Cold Winter Weather and Windshield Replacement
Most drivers consider winter to be the worst time for a windshield replacement. They may even think that replacing a damaged or cracked windshield is impossible in cold weather. Fortunately, that’s just not true.
The good news is that it is absolutely possible to have your windshield replaced during winter. However, cold temperatures do bring additional challenges.
Our experienced technicians at Ray Sands Glass provide more details on how winter cold impacts windshield replacement.
Winter Cold Impacts Mobile Windshield Replacement
Getting a windshield replaced during winter weather is definitely possible. However, the installation process is slightly different from other seasons. Winter windshield replacements usually require a different type of adhesive, which generally cures faster and can sustain colder temperatures.
Most adhesives used for auto glass are made for warmer weather. Cold temperatures may require in-shop installation. That means you will need to bring your vehicle to us unless you have a space with adequate temperature for the urethane to cure (over 40 degrees), and room for our technicians to navigate the installation (more than six feet all the way around the vehicle).
Not everyone has a heated, spacious garage. Ray Sands Glass also offers more than 17 locations for your convenience in winter weather.
Curing Time in Cold Temperatures
Windshield adhesives generally take more time to cure properly in low temperatures. Nevertheless, during in-shop replacement, curing time is reduced significantly. Because the installation temperature will be warmer, the adhesive will cure faster.
Winter Moisture and Windshield Replacement
Winter is well known for unpredictable precipitation and humidity, so mobile windshield replacement is always more challenging. Moisture can become trapped between the new windshield and frame, it can freeze and expand due to cold temperatures and loosen the windshield over time.
In order to avoid problems, work with an experienced auto glass technician. Contact the local team with the most experienced technicians in the market, Ray Sands Glass. Call 585-889-2876 today for auto-glass replacement or windshield chip repair.