Flying rocks and road debris that collide with your BMW's windshield can leave cracks and chips behind. If you are a person who enjoys fixing things yourself or you are trying to save a little bit of money, you may be thinking about repairing the crack windshield yourself with a home repair kit that can be purchased at an automotive repair store. But before you head out and pay for a kit, take the time to learn what the disadvantages are to repairing a cracked windshield yourself. Here are three of those disadvantages.
The Resin Is Not As Strong in DIY Kits
One of the disadvantages to repairing a cracked windshield yourself is that the resin in the do-it-yourself kits is not as strong as the resin that professionals use. This means that if you repair the windshield chip or crack yourself, it will not hold and last for as long as it will if a professional does it. If you plan on keeping your vehicle for a few years or longer, it is best to let a professional repair your windshield with commercial grade resin.
Crack Repairs Can Only Be Made One Time
Another disadvantage to repairing a cracked or chipped windshield yourself is that crack repair can only be attempted one time. If you attempt to fill a chip or crack with resin, that resin cannot be removed. If the repair doesn't take or is uneven, there is nothing you can do to fix it. If this happens, replacing the windshield is your only option. Since you only get one chance to get it right, there are many benefits to leaving that chance in the hands of a skilled and trained professional.
You May Not Save Money Doing It Yourself
The last disadvantage to repairing a windshield crack yourself is that it really may not save you much money, if any. Many people think that they can save money repairing the chip or crack themselves. But the kits cost money. A professional who repairs a windshield crack may not charge that much more than the cost of these DIY kits. And in many cases, your insurance company may help cover the cost of windshield repairs for much less than your regular deductible, or even for free. Always verify what your auto glass insurance coverage is and how much a professional charges before you buy a DIY kit to see if you really are saving money.
If your windshield is cracked, this is a repair that is best left to a professional BMW repairs service. The sooner you have the crack repaired, the less likely it will be to grow and spread. As such, contact a repair shop today if a rock collided with your windshield and a crack or chip was left behind
Share6 December 2017
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