Frequently asked questions
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replacement.
http://www.flsenate.gov Here you can verify all Florida state laws pertaining to your replacement.
(627.7288) Comprehensive coverage; deductible not to apply to motor vehicle glass.—The deductible provisions of any policy of motor vehicle insurance, delivered or issued in this state by an authorized insurer, providing comprehensive coverage or combined additional coverage shall not be applicable to damage to the windshield of any motor vehicle covered under such policy.
With Comprehensive coverage the deductible is waived and there is $0.00 out of pocket cost to replace your windshield ONLY.
Any other glass on your vehicle is typically subject to your deductible.
If you do NOT have comprehensive coverage, you ARE responsible for you deductible.
Contact us first, and we will determine whether going through insurance is right for you.
Glass claims should NOT affect your premium, as they are part of your comprehensive coverage and you are not deemed at fault for these types of claims. As such, it is VERY UNLIKELY you will see your rates increase because of a glass repair or replacement.
you may get your windshield repaired or replaced as often as needed at NO COST TO YOU as long as your policy carries comprehensive coverage. Your windshield is part of the safety equipment on your car and absorbs impact during a rollover accident. The integrity of your windshield must always be maintained, through repair or replacement.
Windshield repair technology is a rapidly advancing industry, so the ability to repair large chips changes often and can vary depending on the repair company. Generally speaking, repairs are performed on chips smaller than a quarter, unless in the direct line of sight of the driver.
This simply determines whether you have the OPTION between repair and replace. Outside of these parameters the choice is yours.
Windshield REPAIRS are designed to place the structural integrity into your vehicle.
- Cosmetically repairs will ONLY reduce visibility of the damage.
Windshield REPLACEMENT restores your vehicle to 100% factory settings.
THE CHOICE IS YOURS, NOT THE GLASS SHOPS OR THE INSURANCE!
Big Boyz Autoglass is a mobile auto glass shop. We come to you, for your convenience.
There are many very important safety reasons to consider when contemplating whether a damaged windshield should be replaced.
- Delaying the replacement of a damaged windshield will not only impair the driver’s visibility, but it can also affect the overall integrity of the vehicle. The car’s structural integrity and design performance in the event of a crash depends on the strength of the windshield.
- When your passenger airbag deploys it strikes the windshield at approximately 200 MPH before its initial contact with the passenger. A cracked windshield may not support the impact of the airbag, therefore failing to deploy properly and putting you at risk to unnecessary injuries.
- Your windshield plays an important role to supporting the roof of your vehicle. With a cracked windshield you are at higher risk of the weight of your car collapsing on the seating area in case of an accident.
Overall, the safety of you and your passengers’ lives are worth much more than the cost (if any to you) and time of replacing a broken windshield.
No. There are several manufacturers of automotive glass. and the quality varies from one company to another. Big Boyz AutoGlass focuses on QUALITY.
- OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturer
- OE – Original Equivalent
OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. This glass carries the logo of the original manufacturer and establishes the standard and specs for replacement glass.
In general, insurance companies will only approve OEM glass under 2 circumstances:
- If your vehicle is CURRENT MODEL YEAR
- In the case of certain vehicles, with specific features/accessories.
OE stands for Original Equivalent. The vast majority of insurance companies approve these products for replacements. There is a BIG difference in quality depending on the manufacturer. Insist on OE products from PGW, Pilkington and FYG. These companies are actually the manufacturer of many OEM glass products, so you truly are getting an Original Equivalent.
Prioritizing quality:
- With approval from the insurance we use OEM.
- When OEM is not approved we use OE.
- Windshield repairs, take approximately 30 Minutes and your safe to drive immediately.
- Windshield replacements, take approximately 1 -1.5 hrs. depending on the vehicle and if there is any existing issues that need to be addressed. With our “fast cure” urethane(glue) you are safe to drive 30 minutes after install.
*The technician will always address any issues with you prior to working on the vehicle.
Yes.
Big Boyz AutoGlass stands behind our work. Every install comes with a our limited lifetime warranty, automotive glass is warranted against defects in material or workmanship for as long as you own the vehicle in which the glass is installed.
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