This means dealing with the glass shop, being without your car for a day or two, having a potentially leaky windshield and, ...

This means dealing with the glass ... kit you use, remember to start with an absolutely dry windshield that's somewhere near room temperature. You don't want to trap any water in the repair ...

Few things can make you more furious than a rock flying up and chipping your windshield. Not only does it make your car look janky, but it can also impact your visibility and be a safety hazard.

This is one reason manufacturers encourage making the repair as quickly as possible. Use the razor blade that came with the kit to pull any debris or loose glass out of the crack or chip.