are some quick rules to go by: 

• If the damage is smaller than a quarter and doesn't have cracks spiderwebbing out of it, then you should be able to get auto glass repair. (However, this may leave a blemish in the glass - if that bothers you, then you should discuss auto glass replacement as an option with your insurance carrier.)
• If the damage is larger than a dollar or has spiderwebbing cracks, then you'll likely need a replacement (this is typical of damage like this on a windshield). 

How to repair this type of damage on your Orlando Toyota

In either case, you should contact your insurance company to get the ball rolling. Did you know that in the state of Florida your auto glass repair or replacement is covered by insurance? You won't even have to pay toward a deductible - it'll be absolutely free under state law. You definitely want to use your car insurance, too, because chips can cost upwards of $100 to fix while replacement glass can be anywhere north of $400. 

You will, however, have to file a claim with your insurance company to make it happen. And the best news? You can get repairs done at our Orlando Toyota Certified Collision Center with our qualified, reliable techs so you can safely hit the road again in no time. 

Have questions or need auto glass repairs in Orlando? Call us! Toyota of Orlando's Collision Center is open and waiting to help at (407) 298-6006 and we're conveniently located just off I-4 across from Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.