Even for the safest and most observant drivers accidents happen. A cracked or broken windshield can happen in traffic or in front of your home. There are precautions that can be taken but even with all those there is still a probability that you will have the need of a car window repair or replacement eventually.
 

Check for irregularities. If you're at the glass car near me or rear of the car, look along the car to see if there are small dents. These can be seen as distortions in the reflection. If the paint is not smooth in one place, then this could be a place where there has been some damage. Dents as large as a coin can be restored by a panel beater. Dents that are not thoroughly repaired are often filled with polyester resin or fibreglass paste. Tap the surface, or go along it with a magnet. Know whether the panel is made of steel, not plastic, fibreglass or aluminum. If there are places where the magnet will not adhere, then in all likelihood, the panel has been repaired. Ask the owner why the part has been repainted?

Those who want to save time and money may choose to repair small blemishes on their own using a repair kit. These can be purchased at any auto parts store or ordered online. In the kit you will find the epoxy resin and the tools to apply this. Care needs to be taken when using these, and the outdoor conditions must be warm and dry. After the repair is done the windshield will need to be able to cure in the sunlight for a few hours before maximum strength is achieved.

Before you buy windshield repair kit, you must need to consider some important factors. One of those factors is to check the items in the kit if they are complete and if it has all the necessary tools that you need for repair. There are cases that the items in the kit are not complete. Most consumers only figured it out when they are already using the kit. Also, mostly they were not informed by the sales representative that the tools are not complete. So, make sure that you check all the tools. Most of the kits have a list of all the items inside the kit. Get the list and check it yourself before buying it.

It will save you money in a way that instead of hiring someone to repair your windshield, you will be able to do it yourself. Or, changing your windshield will cost you more money because you will pay for installation and repairman. It's a great feeling that you could tell the world that "I can fix auto glass repair my own windshield". The question will be does it really work?

Do you really think that they will stand behind their warranty or will they find some excuse that it wasn't a defect in the equipment, but instead it was misuse and abuse on your part.

Because both rear door windows were inoperable, I assumed that there must have been some other electrical glitch, such as a bad control module. Well, you know what they say about assuming. I did a little internet research and found that the General Module controlled the locks and windows and that sometimes, the relays go bad and need replacing. I found some relays for the General Module and ordered them for $75. They arrived a few days later.

Now, you should have a better understanding of the benefits of windshield repair as opposed to replacement. Remember to shop around and look for the best price with top quality work. And also remember to speak with your insurance agent about windshield damage coverage. It may cost you little to nothing and you will have your windshield looking good as new.