These include the type of vehicle and who you choose to do the service. On average, you can expect to pay an average cost of $100 to $400 to replace your windshield, a side window, or rear car window.

Advanced tech in newer model cars makes windshield replacement expensive. Aligning cameras and sensors helps ensure advanced safety features work correctly, but the calibration adds to the windshield replacement cost.

Some of the ways Auto Glass can vary include clarity, shatter resistance, and thickness. Replacement glass that is thinner than what came from the factory can effect noise insulation and strength. Be sure to ask if the glass that will be used is not only certified, but OEM ( Original Equipment Manufacturer) equivalent.

Do-it-yourself (DIY) windshield seal repair is possible. Before you get started, it's crucial to pinpoint the exact location of the leak, so that you can put the sealant in the correct place. You would do well to use a sealant designed explicitly for windshield repair. “Do not use household-based silicone.