What You Should Know About Automotive Glass Installation
Did you know that in many of today's vehicles, the windshield is a major structural component, and if replaced improperly, using a below-standard or cheap urethane adhesive, your vehicle may no longer meet the crash and rollover standards the Federal Law requires?
Did you know that during an accident, a passenger side air bag can blow an improperly installed windshields completely out of a vehicle, rendering it useless, and exposing the occupants to further injury?
Did you know that many autoglass shops do not adhere to factory specified products and procedure, putting the vehicle occupants at serious risk? Why? Because it is easier, simpler, and cheaper to do the job wrong.
The role of autoglass in the design of modern vehicles is far more technologically complex than ever before. The windshield is the backbone of a highly engineered crash management system - it actually helps to keep passengers safely contained in the vehicle while also aiding in proper air bag deployment.
These are just a few of the reasons why the company you choose to repair or replace your windshield or other autoglass should be an expert and have the experience and knowledge to do the job correctly. The occupants of a vehicle and their safety relies heavily on the correct windshield replacement techniques.
The experts at A-1 Glass Co. understand today's technological standards involving autoglass replacement and what they mean to you and your family's safety. All of our work is undertaken by NGA certified autoglass technicians with a commitment to the highest standards of workmanship using ONLY parts and adhesives that meet OEM and Federal specifications and guidelines. That is why you, our customer, can trust that you will receive a safe, reliable, and quality repair or replacement from the professionals at A-1 Glass Co. whose workmanship is guaranteed for as long as you own your car.
If you or your loved ones are ever in an accident, the windshield could be the last line of defense between serious injury or, even life or death.
Your car - your choice.
Autoglass - "Your Choice"
At A-1 Glass Co., our commitment is to safe, reliable, and quality autoglass replacement, and because of that commitment to safety first, we want to inform you of a growing problem within the autoglass replacement industry that seriously affects every vehicle owner in Texas.
What is it?
Safe, reliable, and quality autoglass replacement standards, we feel, are being systematically destroyed by some insurance companies' autoglass replacement programs. These programs, which promote the use of cheap, non-OEM parts, cheap labor, and other concessions, which can affect the integrity of repairs, were designed by the insurance companies for their own benefit, not your safety. The professionals at A-1 Glass Co. want you to know that we will never compromise the safety, reliability and quality of your repairs for any reason. Why? Because you are "OUR CUSTOMER," and it is you and your loved ones whose safety may depend on the integrity of the repairs you receive at A-1 Glass Co., not some insurance company's cost containment program.
That is why we, with the help and leadership of Texas State Representative Mark Stiles fought for the enactment of the "Consumer's Right to Choose" law, which says, in part, that an insurance company may not limit you, the consumer, from selecting a repair shop of your choice. A-1 Glass Co. encourages you, the consumer, to exercise this right and choose a repair facility that YOU trust to provide safe, reliable, and quality repairs.
After all - it is your car.
Why LYNX?
Just because your windshield has gone to pieces doesn't mean you have to.
When you've got a broken windshield, you don't need any more surprises getting it repaired.
So leave it to A-1 Glass.
We're part of the LYNX family of autoglass installers -- your assurance of top quality replacement glass service.
And our parts and labor are backed with a LYNX Warranty that's honored here and at every shop participating with LYNX around the country.
We'll have you back together in no time.
LYNX Services from PPG ensure a quality installation every time you come to A-1 Glass to have your windshield replaced. This eleven-point Quality Check makes sure your replacement job is done right.
- We conduct a "prework inspection" of the front, sides, and rear of the car to see if any other damage exists (dents, scrapes, rust, etc.). It's our mutual protection against disputes about unnoticed damage when you pick up the car.
- We list the part number that was installed, along with the brand of glass that was used. From this entry, there will be no question of what area of the car was worked on, and what product was installed.
- We list all hardware or moldings used to complete the job.
- We list the adhesives, tapes, primers, and cleaners that were used. Only those adhesives for which our installers are certified are used. This provides critical information that will be very helpful should there be any question of product performance.
- To make sure your adhesive cures properly, we list all the necessary timing and environmental information that contributes to the cure of the adhesive, including the time the job was completed, the temperature, and humidity. And we calculate the recommended time at which the vehicle may be driven safely.
- We list the installation method, whether the job completed was a mobile or in-shop installation, and if the process was of the full cut-out method or a close-cut method.
- In the case of windshield repairs, we list how many areas of the windshield were repaired and what type of system and resin was used.
- Postwork inspections check wipers, side view mirrors, and rear mirror to determine if those products need to be replaced.
- The installer must sign and date the report, a verification that the installer is certified to complete installations for the listed adhesive manufacturer and that all stated information on the report is true and accurate.
- The "24 Hour Auto Care" section provides a list of vehicle care subjects that should be carried our or observed during the first 24 hours.
- We go over this form with you to make sure you understand and accept all the information offered on the report. It also authorizes the release of full payment for the installation or repair completed.