6 Common Causes Of Windscreen Damage
No driver wants their windscreen to become damaged as this can cause a range of problems. Trouble is, sometimes there’s not a lot we can do about it!
The glass in your windscreen is one of the most vulnerable parts of your car, so there are many ways it can get damaged. This can range from small cracks or chips right through to extreme damage where your view is impeded and a windscreen repair or replacement is required.
Here, we go over some of the most common ways vehicles become damaged. While some may be avoidable, others are generally inevitable, highlighting the need to make sure you’re covered.
Falling Debris
Whether it’s branches falling from trees, chimneys being blown off during adverse weather events or construction workers dropping tools or materials, there are a million and one ways your car can be struck by falling debris.
In truth, there is often not a lot you can do about this. Aside from keeping your car in a garage at night time and avoiding parking it under trees, for instance, all you can do is hope for the best!
Vandalism
It’s sad to think about, but vandalism to your vehicle is a real concern. Whether it's a psychotic ex hellbent on still making your life a misery, or mischievous children using your vehicle as a way to relieve their boredom, there are many ways your vehicle can suffer vandalism.
Again, leaving your car in a garage or your garden can mitigate some of the risk of vandals getting to your windscreen, but this is pretty much all you can do.
Windscreen Wipers
This one may be more rare than some other causes, but trust us, it still happens. In some situations, broken windscreen wipers can cause damage to your glass, either by scratching or chipping it.
Once your glass incurs minor damage, it might only be a matter of time before it gets worse and needs to be repaired or replaced. So check your windscreen wipers regularly to ensure they aren’t going to cause issues with your glass,
Crash
As a driver, chances are you'd rather not think about the possibility of crashing your car. But while looking at the ways your windscreen could get damaged, it’s important to remind ourselves that accidents do happen.
If you are involved in an accident, the chances of your windscreen suffering damage are small. But it’s a possibility nonetheless, so it deserves a place on this list!
Accidental Damage
There are many ways a driver can inadvertently cause damage to their windscreen themselves. One of the most common ways is by trying to remove ice or snow in the morning.
Some use screwdrivers that can chip or scratch the glass below, while others opt to pour boiling water on their windscreen to avoid waiting in their vehicle for the ice to thaw. This can crack and in some cases completely destroy the glass.
Unlike some of the other inclusions in this article, this is entirely avoidable. So be careful around your windscreen and try not to damage it yourself!
Protecting Yourself
As you can see, there are many issues that can beset your windscreen. And while some of them are unavoidable, for others there may be simply no way you can avoid your glass from suffering damage.
This is why it pays to have windscreen cover, just in case. Investing in windscreen cover is a wise decision for any vehicle owner. Not only does this protect you from unexpected repair or replacement costs, but cover for your windscreen also provides peace of mind by ensuring your vehicle’s safety is a top priority.
The cost of repairing a windscreen can differ depending on the severity of the damage. But if you need a complete windscreen replacement, you could be looking at a bill that runs into the hundreds or even thousands!
Many people mistakenly believe they get cover for their windscreen automatically with their fully comprehensive insurance policy, but this might not be the case as providers have been quietly removing windscreen cover to cut costs. So check your policy and if you’re not covered, speak to us today!