06/24/2026
Glenn Fell - our Science Guy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
☀️ Summer Heat + Windshield Damage = A Costly Combination
Did you know that extreme summer temperatures can turn a small windshield chip into a major crack?
As your vehicle sits in the sun, the glass expands from the heat. Then, when you blast the A/C or drive into cooler temperatures, the rapid change causes the glass to contract. This constant expansion and contraction puts extra stress on existing chips and cracks, making them spread faster.
🚗 Signs you shouldn't ignore:
✔️ Small chips or star breaks
✔️ Hairline cracks
✔️ Damage near the edge of the windshield
The good news? Repairing a small chip now is often faster and more affordable than replacing an entire windshield later.
Don't let the summer heat turn minor damage into a major headache. Have your windshield inspected before those cracks grow.