Top 5 Common Reasons Windshield Chips & Cracks Occur

1. Poor Installation

If your windshields haven’t been installed properly it could mean that your auto glass is loose. This may lead it to vibrate when the wind blows too hard or when your driving speed increases. This vibration might cause the windshield to crack!

Avoid having to deal with poorly installed windshields by only going to Xtreme Auto Glass Pros, the #1 auto glass repair company in Plano and Dallas Texas. Our experienced technicians will fix any crack if it’s repairable or replace it if necessary. If your car is vibrating we will reposition, reinstall, or replace your auto glass to ensure your safety on the road.

2. Gravel

Here in Texas we are no strangers to construction, traffic, dirt and gravel roads. In Plano, TX our roads are full of dirt and gravel roads that leads to loose gravel and other debris gets flown into the air while we are driving and our tires spin in the dirt. On the other hand, city life in Dallas brings its own problems. With a population of over 1,000,000, the chances of a rock cracking your windshield are just as high. As we all know, rush hour in Dallas is just an accident waiting to happen and as if the traffic congestion wasn’t enough, freeway and road construction are equally ready to test your glass.

Of course, these things are unavoidable no matter how cautious we may be. Don’t fret, here at Xtreme Auto Glass Pros in Plano and at our headquarters in Dallas, we offer free convenient mobile auto glass repair services. Our team of professional auto glass repair experts will come to your location and quickly repair your windshield so that you can safely get back on the road. Call us today to schedule one of our auto glass services.

3. Temperature Change

Extreme cold or heat makes glass contract and expand. Since the material around the glass frame heats the edges faster than the middle, this leads to different parts of the windshield to expand and contract at various times and various speeds which can lead to cracks in your auto glass.

The weather here in Texas goes through its highs and lows and we are no strangers to extreme conditions. During our beautiful sunny summers and cold winters here in Texas, it would be best to park inside a covered garage so that your vehicle isn’t exposed to drastic temperature changes. If you are in need of auto glass repair in Auto Glass in Plano, TX our team of expert technicians will repair or replace your damaged windows with precision. Or if you are in need of Auto Glass repair in Dallas, TX our headquarters are located there and they will be more than happy to help you with any of your auto glass needs. All of our work is 100% guaranteed with your satisfaction in mind.

4. Poor Manufacturing

Unfortunately, not all auto glass products are made to the same level of quality that one may hope. Some auto glass just simply have poor construction. A sign of this is that your windshield is constantly receiving scratches, dings, chips, and battle wounds from the slightest exposure to rocks, gravel, branches, or debris. During your auto glass repair appointment, our licensed technicians will assess the quality of your current windshield and replace if it has poor construction and is a danger to your safety.

Here at Xtreme Auto Glass Pros all of our glass is created from OEM quality car glass and materials. Our team of auto glass specialists understands that you probably have a busy schedule so we will come to you at no additional charge! Not only do we offer free mobile auto glass repair and replacement services but we also offer a lifetime warranty on any auto glass replacements and repairs that we perform.

5. Extreme Weather

Here in Texas, we are no strangers to hail and extreme weather. Hail, tornadoes, and windstorms are all things that we and our cars may have to face. In hail drive slower so that the impact of the ice is not as strong and, hopefully, does not crack or chip your windshield. If possible, securely stow your vehicle in a covered garage when a tornado or storm is on its way. Whether it is a natural disaster or a child’s baseball that has caused a crack or break in your auto glass here at Xtreme Auto Glass Pros we have the skill, knowledge, and experience to repair or replace your auto glass quickly, safely, and precisely.

Headquarters in Dallas, TX

Even if you are not located in Plano, Texas or have an accident away from home our headquarters is located in Dallas, TX and we have sister locations throughout the state. The Xtreme Auto Glass Pros has your auto glass repair and replacement needs covered no matter where you are. Our home base auto glass repair shop in Dallas, TX is where it all began and from there Xtreme Auto Glass Pros has branched out to serve Texans throughout our great Lone Star State.

Auto Glass Services

If your vehicle is cracked, chipped, or scratched our team of licensed technicians here at Xtreme Auto Glass Pros in Plano, Texas are skilled in the art of replacing and/or repairing the auto glass on any vehicle. We can perform auto glass repair and replacement services on cars, trucks, vans, classic cars, and more.
In both of our locations Xtreme Auto Glass Pros in Plano, TX, and headquarters in Dallas, TX offer the following services: