Car Windscreen – Inspection & Costs

by Deepika Singh Writer An automotive windshield is a safety component that provides several functional benefits. The windshield acts as a barrier against rain, debris, wind etc. Additionally, it provides support to the roof of the car that provides extra safety during rollover accidents. Finally, the airbags and their functionality depend on the windshield as well.

If the windscreen incurs damage, all the aforementioned functionalities are compromised. In such an event you must pay your car’s, let’s say Santro Xing front glass price for a replacement. For the same reasons, you must constantly check it for damage. Don’t forget to talk to your insurance agent about claims according to the policy you own.

Inspection & Cleaning

First and foremost, windshield ought to be cleaned on a regular basis with high-quality products. Ammonia based products are detrimental to the windshield’s quality and should be avoided at all times. Follow these steps to inspect the windshield thoroughly:

1. Look at the windscreen from the inside and outside. If you find small chips on the windshield, they might be repairable depending on the size and location. If the chips are bigger, windshield replacement is the only option.

2. Windshield pitting is another reason for decreased visibility through the front glass. Pitting is a result of smart particles repeatedly hitting the windshield. When lights hit the pitted glass, it can bother the driver and significantly reduce the visibility. The only way to get rid of pitting is a replacement.

3. The most important area of the windscreen is the edges. Any damage on the edges means that the windshield might break or be subject to damage with the slightest of impacts, thereby possibly leading to accidents.

4. Finally, the windshield wipers should be in a good condition as damaged or worn out wipers can easily damage the windshield. Therefore, get the worn our rubber replaced every 6 months or a year.

Related Costs

The cost of the job will depend on whether the glass is repairable or not. It is only obvious that a replacement costs much more than a repair job. If the damage is in the form of chips, they may be repaired in the following circumstances:

• The number of chips on the glass is 3 or less
• The extent of the chips is no bigger than a regular coin
• The chip doesn’t penetrate both the layers of the windscreen
• The damage is not in the line of sight of the driver

If the damage exceeds these limits, you must inquire about the Santro front glass price and get a replacement right away to avoid the potential accidents due to reduced visibility.  Finally, it is advisable to hire windshield replacement or repair professionals who provide warranty on their glass and workmanship.

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Created on Dec 27th 2018 06:48. Viewed 427 times.

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