A damaged windshield can quickly escalate into a costly replacement if left untreated. At NOCO Chip Repair, our trained and certified technicians use a meticulous repair process to restore the structural integrity of your windshield and prevent the damage from spreading.
During the repair, we inject an optically matched resin into the damaged area, filling the break and reinforcing the glass. While our goal is always to achieve the best possible visual clarity, it’s important to note that windshield repair will leave some visible scars. However, our process improves the damage site's appearance by approximately 80% while ensuring your windshield remains strong and safe.
Here’s a detailed look at our step-by-step windshield repair process:
Step 1: Inspect & Clean the Damaged Area
We begin by inspecting the damage to assess its severity. Using a steel probe, we carefully remove any loose glass or debris from the break to prepare it for the repair.
Step 2: Preparing the Windshield Surface
To ensure the best adhesion for the resin, we clean the windshield around the damage. This removes dirt, contaminants, and any hydrophobic coatings (like RainX) that could prevent the resin from bonding properly.
Step 3: Setting Up the Repair Bridge
We position our repair bridge directly over the center of the break. This specialized tool holds the resin in place and creates a sealed environment that allows us to perform precise pressure and vacuum cycles in later steps.
Step 4: Injecting the Repair Resin
Next, we inject our optically matched repair resin into the break using the repair bridge. We then insert the plunger and put the bridge into pressure mode, forcing the resin deep into the cracks.
Step 5: First Pressure Cycle
The bridge remains in pressure mode for several minutes. During this time, we:
✔️ Monitor the damage from multiple angles to check for trapped air.
✔️ Ensure the resin continues to flow into the break.
✔️ Prepare any other damage sites for repair if needed.
Step 6: Vacuum Cycle
Once the pressure cycle is complete, we switch to a vacuum cycle to remove any trapped air bubbles from the break. Removing air ensures a stronger, longer-lasting repair.
Step 7: Second Pressure Cycle
With the air removed, we repeat the pressure cycle to push resin into any areas that were previously occupied by air. This guarantees maximum coverage and strength.
Step 8: Repeating Pressure & Vacuum Cycles
We continue alternating between pressure and vacuum cycles until the entire break is completely filled with resin and all air is eliminated.
Step 9: Sealing the Impact Point
Once the main repair is complete, we remove the bridge and apply a thicker resin to the impact point. This resin fills the outermost layer of the break, creating a smooth surface. We then place a clear curing tab over the repair.
Step 10: UV Curing Process
A UV curing light is placed over the repair to harden the resin, ensuring it bonds properly and creates a durable, lasting repair.
Step 11: Removing Excess Resin
After the resin is fully cured, we remove the curing tab and scrape off any excess resin using a razor blade, leaving a smooth, flush surface.
Step 12: Polishing the Impact Point
To improve the visual appearance of the repair, we polish the impact point using a polishing compound. This helps to minimize visibility and make the repair as unnoticeable as possible.
Step 13: Final Windshield Cleaning
The last step in our process is to clean the windshield, ensuring a crystal-clear view and a professional finish.
Why Choose NOCO Chip Repair?
✅ Certified & Trained Technicians – Our team follows industry-best practices to ensure high-quality repairs.
✅ Advanced Repair Process – We use the latest tools and optically matched resin for the best possible results.
✅ Prevents Costly Replacements – Repairing a chip or crack early saves you money by avoiding a full windshield replacement.
✅ Mobile Service Available – We come to you for convenient and hassle-free service.
What to Expect After a Repair
While our process restores structural integrity and significantly improves visual clarity, you should expect some minor scars to remain visible. Our goal is to improve the appearance by 80% while ensuring your windshield is strong and safe.
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