Mistake #1: Ignoring the Problem
Probably one of the worst mistakes you can make is to ignore your broken windshield, rear window, or side windows. Many people often assume a small windshield chip or tiny crack is no big deal and they ignore it. However, the damage to your auto glass won’t just go away. In fact, it almost always gets worse. Small chips that seemed insignificant, at first, usually splinter off into numerous fissures that often turn into larger cracks that cover the length of your car windshield. This is problematic, as splintered glass severely weakens the structural integrity of your auto glass, which can lead to a shattered windshield. What’s more, because the auto glass is in a vulnerable state, something as small as a pebble hitting the damaged glass, or driving over a bump in the road, can mean disaster for your windshield. This places you, your loved ones, and others on the road, in danger, so don’t ignore your damaged auto glass! It’s just not worth the risk.
In an attempt to save some money, many people try using DIY windshield repair kits to fix their broken auto glass, only to find out the materials included were ineffective, the tools were unreliable, and that it’s not as easy of a fix as they had initially thought. We get it. DIY projects are all the rage right now, however, some things, like auto glass repairs, should be left to the experts. DIY auto glass repair kits don’t include the intensive training, the decades of experience, and the professional-grade equipment and materials required to fix a broken windshield. Instead, trust a friendly, expert technician at West Texas Windshields for all your windshield and auto glass repairs.
Mistake #3: Relying on Windshield Repair Video Tutorials
There are a plethora of helpful video tutorials out there created by well-intentioned professionals and amateurs alike. And while auto glass repair tutorials may seem reliable, you don’t always know if the person making the video is a professional technician or just some average person offering their own tips that may or not work. First off, most people search through several of these videos before finally settling on one that looks the most legitimate, which can take up hours of your time. Second, unless the person who made the video provides their viewers with credentials and links to their company site, it is very difficult to decipher whether or not they’re an expert in the auto glass field. Third, you may not have access to the proper tools and materials needed to perform the auto glass repair. And finally, more times than not, these videos make the repair process look much easier and quicker than it actually is. Save yourself the trouble and call a West Texas Windshields pro instead!
Proper training, licensure, decades of experience, top-notch customer service, conveniently-located service shops, and access to the best, cutting-edge tools. These are all the things you should expect from an auto glass company when you’re in need of a repair or replacement. Unfortunately, because of time constraints or other reasons, many people choose the first auto glass company they search, rather than doing their research on a company beforehand. Your vehicle is an investment, maybe one of the biggest investments you’ll make. Therefore, you’ll want to take your vehicle to a reputable auto glass shop that you can trust to repair or replace your damaged auto glass. Always choose a trustworthy auto glass company with friendly, licensed, experienced auto glass technicians for all your auto glass repairs.
Mistake #4 - Not Going to a Reputable Auto Glass Company
Don’t make these common mistakes when you have damaged auto glass. Instead, call West Texas Windshields for efficient auto glass repairs and replacements from friendly, professional technicians. We strive to provide our customers in Odessa, Midland, and other West Texas communities with convenient and affordable auto glass repairs and windshield replacements that are of the highest quality.
