Professional windshield repair involves more than placing glue over the surface of a chip. The technician must inspect the damage, remove trapped air and contaminants, fill the damaged area with the correct resin and properly cure the repair.
Here is what you can expect during an appointment.
The damage is inspected
The technician first examines the windshield from both inside and outside the vehicle. This helps determine the type, size, location and depth of the damage.
The inspection also identifies conditions that may make replacement the safer choice, such as damage to both layers of laminated glass, severe contamination, multiple long cracks or damage that could interfere with a camera or sensor.
The repair area is prepared
Loose glass, moisture, dirt and other contaminants are removed as much as possible. The technician may also warm or cool the glass when its temperature is outside the recommended range for the repair materials.
Protective material may be placed around the work area to keep tools and resin away from the vehicle’s paint and interior.
Air is removed and resin is injected
A professional repair tool is attached to the windshield over the damaged area. Vacuum and pressure are used to remove trapped air and move specially formulated resin through the chip or crack.
The goal is to fill the internal spaces created when the glass was struck—not merely cover the visible surface. Industry repair standards describe windshield repair as removing or displacing air and filling the break with a curable resin formulated to approximate the optical characteristics of laminated glass.
The resin is cured
Once the damaged area has been filled, the resin is exposed to ultraviolet light so that it hardens. The surface is then finished and polished until it is smooth and does not interfere with normal windshield-wiper operation.
The completed repair is inspected
The technician checks the repaired area for unfilled portions, excessive light scatter, air pockets or other defects. The repair should stabilize the damaged area, improve its appearance and create a smooth finished surface.
Most repairs can be completed in about 30 minutes, although the exact time depends on the type and extent of the damage. Executive Windshield Repair brings the necessary professional equipment directly to your home, office, job site or parking location.
To schedule mobile windshield repair in the Milwaukee area, call (414) 975-5513.