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Windshield Repair Resources

Learn What to Do After Windshield Damage

Not sure whether your windshield chip or crack can be repaired? These resources will help you understand what matters, what to watch for, and when to schedule repair before the damage spreads.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Most people just want to know one thing: “Can this be fixed, or do I need a new windshield?” Start with the topic that matches your situation.

Is It Safe to Drive?

Learn when a cracked windshield is just annoying — and when it may affect visibility or safety.

Read the safety guide

Can It Be Repaired?

Many chips and cracks can be repaired, including some long cracks that other shops may reject.

Learn about crack repair

Is It a Rock Chip?

Small chips are often the fastest and easiest repairs — especially before dirt and moisture get inside.

Learn about chip repair

Do I Need Replacement?

Replacement is not always necessary. Repair may save the windshield and avoid ADAS recalibration headaches.

Compare repair options

What Does Your Damage Look Like?

Windshield chip

Rock Chip

A small impact mark, bullseye, star break, or combination break. Best repaired quickly before it spreads.

Rock chip repair
Short crack on windshield>

Short Crack

A crack up to about 6 inches. Often repairable and commonly handled in a standard appointment.

Short crack repair
Long crack on windshield being repaired

Long Crack

A longer crack that many shops will not repair. Bob’s can repair many cracks up to 14 inches.

Long crack repair
Windshield edge crack being repaired

Edge Crack

A crack that starts at or reaches the edge of the windshield. It is not automatically unrepairable.

Edge crack information

Bob’s Approach to Windshield Repair

Bob’s Windshield Repair focuses on saving repairable windshields whenever possible. That means honest evaluation, mobile convenience, clear expectations, and no pressure to replace glass that may still be repairable.

  • Mobile windshield repair at your home, work, or another convenient location.
  • Chip repair, short crack repair, and many long crack repairs up to 14 inches.
  • No charge if the windshield damage cannot be repaired.
  • Repairs are structural, not cosmetic — the damage usually improves but does not disappear.
  • Lifetime workmanship warranty included with every repair.

Explore Windshield Repair Topics

These guides are designed to help you understand your options and make the right decision before damage spreads.

Ready to Fix the Damage?

If you already know what you’re dealing with, here are your repair options:

Quick Guide: Repair or Replace?

Repair is often worth checking first if:

  • The damage is a rock chip, star break, bullseye, or short crack.
  • The crack is under 14 inches and has not split into multiple cracks.
  • The damage has not been filled with DIY resin.
  • You want to avoid unnecessary replacement and possible ADAS recalibration.

Get it evaluated quickly if:

  • The crack is spreading.
  • The damage is in your line of sight.
  • The windshield has collected dirt or moisture inside the break.
  • You are not sure whether it can still be repaired.

Still Not Sure? Get It Checked.

If the damage is repairable, Bob’s can often save the windshield. If it cannot be repaired, there is no charge.

Book an Appointment Call (719) 591-1666