Is this windshield damage repairable?

[pmay805]

Gents, can you have a look at these pictures and tell me if this damage is repairable, or would I be better off replacing the windshield? It is below the driver viewing area, is about 15 inches across, and also appears to run to the bottom of the windshield.

[screenman]

I would not repair that, it even looks from the picture as to be damaged on both pieces of glass, see the legs behind the white pit. I am not saying it is not fillable with resin, as it is, but I would not wast my time and effort whilst not wanting to give a warranty on the end product.

[candyman]

That type of repair is not recommend by NWRA or insurance industry. Too many legs and you have dead ends into the glass edges. Not worth time or money.

[screenman]

If the crack hits two edges then definitely a no go.

[pmay805]

Is this something insurance would pay for through comprehensive? The wiper arm came down and smashed the glass due to owner's fault.

[DryStar]

Is this something insurance would pay for through comprehensive? The wiper arm came down and smashed the glass due to owner's fault.

I'm sure the insurance would pay for a replacement less their deductible, but not sure they would on an attempted repair on this one. Repair would definitely not be acceptable to me, to the customer or insurance. It's a replacement situation!

[candyman]

The last fax I got from several of the insurances companies state they do not authorize repair of a crack beyond 6 inches. Replacement, yes if you have coverage.

[pmay805]

even if it's the fault of the car owner....just stupidity or negligence?