Fall - Windshield Care
When it comes to the safety your vehicle provides, your windshield is one of the biggest components, even if it's not the first item that comes to mind. Think about it. Your windshield protects you against the elements, allows you to see the road clearly, and makes up a large portion of your car's structural integrity in the event of a crash. Because your windshield is of utmost importance to your safety and the structure of your vehicle, it's necessary to have auto windshield damage repairs done in a timely manner! Most insurance will cover the repair of your windshield, and for small chips or cracks it can be a quick turn around service.
Your windshield is subject to whatever weather Michigan brings. Extreme hot and extreme cold weather can have a direct effect on your windshield, especially if it has chips or cracks already. The cold, frost, ice and potential for snow can sneak up on us in the fall season, so it's best for us motorists to be prepared. The best actions you can take to keep you and your passengers safe are to have your windshield tested to ensure it has been correctly installed, repair any damages, and take steps to help avoid damage. On this page below we'll review possible windshield damage causes and how to avoid them. For more tips on protecting your vehicle, explore the rest of our seasonal maintenance pages and routine maintenance pages.
Windshield Damage Causes and The Importance of Windshield Repair
With the colder weather that will be arriving in West Michigan this season, it's important to have even the tiniest cracks and chips repaired so they don't become larger. Below we outline the basic windshield damage causes and how to avoid them, because even the smallest fractures in your double layer glass can compromise your overall safety.
- Pressure Changes: Drastic changes in air pressure can cause cracking on your windshield. Even the pressure of a heavy object on your windshield can cause tiny fractures in the glass, leading to a potentially larger crack down the road.
- Temperature and Weather: You may have heard that temperature can affect your windshield's existing chips and cracks. This is because extreme hot or cold can make the glass expand or contract, altering the damages. Weather conditions like hail can be the cause of cracks or chips. Keeping your car in a garage, if possible, can help it stay protected from extreme weather or temperatures.
- Accidents: While we hope you never have an accident, they unfortunately happen, and can have a direct impact your windshield. If your windshield is currently damaged, it might not be able to protect you as well as a non-damaged windshield. An accident can further your current windshield damage. Because your windshield provides a lot of structural integrity, it's important to have fixes made as soon as possible.
- Gravel or Road Debris: Due to their size, utility vehicles and large trucks often throw gravel into the air by their tires. Sometimes the gravel or debris that's kicked up can have enough force to crack or chip your windshield. Unfortunately it's hard to avoid this kind of windshield damage, but you can be proactive in giving these vehicles adequate space on the road.
Schedule Your Fall Car Care Auto Service at Serra Honda in Grandville, MI
Your windshield not only protects you from the elements, but also protects you in the case of an accident! It's the one element that allows you a view of the road ahead, so taking care of it is of the utmost importance. We want to help keep you safe in all capacities on the road. We also want to make your service experience is smooth and easy! You can conveniently schedule your Fall Car Care auto service at Serra Honda Grandville online or by giving us a call at 616-580-1826. You'll feel confident in bringing your car to our Service Center located at 4260 Kenowa Ave. SW, Grandville, MI 49418 thanks to our factory trained, Certified technicians who are able to work on any make and model! We're happy to service our neighbors in Grandville, Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Hudsonville, Holland, Kentwood, Byron Center, and beyond.
