Selecting A Colorado Springs Auto Glass Provider
With the plethora of Colorado Springs auto glass providers located in the area
, it can be a daunting task to try and select one when you need one. Just like trying to select a dentist in a new town, trying to make a choice can seem like a roll of the dice, there simply is not enough information to choose rationally.When things were simpler and there were not so many to choose between, one simply went to the local service station and asked them who they recommended for windshield replacement. Unfortunately, there really is not a local service station anymore, and specialist can all handle your needs.
Who to ask? It needs to be someone you can trust and someone who knows something about automobile repair and specifically windshield repair and replacement. One answer is your very own auto insurance carrier. They deal with fixing everything on any vehicle in any city, so Colorado Springs should not be any different. They will have advice on which to go to for you auto glass needs, and if you have a good company, they are always happy to help, even if you are not filing a claim.
Next it is worth performing an internet search for the businesses your insurance provider came up with. Your online research will make it easier to pick a winner. Find out where they are located, and use that as a factor to narrow your search to three or four possible providers.
While checking out their web page, determine whether they specialize in auto glass repair or are a whole vehicle repair facility. You could even check with the better business bureau to see if there any complaints against them. Do not forget to record their telephone contact information for further research and to get in touch with them for an appointment.
You are getting close to a selection now, but do not make a decision until you have called all of them on your short list. How they handle you inquiry should make a difference in your final decision. After all, regardless their reputation, they are people and you have to deal with them. Do they appear knowledgeable and efficient, or are you relegated to listening to elevator music while someone in the back gets paged to answer your questions.
Since you are dealing with one of the safety features of your automobile, you want it repaired or replaced with quality parts. Ask to speak with one of the installers and ask if they provide original equipment manufactured (OEM) glass. Some places will automatically use a lower grade replacement glass to keep the overall cost down. This is acceptable, but you want to be the one making the decision; its your vehicle.
The last thing you will want to know from all the finalists is just how long you will be without your vehicle, and if there is anything they can do to help out, like providing a loaner vehicle. Now that you have done your homework on this issue, you should be able to make a rationale choice of who to provide your auto glass in Colorado Springs.
by: Bart Steele