Recreational vehicle (RV) owners love to spend time on the open road. One benefit to these vehicles is the large windshield and windows that let the driver and occupants have a good view of the scenery they pass while traveling. When this glass gets damaged, it is necessary to find a local auto glass shop that is skilled at replacing and repairing RV windows and windshields.

To repair a small windshield ding, it can cost as little as $50 to $60. Auto glass windshield replacement can cost hundreds of dollars. It may cost even more for certain cars. Once a ding or star (star-shaped ding with points spreading out) expands, replacing the windshield may be the only choice. That's why it's very important to get windshield glass front window repair work done quickly. It is vital to have the repair performed before dirt gets into the break. If you can't get to the repair shop right away, get a windshield saver patch. Such a patch covers the break until it can repaired, and does not obscure driving vision.
 

You will next see what is called a parting bead which is a small trim piece about 1/2 inch by 3/4 inch in size partially buried in the window casing. It separates the two sashes. I recommend replacing these and you will find they are very difficult to remove without splintering them. If you are repairing the window and not installing new side tracks you must replace the parting beads. The upper sash and weight removal is the same as the bottom. Don't forget to open the sash pockets at the bottom of the upper sash tracks as well to allow sash weight removals. With sash, weights, nails and pulleys removed, clean all loose paint from remaining surfaces and if your sure it is not lead paint, some sanding may be in order as well.

Use an ice scraper to remove ice from your windshield and glass. If you find yourself without an ice scraper, you may consider using a spatula or some item you find in your car to remove the ice. This can cause windshield repair scratches on the glass. A plastic scraper is very affordable and can be found in most stores you visit. Pick one or two up the next time you are out so that you do not get stuck without the proper equipment you need when your windshield is iced over.

Check with your insurance, because it's likely your insurance will pay for some forms of windshield chip repair. They may even waive the deductible, since repairing your windshield is so much cheaper than replacing a windshield. Should you need total windshield replacement, you may have to pay a deductible with your insurance.

Honest answers to these questions will provide you with a list of problem area's requiring thought and action. Divide your list into three main areas with the headings Clean, Repair and Replace.

These are simple tasks and will not take a lot of time. If you do not have any time to spare, you must get professional help as early as possible. Remember your house will not look well maintained if you have slats hanging all over the place or if the mechanism is not working.