National Highway Statistics

This was just plain scary and we wanted to share - stay tuned for an uplifting post to follow!

According to a 2007 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report, a car's windshield is one of the primary components of a vehicle's safety restraint system. Yet, recent national statistics show nearly eight out of ten auto glass replacements fail to be installed properly and safely. Improperly installed replacement windshields can be deadly for both drivers and passengers. (source link) 

A Chipped Windshield - When Should You Call Accurate Auto Glass of America LLC?

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Yup, the guy in front of you on the road tosses a small stone/rock into your windshield and the rest is history. Your mom may call it a ‘boo boo’ but in the auto glass world, we call it a stone chip (because we are so darn creative?). It may not bother you at all, and since you didn’t cause it to happen you might be tempted to just pretend it isn’t there. A stone chip is very small and may look like a star and possibly is not obstructed your vision at all. But…like a crack in the foundation of your home, if you leave it unattended, it can become a much larger problem. An unattended chip will become a crack which is not only unsafe, but will then need to be replaced instead of simply repaired.

General Information: The more you know about chip repair, the quicker you’ll pick up the phone and call in an expert. The first question you’ll be asked when you call is: where is the chip located? If the chip is in the driver’s line of vision it cannot be repaired, so know the chip location before you call. The best way to describe the line of vision is to visualize the windshield in three horizontal slices, and then one vertical slice right in the middle. This is hard to explain, but you’ll end up with six sections of windshield and the middle section on the driver’s side is the driver’s direct line of vision (sometimes referred to as the ‘critical area’). Second question is about the size of the chip; if the chip is larger than five inches, the windshield should be replaced instead of repaired. You don’t have to take out a tape measure, but know the approximate size.  (click the map on the right for a full list of locations - there IS a location near you!)

Insurance: Some insurance companies will cover 100% for a chip repair since it is much less than the hundreds of dollars it would cost for a replacement. Check the details of your plan, but this may not even count against you as a claim. Most auto glass companies have a general idea of how insurance companies in your area view these claims, and they’ll be happy to point you in the right direction or file the claim for you.

Repair Process:  A tiny drill is used to drill out the area that needs repair. Then a vacuum process is used to inject resin into the damaged area. Then the resin is cured with an ultra violet light. After the resin cures, it is difficult to find the once damaged area and the area is no longer in danger of cracking. A reputable auto glass company will provide a guarantee or at least credit toward a new windshield if the repair process does not work. For example, if you pay $65 to repair a chip and a new windshield costs $385 and the chip cracks within a reasonable time you would pay just $320 for the windshield.

Common Concerns:  We are all busy, and sometimes we know we should do something, but we don’t do it because we don’t have time. Many auto glass repairs and replacements can be done on site at your home or place of business. This means no time lost for you. You go to work with a damaged windshield and you drive home with a repaired windshield or a brand new one. Don’t let the time factor stop you from making your vehicle safe for you and your family.

For the best price, value, and care - contact Accurate Auto Glass of America LLC today and we will handle your auto glass repair and replacement. 

Find us on the web at: http://www.priceyourglass.com/

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Prevent a Dangerous Situation - article by Benjamin Buehler

Below is a copy of a recently published article by the president of Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC

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A Hail Damaged Windshield Can Lead to a Dangerous Situation

By Benjamin Buehler

You wouldn't feed your family something dangerous, so why would you drive around with a broken or hail damaged windshield or trust your windshield replacement to just anyone? If you or someone you know needs a windshield or auto glass replacement, it's time you learned why accuracy is so important when it comes to auto glass and your most valued positions (your family).

Accurate is an adjective meaning "correct in all details; exact" - find out why you deserve an accurate job with every windshield installation! You wouldn't be satisfied knowing that the person who built your automobile did a 'good enough' job, so you should demand the same quality product, workmanship, and guarantee from your windshield and the company that installs it.

Did you know that the windshield is part of the structure of your vehicle? It's not just something pretty to look through. It's one thing to drive around with a hail dented vehicle - that's just aesthetics, but when it comes to your windshield, it needs to be strong to keep your family safe, the breaks caused by the hail could be much more serious than you think - especially if you get in an accident. The windshield protects the driver and passengers from bugs, birds, rain, snow, etc...and most windshields have an Ultra Violet (UV) protective coating to protect us from the sun. Windshields are part of a vehicles overall protection system (like an air bag or seat belt) and they are installed using a special urethane (the sticky stuff between your windshield and the vehicle). Another little known fact is that the windshield not only serves to keep people IN the vehicle (as well as your seat belt), but the windshield also supports the roof of the vehicle. Without the windshield, in a rollover crash, the roof could collapse and crush the occupants of the vehicle.

Your windshield is just as important as the other safety features in your vehicle (seat belts, car seats, mirrors, and air bags). Don't trust your safety or the safety of your family to anyone other than a trained and certified professional and a company that offers a guarantee or a proven track record for their products and workmanship. 70% of the windshields replaced have been replaced incorrectly - get it done the right way, it's not a do it yourself kind of job. You don't trust your life or the lives of your family to just anyone, and if your windshield is installed incorrectly, or if it is damaged in any way, you are putting yourself and your loved ones at risk.

If your windshield is a casualty of an accident or hail damage, you should have it looked at today. Your safety may depend on it. Find out more at: http://www.windshield62060.com 1-888-559-4527

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Benjamin_Buehler

Replace That Hail Damaged Windshield Today

A Hail Damaged Windshield Can Lead to a Dangerous Situation

By Benjamin Buehler

You wouldn't feed your family something dangerous, so why would you drive around with a broken windshield or trust your windshield replacement to just anyone? If you or someone you know needs a windshield or auto glass replacement, it's time you learned about Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC and why accuracy is so important when it comes to auto glass and your most valued positions (your family).

Accurate is an adjective meaning "correct in all details; exact" - find out why you deserve an Accurate Auto Glass Installation EVERY time! You wouldn't be satisfied knowing that the person who built your automobile did a 'good enough' job, so you should demand the same quality product, workmanship, and guarantee from your windshield and the company that installs it.

Did you know that the windshield is part of the structure of your vehicle? It's not just something pretty to look through. It's one thing to drive around with a hail dented vehicle - that's just aesthetics, but when it comes to your windshield, it needs to be strong to keep your family safe. The windshield protects the driver and passengers from bugs, birds, rain, snow, etc...and most windshields have an Ultra Violet (UV) protective coating to protect us from the sun. Windshields are part of a vehicles overall protection system (like an air bag or seat belt) and they are installed using a special urethane (the sticky stuff between your windshield and the vehicle). Another little known fact is that the windshield not only serves to keep people IN the vehicle (as well as your seat belt), but the windshield also supports the roof of the vehicle. Without the windshield, in a rollover crash, the roof could collapse and crush the occupants of the vehicle.

Your windshield is just as important as the other safety features in your vehicle (seat belts, car seats, mirrors, and air bags). Don't trust your safety or the safety of your family to anyone other than Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC. 70% of the windshields we replace have been replaced incorrectly - get it done the right way. We are so confident in our work that we offer a money back guarantee. We don't want satisfied customers, we want to exceed your expectations because your safety and the safety of your family is important to us. We wouldn't trust the safety of our family to just anyone, and we don't expect you to either.

If your windshield is a casualty of an accident or hail damage, you should have it looked at today. Your safety may depend on it. Find out more at:http://www.windshield62060.com 1-888-559-4527

Company Overview - Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC

Company Overview - Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC

For over ten years, our customer's safety has been the first concern of the team at Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC. We guarantee expert auto glass repair and replacement services through our company-owned mobile service units.

Since the first Accurate Auto Glass location opened in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, we have always focused on providing our customers the best in SAFETY, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, LEADERSHIP, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE.

SAFETY -  Your windshield is an integral part of your vehicle. Accurate Auto Glass' AGRSS (Auto Glass Replacement Safety Standards) follows strict manufacturer's requirements for precise and accurate windshield installation, to ensure your vehicle and safety is not compromised in any way. Accurate means done expertly every time!

KNOWLEDGE - Every Accurate Auto Glass of America installation expert is NGA (National Glass Association) certified, meaning they are: trained, certified, and continually updated on the latest techniques and technologies required for the demanding windshield installations of vehicles and large trucks of today.

Accurate Auto Glass of America installation experts regularly consult with automobile manufacturers to ensure first hand knowledge of, and strict compliance with, all windshield installation requirements. We want more than customer satisfaction - we want to exceed your expectations and help keep your precious cargo safe.

EXPERIENCE - Accurate Auto Glass of American installation experts have an average experience of ten years repairing and replacing windshields. They use this combined industry knowledge and expertise for the benefit of the customer. Accurate means done expertly every time!

LEADERSHIP -  Accurate Auto Glass of America strives to bring constant innovation to our industry. Our state-of-the-art mobile service units set the standard in auto glass replacement today. All of our NGA (National Glass Association) certified work is 100% guaranteed. If you are not completely satisfied, contact our leadership team and we will make it right - guaranteed!

CUSTOMER SERVICE - Phone orders may be called in at 1-888-794-4527 or 888-794-GLASS. Order may also be processed via email at: sales@priceyourglass.com. The email and websites work in 'real time' which means immediate scheduling and service. Accurate Auto Glass of America LLC also encourages you to visit the website at: www.priceyourglass.com to learn more about our company and the service we have to offer.

You Deserve Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC

You wouldn’t feed your family something dangerous, so why would you drive around with a broken windshield or trust your windshield replacement to just anyone? If you or someone you know needs a windshield or auto glass replacement, it’s time you learned about Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC and why accuracy is so important when it comes to auto glass and your most valued positions (your family).

Accurate is an adjective meaning “correct in all details; exact” – find out why you deserve an Accurate Auto Glass Installation EVERY time!

Did you know that the windshield is part of the structure of your vehicle? It’s not just something pretty to look through. The windshield protects the driver and passengers from bugs, birds, rain, snow, etc…and most windshields have an Ultra Violet (UV) protective coating to protect us from the sun. Windshields are part of a vehicles overall protection system (like an air bag or seat belt) and they are installed using a special urethane (the sticky stuff between your windshield and the vehicle).  Another little known fact is that the windshield not only serves to keep people IN the vehicle (as well as your seat belt), but the windshield also supports the roof of the vehicle. Without the windshield, in a rollover crash, the roof could collapse and crush the occupants of the vehicle.

Your windshield is also more than just a pane of glass. It is typically two sheets of curved glass with a thick plastic middle layer to increase durability and safety. With a typical windshield crack, the structural integrity of your vehicle is not weakened as much as it would be if the windshield were only a single pane of glass. If you’ve ever seen a shattered/cracked windshield, you know what I mean. It’s usually just the exterior layer of glass that is cracked but the thick plastic and the internal layer remain completely unharmed.

Unfortunately, you cannot replace just the exterior pane. The good news is: with Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC, you CAN replace your windshield economically and safely. As the name suggests, at Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC they pride themselves in doing an accurate job. If your windshield is not installed accurately, the passenger air bag may not go off in the event of a crash, or worse…the windshield may become detached from the vehicle allowing your family to be thrown from the safety of the vehicle.Your windshield is just as important as the other safety features in your vehicle (seat belts, car seats, mirrors, and air bags). 

Don’t trust your safety or the safety of your family to anyone other than Accurate Auto Glass of America, LLC. 70% of the windshields they replace have been replaced incorrectly – get it done the right way, contact Accurate today: http://www.priceyourglass.com/ 1-888-559-4527