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Windshield Replacement in Ann Arbor, MI

When does a windshield need to be fully replaced instead of repaired?

A windshield typically needs full replacement when a crack is longer than about 3 inches, the damage reaches the edge of the glass, there are multiple chips or cracks, or the damage sits directly in the driver's line of sight. A2 Auto Glass replaces windshields with OEM-quality glass and proper urethane adhesive so the glass meets factory safety standards, and most replacements are completed the same day, including any ADAS calibration your vehicle needs afterward.

Signs You Need a Full Replacement

• A crack longer than about 3 inches

• Damage that reaches the edge of the windshield

• Multiple chips or cracks on one windshield

• Damage sitting directly in the driver's line of sight

• A windshield that's been shattered or severely compromised


If your damage falls into any of these categories, repair isn't a safe long-term fix. The glass needs to come out and be replaced.

How Windshield Replacement Works

  1.  We remove the damaged windshield and prep the frame 2
  2. A new, OEM-quality windshield is set using proper urethane adhesive to meet factory safety standards
  3. The adhesive is given proper cure time before the vehicle is driven
  4. If your vehicle has a camera or sensor mounted on the windshield for driver assist features, we perform the required ADAS calibration in house before you leave
  5. We handle the insurance paperwork and billing directly with your provider

SIKA Certified Technicians

All A2 Auto Glass service technicians are SIKA certified. Your windshield is an important component of your vehicle, and we take our job and your safety very seriously. We use premium Sika brand urethane adhesive and always meet and exceed all quality and safety standards and procedures for urethane, primers, and safe drive-away times.

Windshield Replacement and ADAS Calibration

Most vehicles built in the last several years use a forward-facing camera or sensor mounted on the windshield to run features like lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. Replacing the glass shifts that camera's position, even if only slightly, which means it has to be recalibrated to work correctly again.


 A2 Auto Glass handles this in house. Our technicians perform the ADAS calibration your vehicle needs right after the new windshield goes in, in the same visit, so you're not sent to a dealership or separate specialty shop for a step your car needs to see the road correctly.

In-Shop or Mobile Replacement

Most replacements can be done at our Ann Arbor shop or at your home or office through our mobile service, depending on your vehicle and the calibration equipment it requires.

Why Ann Arbor Drivers Choose A2 Auto Glass

• Locally owned and operated in Ann Arbor since 1962

• We accept all major insurance and assist you in filing your claim

• Lifetime warranty for leaks and workmanship on windshield replacement as long as you own your vehicle

• Free loaner car while your vehicle is in the shop

• Senior citizen and military discounts available

• We match qualified competitors' offers (restrictions apply)

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Windshield repair FAQs in ann arbor, MI

  • How do I know if I need a full windshield replacement instead of a repair?

    Cracks longer than about 3 inches, damage at the edge of the glass, multiple chips, or damage in your direct line of sight all typically mean the windshield needs to be replaced rather than repaired.

  • How long does windshield replacement take?

    Most replacements at A2 Auto Glass are completed same day. Exact time depends on the vehicle and whether ADAS calibration is needed afterward.

  • Will my insurance cover windshield replacement?

    We work with all major insurance companies and are a preferred provider on most networks. We handle the paperwork directly and can help you understand what your policy covers, including possible deductible

    assistance.

  • Do I need calibration after a windshield replacement?

    If your vehicle has a camera or sensor mounted on the windshield for driver assist features, yes. A2 Auto Glass performs that calibration in house in the same visit.

  • Is it safe to drive right after a windshield replacement?

    The adhesive needs proper time to cure before the vehicle is driven. Our technicians will let you know the safe wait time for your specific vehicle and the adhesive used.

  • Do you offer mobile windshield replacement?

    In many cases, yes. Some vehicles require calibration equipment only available in our shop, in which case we'll let you know and schedule accordingly.