A windshield repair is only as good as the safety behind it. One weak spot can turn a small chip into a shattered view during a crash. At Save On Auto Glass, we treat every fix like it’s for our own family.
We follow strict rules, use proven tools, and train our techs nonstop. Customers leave knowing their glass meets or beats factory strength. This guide shows exactly how we keep you safe on every job.
You’ll see our step-by-step process, the standards we never skip, and real examples of what happens when corners are cut. Let’s pull back the curtain on safe repairs.
Federal law demands windshields hold up in crashes. They must block 70 percent of light, resist penetration, and stay laminated. The DOT stamp proves it passed the tests.
Your glass also supports the roof. In a rollover, it can take 10,000 pounds of force. Weak repairs collapse that protection. We’ve seen failed fixes in crash reports—shattered glass, injured drivers.
Standards aren’t optional. They’re the line between a minor ding and a major risk. We live by them every day.
The Auto Glass Safety Council sets AGRSS rules. Certified shops must use proper adhesive, cure times, and safe removal methods. We renew our certification yearly.
AGRS means no shortcuts. Old urethane scraped clean, new beads applied evenly, full cure before driving. One missed step and the bond fails under stress.
Our walls display the AGRSS plaque. Customers see it and know we’re held accountable.
Every car gets a 20-point check before we touch the glass. Frame bends, rust, or old adhesive get flagged. A twisted pinch weld can crack new glass in weeks.
We scan for ADAS cameras and sensors. Damage near them triggers extra care. One overlooked rust spot once caused a $1,200 redo—we caught it early next time.
Photos document everything. You get a copy, and so do we. Transparency builds trust.
Heated knives and piano wire slice old urethane without scratching paint. Cold knives risk chipping the body. We banned them years ago.
Vacuum lifters hold the glass steady. No drops, no frame twists. A bent frame throws alignment off by millimeters—enough to fail inspection.
We mask trim and cover interiors. One speck of broken glass in the vents means hours of cleanup. Prevention is faster than repair.
UV-cured resin fills chips and bonds layers. Cheap resin yellows or cracks in heat. We use Dow Automotive Betamate—OEM-grade and DOT-approved.
Viscosity matters. Thin resin for hairline cracks, thick for bull’s-eyes. Wrong mix and the repair clouds or pops out on the highway.
Our techs test cure under 1,000-watt lamps. Full hardness in 60 seconds. You drive away with invisible strength.
Eight steps, zero shortcuts. Each takes minutes but saves lives.
Adhesive needs 60 minutes at 70 °F for safe drive-away. Cold weather? We use heaters and extend to two hours. Fast-cure chemicals weaken bonds—we don’t touch them.
A customer once insisted on 30 minutes. We said no. He waited, thanked us later when the glass held in a fender bender.
Your safety sets the clock, not the schedule.
Tap tests check for hollow spots. Flex tests push the glass gently. Any movement means redo.
We drive the car ourselves. Brakes, bumps, highway speeds. If it holds for us, it holds for you.
A final wipe-down and photo log close the job. You get a warranty card good for life.
Techs train 40 hours yearly. Factory classes on new models, ADAS updates, and resin science. Certifications expire without refreshers.
Monthly safety drills. One month it’s safe removal, next it’s cure time. Mistakes in practice, perfection on your car.
New hires shadow veterans for 90 days. No solo jobs until they pass blind tests.
Bridge injectors apply exact pressure. UV meters confirm cure strength. Torque wrenches hit factory specs on camera brackets.
Digital levels check frame flatness to 0.1 degree. One crooked install and the whole job fails.
We invest $15,000 yearly in gear. Cheap tools cost more in comebacks.
Vans carry heated tents for cold days. Generators power UV lamps anywhere. Same standards, different zip code.
Flat parking only. We measure slope with a digital gauge. Uneven ground warps the bond.
One job on a sloped driveway cracked overnight. Lesson learned—we level first now.
Claims require AGRSS proof. We upload certificates with every invoice. No delays, no denials.
Zero-deductible glass riders love our paperwork. One form, direct billing, done.
A shop down the street skipped cure time. Insurance flagged it, and the customer paid out of pocket. We prevent that hassle.
We audit every job. Red flags mean retraining.
A mom’s minivan took a rock hit. We repaired a star chip in 30 minutes. Six months later she rolled in a deer strike—glass held, airbags deployed, family walked away.
Another shop patched a crack with silicone. It spread across the windshield at 70 mph. Driver swerved, lucky escape. Our redo followed AGRSS to the letter.
Safety isn’t luck. It's a process.
Cracks over six inches, edge damage, or multiple chips mean replacement. We measure twice and explain why.
Trying to fill a long crack risks shattering under stress. Better a new shield than a false fix.
We turn down unsafe repairs. Your trust matters more than the sale.
Lifetime warranty on repairs. Leak or spread and we fix it for free. Mobile or shop, same promise.
Free loaner cars if cure time runs long. Coffee and Wi-Fi while you wait.
Drivers looking for proven safety often search save on auto glass to find shops that put standards first. It’s peace of mind in a sentence.
Small habits, big protection.
Curious when repair won’t cut it? Read our full guide on repair vs replace next. It’s the roadmap to smart decisions.
Safety standards aren’t checkboxes—they’re lifelines. Every resin drop, every cure minute, every torque click keeps you protected.
At Save On Auto Glass, we obsess over the details so you don’t have to. AGRSS-certified, fully trained, fully equipped. You get more than a repair—you get peace of mind.
See damage? Reach out today. We’ll make it right, make it strong, and send you home safe.
Save On Auto Glass, based in Sterling Heights (43917 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48314), is a trusted, locally owned auto glass repair and replacement company serving Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan since 1998. Specialising in fast, affordable windshield repair, full auto glass replacement, power window repair, back glass replacement, and ADAS safety system recalibration, the company provides both in-shop and mobile service for maximum convenience. Known for its lifetime warranty, deductible assistance, and commitment to fair pricing, Save On Auto Glass is backed by hundreds of 5-star customer reviews and certified technicians, operating with same-day availability and easy scheduling through their website https://saveonautoglass.com or on their primary line, +1 586-991-5339.
Name: Save On Auto Glass
Address: 43917 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48314, United States
Phone: 586-991-5339
Website: https://www.saveonautoglass.com/