First things first…
This guide is not a replacement for professional windshield repair service.
If you cannot arrange windshield assessment right away, do not rely on a household treatment to make the vehicle safe to drive.
These precautions cannot ensure your car is safe to drive. Ask a technician about the damage and appropriate next steps.
We’ve compiled some tips, crack hacks as we call them, to help you out…
Crack Hack #1: Avoid nail polish
Do not put nail polish into a chip or crack. It is not windshield repair resin and does not establish that the glass is safe when driving.
Crack Hack #2: Avoid super glue
Household glue is not a windshield repair solution. Do not squeeze it into the crack. Professional repair uses appropriate resin and tools after an assessment of the damage.
Crack Hack #3: Ask about temporary protection
Keep a cracked windshield clean and dry without forcing products into the break. Ask a technician how to protect the damaged area while waiting for assessment. Tape is not a repair and cannot guarantee that the crack will not spread. Do not obstruct your view.
Crack Hack #4: Always park your car in shade
Sunlight, snow, and rain can cause the crack on your windshield to grow bigger. Parking your car in shade may help limit exposure, but cannot ensure that your cracked windshield remains protected against these elements of nature.
Arrange professional assessment promptly rather than relying on these precautions to make the vehicle safe. Contact us for guidance.
A Bonus read: Should you get your windshield repaired or replaced?
