Windshield Repair & Auto Glass Replacement in California | Safelite (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to replace a windshield in California? ›

How much does it cost to replace a windshield in the state of California? No matter the vehicle size, fully replacing a windshield will likely cost anywhere from $100.00 to $2444.81 in California, which takes into account the full spectrum of values we have in our database for all California quotes.

Average Safelite Repair Technician hourly pay in California is approximately $18.04, which is 7% below the national average. Salary information comes from 28 data points collected directly from employees, users, and past and present job advertisem*nts on Indeed in the past 36 months.

Throughout California, we have mobile auto glass service that can come to you work, home, or other preferred location for added convenience.

Safelite can usually repair your windshield if the damage meets these conditions: The damage is under 6 inches in length* The point of impact is smaller than a dime. There are no more than 3 chips.

Chips and cracks caused by road debris or weather conditions can become larger cracks and potentially interfere with your line of sight. If you have comprehensive coverage on your auto policy, your windshield repair or replacement is covered.

The good news is that since you are in California, glass claims should not impact your premium. In most locations, it's up to the discretion of the insurer to raise rates based on glass claims but in California, specifically, not-at-fault claims can't be used to increase your rates.

$35,500 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $49,300 is the 75th percentile.

$35,500 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $47,900 is the 75th percentile.

You can tip if you'd like as extra money is always appreciated but I never tell my customers or ask for one. Only if it's offered. If there is any damages to your car it will be covered by warranty so even if something is damaged.

Why does Safelite need your keys? ›

Yes, the technician will need the keys to access your vehicle to confirm that all parts and options are working properly. Does my vehicle need to be in a covered or heated area for auto glass service? Inclement weather makes auto glass installations difficult without cover. If possible, please have shelter available.

What happens if it's raining and I don't have cover? If it's raining the day of your mobile appointment and you don't have a covered area for our technician to work, you can either reschedule or bring your vehicle into one of our shops.

Repairing a long crack correctly on your windshield requires specific tools and experience with specific long crack resins. Typically, though it is by far much easier than a replacement and it can be easily done on cracks up to 18 inches long with the right tools and resins.

Can you guarantee that the chip or crack will be invisible after the windshield repair has been completed? No. A windshield chip or crack repair is used to prevent further damage to your glass and to restore the structural integrity of the vehicle.

Usually, auto glass technicians can repair a chip, which has a diameter of around one inch or less. Likewise, a crack is also repairable, if it is no more than three inches long. If the size of the crack is more than that of a dollar bill, you should rule out the repair option.

Conclusion. In conclusion, it is illegal to drive with a cracked windshield in California under VC Section 26710. It is unlawful for any personal automobile traversing California's highways and byways to have a cracked windshield, as mandated by VC Section 26710.

Typically speaking, depending on the severity of the damage, the fine for operating a vehicle with a damaged or cracked windshield can range from $50 to $120. Nevertheless, court fees are not included in this and could increase each ticket's cost by $70 to $90.

The size and location of a crack or chip will determine if the windshield can be repaired or needs replacement. Chips smaller than a quarter and cracks less than a few inches are usually repairable but if the crack is too deep or too wide it will need replacing.

When you are trading in your vehicle, or selling it to an auto dealership, they will decrease the amount that they offer you due to windshield chips and cracks. This is because a dealership will need to replace the windshield before they sell the car.