Blog - Real Auto Glass

Laminated vs. Tempered Glass: Most auto glass is either laminated or tempered. Laminated glass, typically used for windshields, is made of two layers of glass with a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) sandwiched between them. Tempered glass, used for side and rear windows, is heat-treated to make it stronger. Windshields are Structural: Your car’s windshield

Filing a windshield claim on your insurance policy likely won’t cause a premium increase in most cases. Here’s why: Florida Law: Florida Statute § 627.7288 prohibits insurance companies from applying your deductible for windshield repairs or replacements under comprehensive coverage. Cost-Effectiveness: For insurance companies, windshield repairs are typically cheaper than other claims. However, there are a few

Why is windshield maintenance important? Well like any part of a vehicle its important to make sure its in the proper condition and working the way it should. The first thing one can do is ensure the glass in good standing by inspecting the glass for any small cracks or chips. If there are any

Here is a question we get asked all the time, “My windshield is cracked pretty badly, is it still safe to drive?”. The short answer to that question is YES, it is safe to drive, however the long answer is maybe. Windshields are designed to keep the driver and the passenger as safe as possible