Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I know if I am covered on my insurance?

We can check this for you. Just provide us with your insurer's name, your registration and your personal details and we'll check for you. Once we've ascertained as to whether you are covered or not, we won't start any work until you've given us the approval.

• Is it really free to repair or replace the damaged glass?

A repair is usually free depending on your policy and it won't affect your no-claims bonus. For a glass replacement you may have to pay a small excess; usually ranging from £50 to £80. If you don't have insurance cover for your vehicle's glass then a repair can be as in-expensive as £50, and the cost of replacement glass will depend on the type of glass you need for your vehicle. But don't worry, we won't start work until we've given you a quote.

• How do you repair a chip without replacing the glass?

Essentially we clean the chip and inject it with a special resin. We'll then harden the resin with UV light to make the windscreen as strong as before. Then we'll polish it up so the damage is almost invisible.

• How long will it take to repair a chip?

Usually 30 mins, and you can drive away immediately once we finished the work.

• How long will it take to replace the glass?

To replace the glass, the work can take between 90-120 minutes. We'll cover up your bodywork and interior, and then remove your old windscreen. We'll apply a primer and a bonding glue to make a good seal and insert your new windscreen. Then just wait around 1 HOUR for the glue to set and you can drive away.

• I've booked online, what happens next?

We'll call you around time you specified, and on the number you've given us to check the details you've submitted and to finalise your appointment.

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Flat windscreen wipers 'are the best'

25 August 2010, 11:29

Flat windscreen wipers 'are the best'

You heard it from Auto Windscreens, the big news in Auto Window Glass

People looking for the best windscreen wipers on the market should invest in flat varieties, Auto Express claims.

The automotive magazine said that these types of blade have improved in popularity as they do not have the "ugly" metal frames of the traditional examples.

Instead they have a metal shaft encased within rubber, which keeps an even pressure on the car glass.

"Flat blades are also more aerodynamically efficient as they sit snug against the screen, which smooths airflow. And when you come to replace them, they're a breeze to fit," the magazine claimed.

It tested ten varieties of flat blades and found the Bosch Aerotwin to be the best, followed by the Halfords Flat Wiper Blade Set and Valeo Silencio X.TRM.

Of the budget brands, Auto Express gave a special mention to Wiper Blades' Exact Fit wipers.

Earlier this month, Auto Windscreens advised motorists to ensure they use correct washer fluid in their vehicles, as this can prevent wiper blades from scratching the car glass.

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