Bullseye or chip - what should I do
Are you unsure what to do when your windshield suffers a chip or a crack? For more information, please continue reading here.
A chip impact on your car's windshield is almost unavoidable at some point. Fortunately, there are good tips for what to do if this happens to you.First and foremost, it is important that you repair the chip damage as soon as possible, as you risk a further developing of the damage. In the worst-case scenario, the entire windshield could break, and it is much more expensive to pay for a whole new windshield than to get it repaired in the first place.Cover the chip crack
If you suffer a crack on your windshield after a chip impact, cover it as soon as possible. This will prevent moisture or dirt from entering the hole. If there is moisture or dirt in the crack, then it can not be repaired, and you will need a completely new windshield. Use an adhesive to cover the damage. If you do not have windshield adhesive, you can use a sticker or plain tape.The windshield should be replaced when…
If the chip crack is larger than 3 mm in diameter and is placed right on your vision field, then the window should be changed if the car is to go through the next vehicle inspection. It is possible to repair a cracks that are larger than 3 mm in diameter, but they must be outside your vision field and do not restrict it.
Contact Carglass
Carglass can repair your chipped or change cracked windshield at your residence or workplace. You do not need to take the car to the workshop. Carglass only needs a time frame of four hours to perform the work; eg from 12.00 to 16.00. Once repaired, the windshield gets its full strength again and there is a repair warranty. Carglass only uses OE-approved glass for replacement, and the price you pay includes possible calibration of the new windshield.
Cover the chip crack
If you suffer a crack on your windshield after a chip impact, cover it as soon as possible. This will prevent moisture or dirt from entering the hole. If there is moisture or dirt in the crack, then it can not be repaired, and you will need a completely new windshield. Use an adhesive to cover the damage. If you do not have windshield adhesive, you can use a sticker or plain tape.The windshield should be replaced when…
If the chip crack is larger than 3 mm in diameter and is placed right on your vision field, then the window should be changed if the car is to go through the next vehicle inspection. It is possible to repair a cracks that are larger than 3 mm in diameter, but they must be outside your vision field and do not restrict it.Contact Carglass
Carglass can repair your chipped or change cracked windshield at your residence or workplace. You do not need to take the car to the workshop. Carglass only needs a time frame of four hours to perform the work; eg from 12.00 to 16.00. Once repaired, the windshield gets its full strength again and there is a repair warranty. Carglass only uses OE-approved glass for replacement, and the price you pay includes possible calibration of the new windshield.
- You can reach Carglass® by phone 43 22 98 61 between 7.30 and 17.00 (on weekdays).
- Your customer advisors help you solve your problem.
- You can also book a time online or drive by the nearest Carglass.
- Carglass offers you an excellent price if you need to repair a chipped and cracked windshield.
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Cover the chip crack
The windshield should be replaced when…
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