Your vehicle's windshield does more than enable you to see outside while driving. It protects against the wind and weather, makes your vehicle more aerodynamic, and adds to the passenger cabin's structural integrity. Road hazards and at-home accidents might damage windshields badly enough to require auto windshield replacements. According to IBISWorld, the United States has about 20,202 services for auto windshields. Here are four aspects to look for when choosing auto glass services.

1. Meets or Exceeds OEM Windshield Standards

Many people need auto windshield replacements that use the same factory windshields that are installed when building their vehicles. Using OEM windshields fully restores vehicles to their original condition and helps ensure warranty protection remains in effect. We enjoy telling our customers that our services meet or exceed OEM windshield standards.

2. Repairs Relatively Minor Damage

If your windshield has a minor stone chip or crack, our auto glass service can repair it. Windshield rock-chip repair can stop the condition from getting worse while restoring your windshield's full strength. We tell our customers that the damage needs to be out of your line of sight and shallow enough to enable windshield repair instead of a replacement. Our experienced local auto repair service can tell if your windshield is repairable or requires a replacement.

3. Tints Auto Glass

Driving in hot and sunny conditions can be very difficult. Hot UV rays heat the interior quickly and make your air conditioning work harder to keep the passenger cabin comfortable. We've observed that the harder the AC works, the more gas your engine burns to deliver power to the drive wheels. Tinting your windows filters out most of the UV rays to keep your vehicle much cooler on hot and sunny days. It also helps prevent sun glare and direct sunlight from blinding you while driving.

4. Provides Free Estimates and Warranties

The best auto glass services provide customers with free estimates for repair or replacement services. When you are certain you need to replace your windshield, we can talk about your estimate over the phone. You also can visit our auto glass shop to get your damaged windshield inspected and to know if it's repairable or requires replacement glass.

If you need to discuss auto windshield replacements or repairs, please call or visit Two Bros Auto Glass. You can get a free estimate and schedule service for your damaged windshield. We look forward to hearing from you!