Windshield Repair at Lee Nissan
When a vehicle gets a tiny chip or cracks in its windshield, drivers should have it repaired as soon as possible. The expert technicians in the service center at Lee Nissan near Crestview, Florida, can repair small chips and cracks quickly and inexpensively before they get too large. Customers with a small crack should schedule service immediately.
Can My Windshield Be Repaired?
The technicians at Lee Nissan are skilled at repairing damaged windshields. Unfortunately, there are some instances where a windshield’s damage is too extensive to be repaired. Use the general guidelines below to determine whether your windshield will need to be repaired or replaced.
- Chips smaller than a quarter and cracks shorter than three inches can often be repaired. Larger damage may require a replacement.
- The location of the damage is critical in determining whether a repair is feasible. Cracks or chips that are in the driver’s line of sight or near the edges of the windshield are more likely to require a replacement. If the damage obstructs the driver’s vision, a replacement is usually necessary.
- Depth of the Damage: The depth of the damage is another consideration. If the damage is only superficial, such as surface-level chips or scratches, a repair may be sufficient. However, if the damage extends through the inner layer of the windshield or if there is significant delamination, a replacement might be necessary.
Is It Illegal To Drive with a Cracked Windshield in Crestview, FL
In Crestview, Florida, there are specific laws for operating a vehicle with a damaged windshield, and violating them can result in a traffic citation. Follow the regulations outlined below to avoid traffic fines.
- Florida state law prohibits any coverings, stickers, or signs anywhere on the windshield. There are only three acceptions to this law – GPS devices, toll payment devices, and small stickers required by law.
- All vehicles must have a functioning windshield wiper.
- Any crack or chip located directly in the driver’s line of sight must be repaired immediately.
- Any crack or chip that is larger than ¾-inch in diameter – roughly the size of a quarter – must be repaired immediately.
- Cracks smaller than 3/4-inch in diameter that are located within three inches of another crack must be repaired immediately.
Time to Schedule Service with Lee Nissan
If the windshield in a car, truck, or SUV has a small crack or chip, the service team at Lee Nissan near Crestview, Florida, can examine it and make any repairs necessary. The Lee Nissan team can handle a variety of maintenance and repair needs, such as oil changes, battery checks, tire rotations, filter replacements, and much more. People can schedule an appointment with the service center or stop by the dealership, which is located near Crestview, Florida, at 235 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548.