Length of crack to repair?

[astro]

Wanting to get some feedback on how long of a crack people will attempt to repair b/f recommending to a customer to get the windshield replaced. Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks

[screenman]

In a car windshield 6 inches is my limit and this only on a crack I know is going to come out super good. In a truck or bus I do plenty of 12 inch plus, this depends on where it is and how clean it is. Hope this helps.

[Eco Steam]

It all depends on the location of the damage in the windshield. I did one this morning on the drivers side towards the bottom heading towards the passenger side about 8". Personally, I don't usually repair anything over 12" unless it's on a larger windshield (ie, RV, Bus, Commercial Vehicle).

I use my Professional judgment when I examine the damage and decide from there whether to repair or refer for replacement.

Now, I have gone and repaired cracks that are just a few inches, because other Replacement/Repair shops won't repair anything over the size of a quarter.

To each their own!

ATX
JustJay

[ghost rider]

Wanting to get some feedback on how long of a crack people will attempt to repair b/f recommending to a customer to get the windshield replaced. Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks

Most Ins. co's still say 6 in. but I think Rolags now says 12 in. ? is that right? Personally I don't think a 20 in. crack is any more difficult than a 2in. crack. I think it's more what you are comfortable with - you are the one giving the warranty. You didn't say where you are located, but that also can be a factor in your decision. I am looking at 3 or so more months of snow on the ground and that means sloppy roads with salt and sand and apple/beet juice that makes a very ugly mess on the glass. I find way too many cracks unrepairable in the winter because of this mess. If you have any seasonal variables, that can affect how long of a crack you will want to try.