One thing that I loved about my house when we bought it three years ago was the greenhouse in the yard. I knew that it needed a lot of work, but knew that I would eventually get around to making the repairs and would have a wonderful greenhouse to spend my free time in. I had to do some research to find out about replacing the glass panels that had been broken over the years. I wanted to be sure that the glass I was installing wasn't going to stop the sun's nutrients from reaching the plants and that the glass would be durable and last for many years. If you are building or repairing a greenhouse, visit through my blog to learn all about the glass that should be used.
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4 Signs You Need Your Windshield Replaced
Vicente Morales
A tiny chip in your windshield doesn't necessarily mean you need to have it replaced, but there are certain conditions where replacing your auto glass is the best option. Here are 4 signs you're better off replacing your windshield for your own safety on the road.
That tiny chip is growing
A chip, caught early enough, can be repaired by an auto glass technician by filling the area and placing a bead in the cracked area to prevent it from spreading. Certain factors, such as weather changes, high speeds on the freeway, or even another chip in your class, can cause a repaired chip to start spider-webbing. If this happens, your windshield is likely better off being replaced, as repeated repairs on a growing chip may not last.
Your crack is several inches long
A crack in your windshield that is several inches long may not benefit from being repaired or filled. The reason for this is due to the compromised pressure in the glass caused by the large crack. The longer the crack, the more fragile your windshield glass becomes, so for your vehicle's safety, replacement is often the best solution.
The crack is in your line of vision
Even a small crack or chip in your line of vision can cause you to have difficulty seeing properly while driving on the road. You can even get pulled over for your cracked windshield and be given a ticket for the obstruction. Every state has different laws regarding cracked windshields, and some states will even pull you over if a large crack is on the passenger side of your vehicle and not blocking your driving view. A broken windshield can be considered an equipment violation, which can result in a pricey ticket.
Your windshield is shattered along the bottom
A large piece of debris can do massive damage to your windshield, especially if it lands on the hood of your vehicle. The result can be minor cracks in your line of vision with the entire bottom of your windshield shattered. While you may still be able to see through the glass, don't be fooled. Even relatively low speeds can cause your fragile windshield to break completely, and slamming your car door or going over a speed bump can make damage worse.
In some cases, your windshield issues can be repaired, but there are instances where replacement is your best option. If this is something you are concerned about, talk to an auto glass technician (click here for more info) to see what needs to be done to make your car's windshield safe for driving again.
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