Mobile Glass Repair Service in Hazleton Pennsylvania

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I figure out if auto glass damage can be repaired?
This depends upon the kind of crack or chip. The most effective alternative is to get in touch with us and we will assess the damage. We'll let you know if it is a repair that could be made or if you are facing a windshield replacement. In either case, we'll team up with you and your insurance provider.

Q: What is the distinction between OEM and OEE auto glass? Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) glass is manufactured by the same manufacturer as your original glass. Original Equipment Equivalent (OEE) glass is manufactured to the same benchmarks but by a different corporation. Our customers can choose either.

Q: How long before I can safely drive my automobile?
You can usually drive one hour after a windshield auto glass installation, or instantly after a repair or side window replacement. Our repair professionals use the absolute best materials, including the industry's first adhesive with a one-hour drive-away time for windshield installations. The repair professional will forewarn you if any additional time is required.

Q: Does my vehicle need to be indoors?
Severe weather makes auto glass installations problematic without cover. If a protected area is not available, we may need to reschedule to service your vehicle.

Q: My rearview mirror is attached to my windshield. Will the technician attach it to the new windshield?
Yes, our auto glass technicians will remove your rearview mirror and attach it to your new windshield.

Q: Will you replace the labels that are already on my windshield?
Whenever possible, our trained service technicians will take excellent care to remove any stickers or items that are fastened to your old windshield and will switch them over to your new windshield so that you will not lose the information.

Q: Can I get my windshield corrected if my auto insurance policy does not have glass coverage?
Yes. If your auto insurance coverage does not include auto glass coverage, then you can simply pay us directly for your auto glass repair work or replacement. Our supports are extremely competitively priced and we accept cash, checks, and credit cards to make payment as easy and hassle-free as possible.

Q: How soon can I wash my motor vehicle after my windshield is changed?
You can hand wash your car just as long as you keep high-pressure sprays of water well away from the windshield and moldings. Water or rain on the new windshield installation isn't a problem at all, in fact, the moisture actually helps the curing process of the urethane adhesive sealant. You should wait at least 24 hours before washing your vehicle in a high-pressure type of car or tuck wash. A high-pressure automated car wash can destroy the new windshield seal and outer moldings before the urethane adhesive used in the new windshield installation has a chance to sufficiently cure. It's also important to leave at least one of the windows open at the very least 2 inches to reduce the pressurization in the vehicle when the doors are shut and when the heat or a/c is operated within the first 24 hours. Having a window somewhat open prevents the pressure build-up from ambient heat on a hot day and the pressure the heater or ac system builds up inside the vehicle's cabin from pushing a hole through the new uncured urethane seal, creating an air or water leak.

Q: After I have my windshield replaced, how do I know if it was done right?
You don't! Without removing the auto glass, it's difficult to tell if the windshield was prepared adequately if critical primers and right flash times were used, and even if the proper quantity and type of urethane were used. Once a windshield is installed all the crucial installation groundwork steps are hidden under the moldings and black ceramic band. If it seems like a clean windshield, back glass or other variety of auto glass installation and the moldings are lying correctly you can only presume it was done right and in reality, those things are only cosmetic, it's what is underneath and when and how it was done during the replacement installation process that counts. The only sure way to tell if a windshield or other type of auto glass is correctly installed is to crash test it, but we sure don't encourage it.

Q: What will the auto glass shop most likely ask me when I call?
We need to know who your insurance company is and the year, make, and model of your vehicle, the type of damage you have, and when and where you need the work performed.

Q: What's the difference between glass in a windshield and other window glass?
Auto glass is made and produced for optimum protection in case of a collision. Your windshield is constructed from laminated safety glass. The side and rear windows are comprised of tempered glass. Laminated safety glass is two pieces of glass with a layer of vinyl sandwiched between, so it will stay intact in a collision. Tempered glass has been treated to make it much stronger than other glass of a similar thickness. If it breaks, it is designed to shatter into little pieces.

Hazleton general information:

Hazleton is a city that is located in Luzerne County and has a population of 21,340 according to the 2015 census. It is also Pennsylvania's 17th largest city. Sometimes you may hear the term "Greater Hazleton" because it is surrounded by many 'patch towns', also known as patches because these are small company towns that provided families of coal-miners a place to call home. In 1857, Hazleton was incorporated as a borough but the original name was actually Hazleton. A clerk misspelled the name as Hazleton and it has been used since then. Hazleton was officially a city on December 4th, 1891. The population was about 14,000 people. The original school of Hazleton was established in 1830 by a local coal company. This company is also known as the Hazleton Coal Company. It was not a public school but was actually a private school that served elementary-aged students. This school was established where the City Hall is currently located. The City Hall can be found at the intersection of Church and Green Streets. The original high school of Hazleton was located where Pine Street Playground currently is located.