Check out these essential auto glass maintenance tips, including regular cleaning, dealing with weather impacts, and protective measures. With a focus on maximizing visibility and extending the lifespan of your auto glass, Centennial Glass emerges as a key ally, providing professional repair and replacement services in Blaine & White Bear Lake, MN ..read more

In this article, we've explored the essentials of windshield replacement, detailing when to opt for replacement over repair, how to choose the right windshield, its role in vehicle safety, and how Centennial Glass excels in providing top-notch service. Discover the importance of professional installation for your safety and satisfaction ..read more

In this article, we'll teach you about the essentials of auto glass repair. From understanding different types of damage and their repairs to the importance of choosing a reputable service like Centennial Glass, we cover everything to ensure your vehicle remains safe and visually unobstructed on the road ..read more

Having an auto glass replacement is kind of a big deal, so if you’ve recently replaced your vehicle’s windshield or windows, you want the installation to last, right? Unfortunately, far too many unscrupulous auto glass shops perform imprecise work using low-quality products, which results in a substandard, potentially hazardous auto glass installation. If your vehicle has recently undergone auto glass replacement, our Centennial Glass team urges you to watch for the following common issues:   Water Leaks After you have new auto glass installed, it’s important to check for the presence of ..read more

When your car’s windshield has chips and dings, or cracks, or more extensive damage, you’ve likely wondered how to tell if the repair potentials you’ve seen advertised might apply or if you need a full windshield replacement. The reason the concept seems so befuddling is there really is no clear and easy answer. Whether or not a crack can be repaired depends on the size and how soon the issue is addressed. Chips and dings can typically be repaired, unless there are enough to make it more economical to conduct a full replacement. Modern technology embedded in the window adds a new element to th ..read more

Your vehicle is exposed to harmful UV rays that can damage everything from your dashboard to your upholstery, making it important limit UV exposure. Fortunately, tinted windows can blunt the sun’s rays saving you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in repairs, not to mention helping you avoid costly accidents by keeping the sun out of your eyes. These are just a few of the benefits of tinted windows.   UV Protection Everything in the interior of your vehicle can suffer due to overexposure to sunlight. The net result being a less valuable vehicle for you, and an eye soar for everyone tha ..read more

Are you about to sell your car? When selling a vehicle you're often confronted with a decision: should you fix things with the car before selling or should you simply sell it as is? While there are some things that may be better left to the new owner -- such as minor scratches and dents -- a windshield is a more critical repair. Selling Your Car Faster Sometimes you need to sell a car fast -- or you just want to resolve the situation as soon as you can. Selling a car with a cracked or otherwise damaged windshield can be a challenge. Many buyers may not be sure how serious the issue is and they ..read more

If you find a rock chip or crack in your windshield, you should repair it immediately. The damage to the windshield can become more severe if you wait too long. Any debris or heavy rain, snow or wind can damage the glass more, and you could end up needing a windshield replacement instead of a quick windshield chip repair. Broken auto glass replacement or a windshield replacement is a lot more costly and time consuming.   Your car windshield is one of the first things people see and they will notice if the glass has even the smallest of scratches. There is an important reason to repair the ..read more

A chipped or cracked windshield can be a real nuance, but it happens to people everyday. Most of the time, there is nothing you can do to prevent it from happening. Although, you can be aware of the most common causes and hopefully be able to avoid windshield chip repair or a windshield replacement. The following is a list of the most common causes of a chipped windshield or a cracked windshield.   Airborne Rocks The roads and highways are covered with a variety of rocks such as pebbles, gravel and asphalt. When a car drives over the rocks especially at a high speed, the rocks get stirred ..read more

There are several types of windshield cracks, the majority of windshield chips and cracks come from small rocks or debris lodged or picked up by the tires from the cars driving near you. These rocks and debris are then released from the tires and ends up hitting your windshield. Let’s look at some of the common types of windshield damage and whether repair or replacement would be a suitable course of action. These are most common windshield crack types:   Ding/Chip/Stone Break – This type of windshield damage is one of the most common, it’s  general ..read more