What Is A Windshield Repair?
Road debris often strikes a windshield and creates damage in the glass. Unless the cracking process is stopped, it may continue to expand to cover large areas of the windshield. This damage may range from a small surface pit to large shattered areas. Large cracks in your windshield can weaken the structural integrity of your vehicles roof. Most of the smaller damage can be repaired without removing or replacing the windshield, thus stopping the cracking process.
Windshield repair is accomplished by first making sure that the windshield is at the proper temperature so a successful repair can be made. The loose debris is cleaned out of the impact point to allow for proper vacuum and pressure cycles. Once all debris is removed, a vacuum is applied to the impact point. After the vacuum cycle is complete, a special bonding agent, referred to as resin, is injected into the damaged area. Vacuum and pressure cycles are repeated until no air remains in the damaged area. Next, ultraviolet light is used to cure the resin. The final step is to clean the area with a pit polish.
