Why is Windshield Replacement of a Car Important

When it comes to car maintenance, the windshield is often ignored, and drivers don’t tend to think much of it. This is very surprising considering the driver is looking through the windshield for most of the time! It’s common to see cars with small cracks and chips in the windshield, which many think won’t matter much as it doesn’t affect their field of view. However, even a small crack or chip can have a lasting impact on the windshield itself, and it’s imperative that it’s repaired as soon as possible. At General Auto Glass, we provide some of the best auto glass repair and auto glass replacements in Markham and the GTA. Read more below on why you should aim to fix your windshield as soon as possible. 

A Small Crack Can Quickly Turn Into An Expensive Replacement

Even the smallest crack or chip in the windshield can affect the structural integrity of the windshield. In case of an accident with another car, wildlife or building, the windshield can easily fully break if there is a small crack in the windshield. This can lead to serious injury as the windshield is one of the main components of a car that protects you from the outside. In addition, heat and rapid temperature change can worsen the crack and lead to the entire windshield getting damaged even if idle. Most windshield repairs can take less than an hour and be fairly inexpensive, but full windshield replacements can take up to a few hours and are much more costly. Contact MRM to repair your windshield before it turns more costly. 

The Damage Could Lead To A Fine

Driving with a damaged windshield is against the law, and you could face a fine if seen by a police officer. Although some chips are hard to notice and do not affect the field of view, the crack can elongate and damage the entire windshield, causing any officer in the area to focus on you. It’s best to pay a small cost to repair your windshield now rather than face a potential fine and more costly repair. 

Your Safety Is Compromised

As mentioned above, the windshield is one of the main car components which protects you from the outside, including the wind, debris and, in case of an accident, preventing you and your passengers from being ejected outside. My driving with a windshield with a crack and compromised structural integrity, your safety is compromised whenever you’re driving. Contact MRM and act now to protect yourself and passengers from an accident. 

At General Auto Glass, Our Repair Is Fast And Affordable

At General Auto Glass, our repair and replacement process is cost-effective and fast. We provide the best prices in the region, use the top quality products for all of our products and provide mobile services to our customers in the region. Most of our repairs take about 30 minutes to complete, and full replacements can often be completed in 3 hours or less.

If you’re looking to repair your windshield and protect yourself from accidents and fines, contact us at General Auto Glass for the best windshield repair services in the region!