A Guide to Finding the Best Auto Glass Company for Your Vehicle

A damaged windshield can put a damper on everything, especially if it renders your car undrivable. Windshields play a vital role in the structural integrity of your vehicle, so even the smallest chip is putting you and your passengers in possible danger. This is why you need to fix any damage to your windshield right away. 

But who do you hire? That’s the question. There are so many companies to choose from, how do you know who is the best? We put together this list of things you need to know about auto glass repair and replacement. Once you read it, you’ll feel confident in your quest to find the best auto glass company for your vehicle. 

Reputation

The best way to learn about any business is by hearing what former customers have to say. You can find out what you need to know about the auto glass company you’re considering through their reviews. They’ll likely have reviews on their website, but you won’t find bad reviews there. Look to Yelp and Google Reviews for an unbiased opinion. 

Check out Glass Monkey’s nearly two hundred 5-star Google reviews here. 

Certification

Windshields do much more than keep debris from flying into the cabin. They also play a significant role in the structural integrity of the entire vehicle, particularly when you’re in a crash. All the auto glass in your vehicle plays a role. Due to its significance, the Auto Glass Safety Council(AGSC) was formed. 

You want to hire an auto glass company that has been certified by the AGSC. It’s the only way to be sure that the technicians are working up to industry safety standards. 

Read about Glass Monkey’s AGSC Certification here.

Experience

While certification and education are important, experience is something you want in an auto glass service. An auto glass company that has been in business for years will have experience working on all kinds of vehicles, from cute little hatchbacks to heavy machinery. Knowing that the technician you hire has worked on your make and model before is reassuring. 

ADAS Calibration

If you drive a vehicle that is loaded with safety features, then you will need an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) calibration if you have a windshield replacement. Many of the sensors and cameras are planted near the windshield. This requires the technology to be calibrated so your safety features work well. 

You want to hire an auto glass technician who provides this service when replacing the windshield because they can do it as soon as the new glass is placed. We never advise skipping the ADAS calibration because it can render your safety systems useless or cause them to malfunction.

Click here to learn more about ADAS technology.

Insurance

Speaking of insurance, if you plan on filing a claim with your insurance company for replacing your auto glass, then you will have to work with an auto glass company that is in their network. A good auto glass service will work with all insurance companies. A better auto glass company will contact your insurance for you, so the claims process is streamlined. 

Have an insurance claim? Glass Monkey can help you with that. Click here. 

Warranty

Another thing you want to be sure the auto glass company offers is a warranty on their work and the replacement glass. It’s okay to ask about this when you are searching for the best auto glass repair and replacement service. Warranties are assurance that if anything goes wrong, you can bring it back. A reputable auto glass company is willing to back up their work. 

Price

Times are tough so trying to find a bargain isn’t a bad thing. But, when it comes to your windshield, you want to be sure that you’re getting an experienced technician who is certified by the AGSC, and backs up their work with a guarantee. Don’t sacrifice those things to save some money. Because, any mistakes will cost you more money in the end.

Does Your Vehicle Have a Damaged Windshield in Murfreesboro, LaVergne, Franklin, or the surrounding areas of TN?

If you live, work, or are passing through Franklin, Murfreesboro, La Vergne, or any of the surrounding areas of Tennessee, and you find that you have some damaged auto glass, contact us at Glass Monkey. We repair and replace more than 2,000 windshields every year and always back up our work with a guarantee. Click here for a free quote today.