What Happens If You Ignore a Small Windshield Crack for 30 Days?
You notice it one morning while backing out of the driveway. A small crack, maybe a couple of inches long, sitting just off to the side of your line of sight. It is not in a terrible spot, the car drives fine, and you have a busy week ahead. So you tell yourself you will deal with it later. Most drivers in Burlington have been there. And honestly, one crack does not feel like an emergency. But what actually happens over the next 30 days if you leave it alone? The answer is worth knowing before you decide to wait. Week 1: It Does Not Look Like Much is Happening In the first few days, a small windshield crack can look exactly the same. The glass holds, the car drives normally, and nothing feels off. This is actually the most common reason people delay repair. There are no obvious signs of things getting worse. What you cannot see, though, is that the structural integrity of the glass has already changed at the point of damage. The crack creates a weak spot, and everyday things like road...