Posts Tagged ‘windshield’
The Best Glass Cleaner Out There
There are numerous products on the market for cleaning glass. Each one has a unique characteristic of its own, but very few can boast the to be the best there is. Now I can’t tell you which glass cleaner is the definitive best, that’s purely opinion based, but I sure will try. Popular Brands? Now…
Read MoreSunroof Maintenance and Care
There are several aspects to caring for and maintaining your vehicle’s sunroof. As easy as you might like it to be, sunroof care is a bit more than just washing off the dirt when the entire car is washed. Cleaning Products It is very important to use the right products when cleaning your sunroof and…
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 MoreOur Industry is Unregulated. Know Your Installer
What Does Unregulated Mean For You – the Consumer? Auto glass is a tricky industry. Why? It’s completely unregulated. With that said, the next million-dollar question is this; what does that even mean? With respect to this industry, it means that any person with any level of experience can operate on your vehicle. At…
Read MoreHow They’re Made: Windshields
The modern windshield has been around since the early 20th century. They provide an enclosed environment in any vehicle while allowing the driver to see where he or she is going. Windshields are made from a variety of materials. From high-performance speedsters to orbiting rockets, each windshield has a unique design. But how exactly is…
Read MoreA Frosty Situation: The Best Ways to Defrost Your Windshield
Now I know what you’re thinking, FROST? IN ARIZONA? REALLY? Well yes really. Many people don’t realize Arizona can reach subzero temperatures at night, especially up north, and well below 32 F during the day. We might not reach temperatures as low as Minnesota or Massachusetts, but our temperatures drop enough to make defrosting a…
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 MoreAuto Glass Steering
Auto Glass Steering Affects You – Learn How Here Auto glass is a tricky industry; it is completely unregulated. What does this mean? Check this out to answer all of your questions. Because of this, a few problems arise. Independent auto glass shops don’t get a fair deal through the Third Party Administrator (TPA).…
Read MoreThe Chip Repair
Chips in a windshield, although scary looking, are usually not as scary as they are made out to be. In the event you wish to repair a chip, a common misconception is that they will completely disappear after the repair. Windshields act as a failsafe for the roof in the case of an accident, which…
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