Tips for Finding the Best Auto Glass Service for Your Vehicle

Much of our lives depend on our vehicles. Between traveling to and from work, taking the kids to school, picking them up, and extracurricular activities, the list goes on and on. Because we depend on our vehicles for life and work, we like to keep them maintained so they keep running and working well. 

While many owners stay on top of oil changes and tire rotations many overlook the health of their vehicle’s windshield. The windshield keeps wind and debris from flying in but it also provides structural support for the roof of your vehicle in the event of an accident. Our windshield does much more than we know, so we want to keep it well-maintained. 

If you find damage to your windshield, finding the right auto glass service may seem like an overwhelming task, especially when there are so many options to choose from. In this blog, we’re going to give you tips for finding the best auto glass service for your vehicle. 

Experience

A good measure of quality in work and service is longevity. When a business has been in operation for a long time, you know they’re giving their clients quality work and customer service. At Clearity Auto Glass we’ve had more than twenty years of experience repairing and replacing windshields. 

Reputation

Just because someone has been in business a long time doesn’t mean they’re reliable. That’s where reviews come in handy. People are pretty vocal when they’ve had a bad experience, so anything under 4 stars should give you pause for concern. 

Clearity Auto Glass has a 5-star rating with Google Reviews. Read about it here.

Certifications

You want to be sure the auto glass company you work with has all the necessary education and certifications required for windshield repair and replacement. The last thing you want is something going wrong and you having to invest more time and money into a job that should’ve been done right the first time. 

Services

If your vehicle has an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), you will need a calibration when you have your windshield replaced. Many of the sensors and cameras that help those safety systems work are located near or directly in your windshield. 

Without the calibration, you could render those systems useless, which could void your manufacturer warranty and insurance claims. Plus, you will be less safe if the ADAS technology malfunctions. You want to hire an auto glass service that offers ADAS calibration so you don’t have to take it somewhere else for that part of the job. Click here to learn more about ADAS calibration.

Insurance

First, you want to be sure you hire an auto glass company that is in your insurance network. A reputable auto glass company will work with all insurance providers. 

If you live in South Carolina and have comprehensive coverage, the law requires the insurance company to waive the deductible in the case of windshield damage, so you might be able to repair your old windshield or get a new windshield at no out-of-pocket cost to you. 

The law is SC Code - Code of Laws Section § 38-77-280(B) and the coverage must be comprehensive. If you have liability coverage, this law does not apply to your vehicle. Liability only covers damage you do to others. A reputable auto glass company will be able to help you file a claim if you have comprehensive coverage. 

Clearity Auto Glass works with all insurance companies and is happy to talk directly with your provider. Click here to learn more about insurance claims assistance.

Warranty

You want to hire an auto glass company that is willing to put their reputation on the line and offer a lifetime warranty on their work. If the company doesn’t offer any type of warranty to back up the auto glass repair or replacement they’re offering, then you want to move on to a service provider that does.

Things go wrong and you want the piece of mind that if something seems wrong with your new windshield you’re covered. 

Clearity Auto Glass offers a lifetime warranty on all our work. 

Price

Price is a huge incentive, especially in today’s economy. But, you don’t want to compromise quality when deciding on something so crucial to your overall safety. Compare a few quotes and find out what the neighbors are saying. You will be able to make an informed decision if you apply all the tips we’ve provided here. 

Does Your Damaged Windshield Need Repair in the Batesburg-Leesville Area of SC?

If you live, work, or are passing through Batesburg-Leesville, Columbia, Lexington, SC areas, and you’ve discovered damage on your windshield, contact us at Clearity Auto Glass. We’re a mobile service that takes the hassle out of getting your vehicle to a shop. We give you a free quote, and arrive at the scheduled appointment time, which is the same day in most cases.