While these kits are effective for addressing small damage, it's essential to note that they are not suitable for repairing extensive cracks or damage that impairs the driver's line of sight, in which case professional auto glass replacement may be necessary.

Driven Brands purchased the company for $170 million. “[The acquisition of Auto Glass Now] really does solidify our position as an industry player,” Macaluso says.

Advanced tech in newer model cars makes windshield replacement expensive. Aligning cameras and sensors helps ensure advanced safety features work correctly, but the calibration adds to the windshield replacement cost.

Using a DIY repair kit on a small enough chip on your windshield will stop the crack from expanding but will not remove the damage from your vehicle. A repair kit purpose is to aid against further splintering in your windshield when it flexes due to weather.