Best Auto Windshield Repair and Car Windshield Replacement Companies

If damage does happen to the car windshield or motorcycle fairings, and a professional is required, a quick look in the phone book or a quick search on the Internet will offer quite a few options, including both chain and local auto glass repair shops.

When it comes to locally owned shops, word of mouth is the best way to find the reputable places as opposed to shady businesses. The best thing to do is to ask around and to call different shops to obtain quotes on their service. Also available are several large chain auto glass businesses. These businesses usually have a stronger reputation and often, lower prices due to their size. Here are a few of the large windshield repair businesses and pertinent information about them:

- Safelite Auto Glass - Safelite’s website is easy to navigate and features helpful tools to assist in making the decision to repair or replace the windshield. Also, the site touts Safelite’s promise to offer flexible payment options and assistance in filing insurance. A form offers “instant quotes,” but does not follow through with this offer. After inputting information about the vehicle and the damage, a contact form is required and the only way to get a quote is to wait to be contacted by a representative. As far as actual service, Safelite’s mobile service is considered excellent. Offering competitive pricing, quick service (around 40 minutes for windshield repair), and good work, Safelite is definitely a good choice for windshield repair or replacement. Available in most areas of the United States, Safelite’s website states that the company is able to help 95% of people in the United States. Safelite is available for repair 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, visit www.safelite.com or call 877-800-2727.

- The Glass Doctor - With a basic website and not quite the widespread coverage that some other windshield repair chains, The Glass Doctor offers more of a personal feel, but may not be available in all areas. The Glass Doctor’s online quote form, much like the one with Safelite, asks for the pertinent information about the vehicle and then asks for contact information. But, The Glass Doctor promises to make contact within 30 minutes if the form is submitted during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM). Since The Glass Doctor is a franchise, each individually owned business can vary widely in service, price and glass repair quality. However, the majority of customers are satisfied with the work done. The Glass Doctor does not offer mobile service, so the vehicle must be taken to location. For more information, visit www.glassdoctor.com or 866-318-7344.

- Complete Auto Glass - Claiming to serve the entire United States and Canada, Complete Auto Glass has a simple and navigable website including a contact form to have a representative call. No time frame on how quickly contact will be made is given. Offering a 100% satisfaction guarantee, Complete Auto Glass will even work on damaged RV windshields, and the business offers mobile service. Testimonials agree that the service is fairly priced and the fact that Complete Auto Glass employs local professionals is a nice perk, however some complaints about the workmanship have been made. Over all, Complete Auto Glass offers mobile service at a good value. For more information, visit www.completeautoglassinc.com or call 866-621-3999.

- Glass America - Offering a basic, not too fancy website, Glass America touts their service, stating that they will file the claim to all major auto insurance companies, and they offer a lifetime windshield guarantee. Glass America offers over the phone quotes and help deciding if a windshield needs to be replaced or can be repaired. Located in major United States cities, Glass America is commended for its quick service, courteous employees and professional work. A negative word on Glass America’s work is hard to find, but the company may not be available to everyone. Glass America even offers a media section on their website with quick videos on windshield repair and safety. For more information, visit www.glassusa.com or call 877-745-2774. Glass America does not specialize in motorcycle glass and fairings repair and Replacement.