Automotive Glass Repair & Replacement in Timmins, ON

Driving a vehicle with a damaged windshield is unpleasant, making it difficult to see the road ahead clearly. The windshield is also a structural part of your vehicle’s chassis, so you will need to repair it promptly or replace it if necessary to ensure your vehicle is structurally sound. Contact us at James Toyota to ask us any questions about your vehicle’s windshield and how we can be of further service in repairing or replacing it.

Causes of Glass Cracks and Chips

A windshield chip will inevitably happen when driving, often on highways or rural areas with gravel roads. However, it’s possible to reduce the risk of chipping your windshield by giving traffic ahead some distance to reduce the likelihood of a flying rock hitting your windshield. Common causes of glass cracks and chips include the following:

  • Rock chips
  • Sudden change in temperature
  • Improper windshield repair or installation
  • Severe weather conditions
  • Large potholes
  • Accidents

Automotive Glass Repair & Replacement Process

Glass Repair

Depending on the severity of the crack or chip on a vehicle’s windshield, it might be possible to repair it using a special adhesive that seals the damage and becomes transparent when dry. Those types of repairs are possible when the crack has not spread yet or if the chip is within a reasonable size, making it possible to perform the repair without compromising the windshield’s integrity. If your vehicle has a small crack or chip on the windshield glass, be quick to book an appointment for the repair, especially during the colder months, as that can cause the damage to worsen overnight.

Glass Replacement

Although repairs are typically the cheaper route for windshield cracks and chips, sometimes a replacement is the better option, as the repair may not be possible or could cause safety concerns. For that type of damage, a windshield replacement is best, providing peace of mind that a new windshield will be installed that will seal properly, won’t leak, and will support the vehicle’s structural integrity in a rollover accident.

Book a Glass Repair or Replacement Appointment at James Toyota

Small chips can also turn into cracks, so don’t delay getting your windshield repaired, as it can lead to needing a complete replacement. During the colder months, when temperatures change rapidly overnight, your windshield chip will have a much higher chance of turning into a large crack. Call us to book an appointment to repair your windshield immediately and enjoy complete peace of mind. If your vehicle’s windshield isn’t repairable, we can help you source a replacement and install it promptly to get you safely driving back on the road.