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What You Need to Know about Chip Repairs
Here we are, once again, to explain the whole deal with chip repairs. You can take your car to an auto glass shop, like Adventure Auto Glass (shameless self-plug), when your windshield gets a rock chip. If you didn’t know, now you do and you can just repair your windshield instead of replacing it. HOWEVER,…
Read MoreExtreme Temperatures – Chips into Cracks Part 2
Have you ever put a piping hot glass pan into the sink and run cold water over it? If you’re like me, that’s happened too many times. This can happen to your windshield; not in the exact same way, but very similarly, especially in a hot state like Arizona. Heat expands materials, like the ones…
Read MoreExtreme Temperatures
Chips into Cracks Part 1 Have you ever put a glass mug of hot water in the freezer? I have, and it’s not fun. But that’s not what we’re interested in; what happens to the glass after it’s one extreme temperature and is exposed to the opposite extreme temperature? It cracks. This is essentially…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Laminated and Tempered Auto Glass
Why is the glass in your car different from the glass in your house or even the glass holding your drink? Laminated vs. Tempered There are a few different components that dictate which type of glass goes where, and I’m here to answer any questions you may have or tell you some interesting information you…
Read MoreWHAT GOES INTO A QUOTE FOR AN AUTO GLASS CLAIM
Adventure Auto Glass has signed contractual agreements with multiple insurance companies regarding set pricing for insured motorists for all auto glass claims. We are, what is considered, a preferred or “in-network” affiliate. All insurance pricing is negotiated at the corporate levels. If you do not have insurance coverage, we are happy to give you a…
Read MoreAll Chips Are Not Created (or Repaired) Equally.
The largest misconception regarding chips is that they will disappear once repair has been done on the chip. The sole purpose of a rock chip repair is to maintain the structural integrity of the windshield. Any aesthetic improvements are considered a bonus. A windshield is considered broken once it has a rock chip in it.…
Read MoreWhy Does “In Network” vs. “Out of Network” Matter to You
I know! I know! More auto glass talk….well, guess what? This is important. It matters because of the service you will receive. It’s your car. Do you trust just ANY mechanic? I thought not. Grab a cup of joe and get comfy. I promise I will make this as painless as possible. In Network: Auto…
Read MoreWhat is Up With Windshield Tint?
We get a lot of questions about tint on the windshield. Let’s break it down. Most windshields are made up of one of three colors: Blue, Green or Clear. If you look at your windshield (unless it’s a Jeep Wrangler) you will see that it is tinted slightly. If you look at the top six…
Read MoreBest Auto Glass Shop in Prescott Valley, Cottonwood, and Sedona
Best Auto Glass Shop in Prescott Valley, Cottonwood, and Sedona Best of the Best Auto Glass Shop in Prescott Valley! Best Auto Glass Repair from Reader’s Choice Sedona 2014! Congratulations to Adventure Auto Glass for winning Best of the Best Auto Glass Shot in Prescott Valley from Market Surveys! Adventure Auto Glass also won Best…
Read MoreIt’s HOT in Here: Auto Glass + Heat = Hot Mess!
Auto Glass + Heat = Hot Mess Why does that chip break out when it’s hot outside? Auto glass often cracks under extreme heat. Guess what? It’s hot outside. Hence why we say Auto Glass + Heat = Hot Mess. If you have a chip and you turn on your air conditioner, chances are, it’s…
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