Wednesday 14 March 2018

5 reasons why your windscreens get cracks and spreads


Have you ever noticed a crack in your windshield and had no idea how it got there? What happens to make your damage spread? Unluckily, there are several factors that can make your damage worse.

1) Moisture: Because your windshield is made up of a glass sandwich there is a room for moisture to get inside. Even if you have a tiny crack, a rainstorm or the water you use to wash your car can make its way underneath and get stuck that can weaken the structural integrity of the entire windscreens.

2) Dirt: Just like moisture, dirt can make its way into the inner-workings of windscreens. If that happens, you'll wind up dealing with a weekend windscreen. And this can cause you with a costlier replacement instead of an easy repair.


3) Extreme temperatures: The combination of a scorching summertime heat wave and a powerful air-conditioner can be too much for your windshield to bear. The difference in temperatures inside and outside of your car can put added pressure on an already-damaged windshield. When that happens, chips and cracks get bigger.

4) Bumps in the road: Innocent things that you do every day without giving them a second thought like driving over a speed bump, jamming on the brakes or even slamming your door- can cause extra stress on your windshields.

5) The Sun: it's powerful enough to burn your skin, and in the same way to damage your windscreens. The sun increases the temperature of your windscreens and that cause chips and cracks get bigger.

If you live in Gold Coast & Brisbane and need a cracked windscreen repaired, then call Quality Windscreens. Working on all types of personal and commercial vehicles from owners, they offer you auto glass replacement, windshield chip repair, and full front and rear windshield replacement.