How to avoid a cracked windshield this summer

On a hot summer day, you protect yourself by staying somewhere cool and putting on sunscreen. But what about your vehicle? Did you know the heat can cause windshield chips to turn into cracks?  

What can you do to protect your vehicle? 

Weather damage 

Parking your car directly in the sun is one of the fastest ways for a crack to grow. Windshields expand at high temperatures, and when the temperature changes suddenly, it can lead to cracks in pre-existing chips or holes. If possible, shelter your vehicle from the heat that can damage the glass.  

 
Rocks and debris 

Another common cause of windshield damage is the vehicle ahead of you kicking up pebbles. So, leave ample space between yourself and other cars when on the road. Likewise, you'll want to avoid driving behind large dump trucks and tractor trailers as they could have small debris that could hit your vehicle. 

What should you do if you spot a windshield chip? 

Once you see a chip the size of a dime or smaller, you should immediately repair it. If you wait, the area could crack, requiring an expensive windshield replacement.  

Thankfully getting help is easy and affordable! If the chip is smaller than a dime (and hasn't spread or cracked), contact CAA Mobile Chip Repair.  

We will send a technician to your home to repair your car right in your driveway. Not only is the service convenient, but it restores your car's structural integrity. 

CAA Mobile Chip Repair is available exclusively for CAA Members in Greater Ottawa and Thunder Bay regions.