Auto Glass Repair and Windshield Replacement

When you think of filing an automotive insurance claim, most people think of things, like a shopping cart hitting their car, or even worse a collision claim. What most people do not know is that auto glass claims are the #1 claim made to insurance companies. Choosing a qualified Minneapolis auto glass replacement shop can be a difficult choice, with all these companies out their claiming to be the best Minneapolis auto glass repair shop.

When trying to determine the best fit for your auto glass needs, ask the shop will they come to your home or work to do the auto glass repair or replacement, and if they are going to replace your auto glass, always ask how long will your vehicle need to sit before it can be safely driven. Knowing the SDAT or Safe Drive Away Time will let you know when it is safe to drive your vehicle, a quality Minneapolis auto glass shop will be able to tell you’re the SDAT on your vehicle, and they will also make you aware of any special requirements that will be placed on your vehicle after the replacement has been completed.

Price will always play a factor when shopping for Minneapolis auto glass replacement , key factors that can affect the price could be settling for a lesser brand of glass, major manufactures such as PGW (formerly PPG) , Pilkington, Carlite, Safeguard, and FYG are all major auto glass suppliers to the OEM manufacturers such as GM and Honda. However off brands such as XYG and Safelite brand glass are generic and they are not an Original Equipment supplier, therefore the molds that they use to produce the glass are not as high quality as a OEM supplier would be.

No matter which Minneapolis auto glass company your choose for your auto glass repair or replacement, always put your safety, and the safety of your family first, and remember that a higher price does not always equate to better service, nor does a lower price imply a less quality service. Remember to be educated and ask a lot of questions so that your auto glass repair or replacement is a financially sound decision.