Mobile Glass Repair: How It Works

When our windshield gets damaged, tons of things run through our minds, but the first thing we need to think about is getting that damage repaired as soon as possible. Small chips and cracks can be repaired, but they can also spread fast, so the quicker you repair your windshield, the less likely it is that you’ll have to replace the entire windshield.

Who has time to take the car or truck into the shop, though? Not many of us. Between work, family, and our social lives, where do you find the time to take your vehicle into the auto glass shop to have that windshield repaired?

Mobile Auto Glass Repair Comes to You

That’s right. You don’t have to worry about setting aside time to sit in an auto glass shop. Instead, you can schedule mobile glass service to come to you—whether you’re at work, at home, or even on the side of the road.

Mobile glass repair offers vehicle owners an extra level of convenience. If you’re too busy to get that damaged windshield into a shop, mobile auto glass services come to you, allowing the technician to work on your vehicle while you go about your day with an uninterrupted schedule.

How Does Mobile Auto Glass Repair Work?

1. Contact the Mobile Auto Glass Service

After you’ve done your due diligence and vetted auto glass companies, contact the mobile auto glass company you’ve selected. One of the best ways to evaluate a company’s reputation is by checking Yelp or Google Reviews.

2. Make an Appointment

When you contact your chosen auto glass company, schedule an appointment that works best for you. The repair process for a windshield typically takes less than an hour, which is why many people choose to schedule service while they’re at work or at home.

3. On Appointment Day

All you need to do on appointment day is have your vehicle ready by the scheduled time. “Ready” means making sure the mobile auto glass technician has access to your vehicle’s windshield so they can perform the repair easily.

4. Preparation

The technician will prepare your windshield for repair by first assessing the damage. They’ll ensure the damage is repairable and not interfering with any ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) technology. Next, they’ll clean the damaged area to get it ready for the repair.

5. Repair

Once the dust and debris are removed from the damaged area, the technician will inject it with a special resin. Then, they’ll cure the resin with a UV light. Once the resin is dry, the technician will polish it until the damage is nearly invisible.

6. Final Inspection

Before they leave, the technician will inspect their work to ensure the repair is top quality. At this point, they may also give you special care instructions to help avoid future damage to your windshield.

Can All Windshield Damage Be Repaired?

No. You’ll likely need a full windshield replacement if the crack is longer than six inches, the chip is larger than a quarter, or the damage is on the edge of the windshield or in the driver’s line of sight. Luckily, mobile auto glass services can also perform replacements.

How Much Does Windshield Repair Cost?

Not all damage is the same, which is why it’s impossible to provide a specific quote without assessing the actual damage. However, windshield repair for most vehicles typically costs between $60 and $150.

Does Your Vehicle Have Windshield Damage in the Birmingham, AL Area?

If you live, work, or are passing through Hoover, Pelham, or Homewood, AL, and your windshield has suffered damage, contact us at Always Low Price Auto Glass. We offer both mobile and in-shop auto glass services, and we’ll even contact your insurance company to help speed up the claims process. Click here for a free quote!