Rock Chips Fixed Before They Spread

Windshield chip repair for drivers in Boise, Idaho.

A rock hits your windshield and leaves a chip, and within a few days it starts to crack and spread across your line of sight. What looked like a small problem becomes a full windshield replacement if you do not act quickly. Les Bois Automotive repairs rock chips on windshields before they turn into cracks that compromise visibility and safety. Drivers in Boise deal with gravel roads, off-roading, and highway debris that chip windshields regularly, and the shop handles these repairs quickly to prevent the damage from spreading.

The repair process involves cleaning the chip, injecting resin into the damaged area, and curing it under UV light so the glass bonds back together. This restores the structural integrity of the windshield and stops the chip from growing. Boise's temperature changes cause chips to expand into cracks faster than in milder climates, so getting the repair done as soon as possible keeps your windshield from needing full replacement.

If your windshield has a chip that needs repair in Boise, reach out to schedule the work before it spreads.

How chips are repaired and what it fixes

The shop inspects the chip to determine whether it can be repaired or if the windshield needs replacement, which depends on the size, location, and depth of the damage. Most chips smaller than a quarter can be repaired if they are not directly in the driver's line of sight or near the edge of the glass. In Boise, where off-roading and gravel roads cause frequent chips, the repair process takes about thirty minutes and is done on-site without removing the windshield.

After the repair is finished, the chip will no longer spread, and the resin restores clarity to the damaged area so it is far less visible than before. Your windshield will be structurally sound again, and you will not see the spiderweb cracks that develop when chips are left untreated. The repair also prevents moisture from seeping into the chip and clouding your view.

Not all chips can be repaired, and cracks longer than a few inches usually require full windshield replacement. The shop will explain your options and let you know whether repair or replacement makes more sense based on the damage. Repaired chips are covered by most insurance policies, often with no deductible.

Most people ask these questions first

Before scheduling a chip repair, most drivers want to know whether it will work, how long it takes, and whether the chip will still be visible afterward.

What size chip can be repaired?
Most chips smaller than a quarter can be repaired, but the location matters too, and chips directly in the driver's line of sight or near the windshield edge may require replacement instead.
How long does windshield chip repair take?
Most repairs take about thirty minutes from start to finish, including cleaning the chip, injecting resin, and curing it under UV light.
Will the chip still be visible after repair?
The chip will be much less noticeable after repair, but some discoloration or slight texture may remain depending on how deep the damage was before treatment.
Why do chips turn into cracks?
Temperature changes cause the glass to expand and contract, which puts stress on the damaged area and forces the chip to spread into longer cracks if it is not repaired quickly.
Does insurance cover windshield chip repair?
Most insurance policies cover chip repair with no deductible because fixing a chip costs far less than replacing the entire windshield, and the shop can help with the claim if needed.

Les Bois Automotive has been repairing windshield chips for drivers across Boise who want to avoid the cost and hassle of full windshield replacement. If your windshield has a chip from off-roading or highway debris, call (208) 481-0690 to schedule a repair before it spreads.