How a Windscreen Chip Can Turn Into a Bigger Problem
Your car’s windscreen is more than just a piece of glass; it’s an essential safety feature. Designed to protect you from debris, provide structural support, and ensure clear visibility, the windscreen plays a vital role in your vehicle’s performance. But even a small chip in your windscreen can compromise all of that. Here’s why it’s crucial to address a chip promptly before it escalates into a bigger issue.
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The Domino Effect of Ignoring a Chip
1. Chips Can Quickly Spread to Cracks
What starts as a minor blemish can soon spread across your windscreen. Factors like temperature changes, vibrations from driving, and pressure from windscreen wipers can all contribute to the chip expanding into a full-blown crack. Once this happens, the damage may require a complete windscreen replacement instead of a simple repair.
2. Weakens Structural Integrity
Your windscreen supports up to 30% of your car’s structural strength, particularly in the event of a rollover. A chipped windscreen is weaker, meaning it’s less capable of absorbing impact. This puts you and your passengers at greater risk in case of an accident.
3. Affects Driver Visibility
Even small chips can obstruct your line of sight, especially if they’re in the driver’s field of vision. Over time, dirt and debris can accumulate in the chip, making it more noticeable and further compromising your ability to see clearly.
4. Fails the MOT Test
In the UK, any damage larger than 10mm in the driver’s line of vision or 40mm in other areas of the windscreen is grounds for an MOT failure. Addressing a chip promptly can save you the hassle and expense of re-testing.
Why Quick Action is Key
Repairing a windscreen chip is faster, more affordable, and less intrusive than replacing the entire windscreen. Most repairs can be completed in under an hour, and modern techniques ensure the fix vastly improves the look of the chip. Plus, addressing the issue early helps preserve your car’s safety features and avoids unnecessary expenses.
The Benefits of Mobile Windscreen Repair
At Calibre Windscreens, we offer mobile windscreen repair services across Essex and Suffolk. Our expert technicians provide a local and convenient solution, coming to you whether you’re at home or work. This means you can avoid the hassle of visiting a garage. We’re proud to offer cheap and competitive prices while maintaining high-quality service. If a chip has already turned into a crack, we also specialise in mobile windscreen replacement to restore your vehicle’s safety quickly.
Don’t Wait – Act Now
If you’ve noticed a chip in your windscreen, don’t put off the repair. Contact us today by calling 01206 670282 or fill out our Get a Quote form. Taking care of the problem now could save you money and ensure your car remains safe on the road.
