Questions to Ask About Your New Windshield Before It’s Installed 

Getting a new windshield installed is a relatively high-dollar investment whether your insurance covers it or you end up paying for it out of pocket. Since it’s not something anyone wants to do, it’s important to make a well-informed decision. It’s okay to ask all the questions before committing to have your windshield done and find the shop that takes the time to answer them. To help you find the right auto glass repair shop, our glass technicians will overview some questions that you should ask before you book your windshield replacement. 

Here at Jet Black Tint and Glass in Katy, Texas, our auto glass experts install new windshields every day. We work with you and your auto insurance company to get the best deal for you and carry only the safest, most durable glass available on the market today. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to help clarify any questions you may have and answer the ones you didn’t even know you had! If you have any additional questions about your new windshield, connect with the Katy staff today.

What Brand is the New Windshield Glass?

Brands matter regarding auto glass in terms of safety and quality. Not all glass is created equal and thin, cheap glass can easily break. Not only is this a huge inconvenience that will require additional replacements, but it is a safety hazard that can cause severe injury.

Here at Jet Black Tint and Glass, we partner with Pilkington Glass. Pilkington has been making world-class glass products since 1826 and is the trusted name in both stock and after-market auto glass. Pilkington provides even, consistent UV protection, and boasts of being the most UV-stable auto glass on the current market. Pilkington uses patented glass technology that provides stronger, tougher glass that is more difficult to break, meaning you’ll need less frequent repairs or replacements. 

In addition to Pilkington vehicle windows, their technology, Opti-Aim™ calibration tool allows our glass experts to quickly and accurately recalibrate windshield cameras and sensors once the glass is installed. For our customers, that means the best available glass is expertly installed and reconnected. 

Will My Auto Insurance Cover the Replacement?

Before booking your windshield replacement, it’s important to address cost and ask about what you’ll be responsible for, what insurance will cover, and if there are financing options that will help make your glass repair more affordable. If you have windshield replacement coverage on your auto insurance, your windshield replacement may be completely covered or at least partially covered with a deductible. Before you select a glass company, you may want to touch base with your auto insurance company to see who they partner with or authorize glass installation at your preferred glass shop.

At Jet Black Tint and Glass, we work with most major insurance companies to get the least out-of-pocket cost to you. 

What is the Warranty on the New Windshield? 

Before you commit to working with any one glass shop, you’ll want to know what happens in the event that the glass is improperly installed or if it breaks again. An inexpensive windshield replacement service isn’t worth it if you’ll be stuck with the bill for repairs shortly afterward. 

At Jet Black Tint and Glass, all of our services come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime craftsmanship warranty. If any damage or cost is sustained as a result of our glass technician’s work, we will fix it at no cost to you. All of our windshields also carry a limited product warranty that will protect you in the event there is another chip or crack within a year after the installment. For specific warranty information, connect with the staff at our Katy location today!

How Long Will It Take to Install the New Windshield? 

A new windshield only takes about an hour to install. Of course, there may be other factors that impact your total wait time including whether or not there is any frame damage that must be repaired first, recalibrating sensors and cameras, and tinting your new windshield. And, many glass replacement shops will have customers wait an hour or so after the installation is complete to allow the adhesive to cure. It’s important to have a general idea of how long the shop expects to have your car so that you can make plans and so you can have a better understanding of how the shop values you. If the shop tells you that they will have your car all day, it may be in your best interest to call around and find one that will work with your schedule and make you a priority. 

At Jet Black Tint and Glass, we can have our customers in and out in roughly two to three hours. If there are complications or delays, our team will communicate with you. We have the most modern model’s glass in stock, so we are able to offer next-day windshield replacement services in most cases. For those that we have to get the glass in first, we can offer same-week appointments at a convenient time for your busy schedule. 

 Once you have a better idea of what to expect for your time and wallet, you can better assess which windshield replacement company you should partner with. Here at Jet Black Tint and Glass in Katy, Texas, we know you have choices. We work hard to make our services the best and the most convenient to better serve our clients in the greater Houston area. Whether you’ve got a few windshield chips and pits or you’ve got spider cracks that extend from edge to edge of your windshield, we can get you looking right again. Visit us online to learn more about our glass repair and replacement services and book your windshield replacement today!