Summer Heat Makes Windshields More Fragile
Overheated glass will break easier under normal conditions.
Orlando, FL, August 06, 2016 --(PR.com)-- Glass is tougher than most people think. It has a tensile strength greater than steel and has been known to deflect bullets. However, when glass is overheated, above 95 degrees F, it becomes significantly more fragile.
When a windshield is excessively hot, small rocks will create bigger cracks on impact and any subsequent exposure to cool water can cause increased cracking and chipping. Rapid cooling from the air conditioner can also cause “thermal shock” which makes the glass further separate.
To prevent rapid temperature changes from ruining your windshield, follow these tips from SuperGlass Windshield Repair, a top-rated glass repair company:
“Start your air conditioner on low and cool it gradually to avoid a rapid temperature change that can cause breakage,” says company president David Casey.
“Also, whenever possible, park in the shade on hot days, avoid slamming the doors, and repair your windshield before it breaks,” he added. He also pointed out that there are many mobile companies that will come to you to repair stone damage and small cracks, and oftentimes, your insurance company will pay for it.
SuperGlass Windshield Repair, Inc. is an Orlando headquartered franchisor of Windshield Repair, Scratch Removal from Glass and Headlight & Acrylic Repair. The company is ranked #171 in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and has over 300 locations in the USA, France, England, Germany, Korea, Canada, Nigeria and the Dominican Republic.
SuperGlass Windshield Repair, Inc.
6220 Hazeltine National Drive #118
Orlando, FL 32822
407-240-1920 – Tel
407-240-3266 – Fax
www.superglass.com
For more information: David Casey or Jeff Philips – 407-240-1029
info@superglass.com
When a windshield is excessively hot, small rocks will create bigger cracks on impact and any subsequent exposure to cool water can cause increased cracking and chipping. Rapid cooling from the air conditioner can also cause “thermal shock” which makes the glass further separate.
To prevent rapid temperature changes from ruining your windshield, follow these tips from SuperGlass Windshield Repair, a top-rated glass repair company:
“Start your air conditioner on low and cool it gradually to avoid a rapid temperature change that can cause breakage,” says company president David Casey.
“Also, whenever possible, park in the shade on hot days, avoid slamming the doors, and repair your windshield before it breaks,” he added. He also pointed out that there are many mobile companies that will come to you to repair stone damage and small cracks, and oftentimes, your insurance company will pay for it.
SuperGlass Windshield Repair, Inc. is an Orlando headquartered franchisor of Windshield Repair, Scratch Removal from Glass and Headlight & Acrylic Repair. The company is ranked #171 in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and has over 300 locations in the USA, France, England, Germany, Korea, Canada, Nigeria and the Dominican Republic.
SuperGlass Windshield Repair, Inc.
6220 Hazeltine National Drive #118
Orlando, FL 32822
407-240-1920 – Tel
407-240-3266 – Fax
www.superglass.com
For more information: David Casey or Jeff Philips – 407-240-1029
info@superglass.com
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SuperGlass Windshield Repair, Inc.
David Armitage Casey
407-240-1920
superglass.com
David Armitage Casey
407-240-1920
superglass.com
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Summer Heat Makes Windshields More Fragile
Glass is tougher than most people think. It has a tensile strength greater than steel and has been known to deflect bullets. However, when glass is overheated, above 95 degrees F, it becomes significantly more fragile.
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