How should I report a cracked windshield?

dylansalrin

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Cracked windshield on the new ride when I bought it. Can I use insurance for this? I have never had a cracked windshield where I couldn't repair it myself and with my insurance saying they pay for it, is there a certain way I should file a claim? I don't want to lie but I also don't want my premium to go up or oh a deductible for a no fault crack. Btw it's too long to repair.
 
Many companies have a windshield deductable for just such occasions. Mine is 100 and I have used it 5 times now. Saved me a bunch of coin. It changed nothing to my ins rates with two different companies.
 
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I have full coverage insurance they replaced mine no charge

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What state are you in? I'm afraid to make a claim because as soon as I do I'm trapped haha. I can't back out and say nvm I don't have a crack anymore now that I know I have to pay $200
 
In Florida, its mandatory for insurance company's to fix it at no cost. I've have several replaced over the years.
 
What state are you in? I'm afraid to make a claim because as soon as I do I'm trapped haha. I can't back out and say nvm I don't have a crack anymore now that I know I have to pay $200
I'm in Florida

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Call SafeLite Repair. They can usually tell you what your insurance will cover if you ask. They also have a discounted "cash" price if you don't want to file a claim (insurance company's discounted rate". They use mobile trucks and can come to you 9-5. Note: All shops will use non OEM glass unless you demand OEM. My insurance guarantees OEM replacement parts, but its an extra hassle.

3 vehicles. Desert highway driving. I get a lot of rock cracks/chips.

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Just called insurance. To repair the windshield is free but wisco has no laws requiring them to do anything lol so they said for a full replacement I would need to pay the $500 deductible [emoji23][emoji23] safe lite it is


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Just called insurance. To repair the windshield is free but wisco has no laws requiring them to do anything lol so they said for a full replacement I would need to pay the $500 deductible [emoji23][emoji23] safe lite it is


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$500 is quite high for "Comprehensive" deductible; usually $100. I'd ask about lowering that. It may only be a small increase in monthly premium. Worth asking...

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