A recent survey suggests that up to 70% of all aftermarket windshields are installed improperly.

Like seatbelts and airbags, proper windshield installation is a vital contibutor to passenger safety in the event of an accident. Windshields serve as a backboard for the deployment of air bags, they can keep passengers inside the vehicle in the event of an accident and prevent the roof from caving in during a rollover. That's why Glass Specialist doen't cut corners. We use Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) windshields exclusively. Many of our competitors use non-OEM aftermarket windshields and call them "OEM quality". Don't be mislead - there is a difference!

Your Right to Choose:

Many insurance companies risk you and your family's safety every day by persuading their insured to use cheap glass and under-qualified installation shops in order to save money. This practice is commonly referred to as "steering" and is against the law. Kentucky State law requires insurance companies to respect their customers’ desire to use a glass shop of their choosing.. State law specifically prohibits your insurance company from using “intimidation, coercion, threat, incentive or inducement” for or against a glass shop. This includes an implied threat that something could happen to your policy or coverage if you use a particular vendor. The most common inducement is when an insurance company implies that if the vendor you choose bills more than they will pay, you will have to pay the difference. This is never true with Glass Specialist. Since most drivers are covered by comprehensive insurance, they don't need to put a price tag on safety. Your insurance covers proper replacement with OEM materials, so why not demand it?

Our Approach to Safety:

Several factors contribute to a proper windshield installation:

• Quality of the windshield
• Quality of the urethane adhesive, primers and activators
• Condition of the metal of the frame, the paint primer, and the body paint
• Knowledge, experience, expertise and thoroughness of the technician

We believe that OEM windshields are key to a quality windshield installation. The benefits of using OEM Glass over other glass include:

• Correct surface contour and fit
• Optical quality and distortion free clarity
• Solar control performance for improved efficiency and comfort
• Certified OE or OE-style check fixtures for part-to-part consistency
• Strong quality control program that meets vehicle manufacturer requirements

OEM adhesive products are equally important to a safe windshield installation. Some of our competetors use low-grade urethanes that can take up to 48 hours to properly cure. Glass Specialist uses a more expensive OEM urethane that has the fastest cure rate available on the market to ensure a quality and safe installation.

Free Safety Services:

At Glass Specialist, safety is our highest priority. That's why in addition to windshield safety, Glass Specialist provides these valuable services FREE OF CHARGE:

More Information on Windshield Safety:

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration