When it comes to windshield replacement, this is one of the most common questions we get from car owners: will my insurance go up if I claim for a windshield? We get it: it’s an important question! Of course, having a functional windshield is vital…
Year: 2022
What Is Thermal Pane Glass, and Why Is It Good for Your Windows?
A window is a window…right? Not quite! Windows can be made with different types of frames (wood, vinyl, aluminum) and even different types of glass! Modern windows make use of thermal pane glass, which offers a number of advantages over single pane glass. Let’s talk…
Car Headlight Restoration vs. Replacement
Rain, snow, sleet, fog, plus longer nights and shorter days…in winter, your headlights are more important than ever. Keeping this part of your car in tip-top shape is important for your safety—not to mention key to avoiding an expensive traffic ticket! Today, we’re talking car…
What Are the Different Types of Glass for Car Windows?
Two hundred years ago, cars didn’t have windshields or windows at all. Crazy, right? In contrast, today’s cars, trucks, and SUVs have multiple different types of glass. What kind of glass is used for the windows in your car? Why does it matter? Keep reading…
How to Tell If Your Home’s Windows Need Replaced
Here at Jack’s Glass, we get a lot of questions about home window replacement. Like many homeowners, if your window has a problem, you want to know the solution. But does your window need replaced, or can you repair it? Sometimes, the solution is obvious—like…
Types of Windshield Chips and How to Prevent Them
Chip, crack, pit, break…it’s all the same: damage to your windshield. Right? Not quite! There are many different types of windshield chips and cracks. This matters, because the type of damage to your windshield determines whether it can be repaired or has to be replaced.…
Windshield Replacement FAQs: Car Insurance, Part 1
When faced with replacing your windshield you’re likely to have questions. Some of those will undoubtably be about the process itself; however, others will probably be about whether your insurance company will help you foot the bill. Here are some of the most frequently asked…