Can I get my windscreen replaced for free?

Mike Flanagan 25 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

In short: no. Whilst some windscreen chips can be repaired for free under your insurance windscreen cover, windscreen replacement almost always carries a cost. Read on to find out when you might pay only the excess, and when you’ll have to cover the full bill yourself.How Windscreen Cover WorksMa...

ADAS Calibration: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It’s Done

Mike Flanagan 22 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have become common in modern cars – think of features like automatic emergency braking or lane-keeping that gently steer you back in lane. But to work properly, these high-tech safety systems need to be calibrated correctly. In this article, we’ll explain...

Book Your Windscreen Replacement Online – No Call Centres, No Waiting, No Waffle

Mike Flanagan 22 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

A flying stone, a sudden crack, that sinking feeling… and then the dread of phoning around for quotes. We’ve all been there. But you don’t need to queue for a call centre or wait for someone to “get back to you”. You can sort it yourself, right now, in a couple of minutes.The old way (and why it’...

The Cost of Windscreen Replacement - Explained

Wondering how much windscreen replacement costs?

Mike Flanagan 22 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Replacing a car windscreen isn’t exactly a cheap afternoon project. In fact, when drivers first hear the price, they often do a double-take (and perhaps utter a few choice words under their breath). Why on earth does a sheet of glass cost so much? As it turns out, there’s more to your windscreen ...

Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen?

Mike Flanagan 14 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement Hints and Tips

In a summary, while it’s not automatically illegal to drive with a tiny chip or hairline crack in your windscreen, the law does draw the line when that damage begins to impair your vision. Under the Road Traffic Act, you’re responsible for keeping your vehicle safe, and a cracked windscreen can l...

Clear View Ahead: The VW Golf Windscreen and Its Care

Mike Flanagan 14 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

The Volkswagen Golf is a beloved hatchback icon with over 35 million sold worldwide, and its windscreen plays a big part in why drivers trust it. A clear, intact windscreen isn’t just for looking sharp – it’s vital for safety. In fact, a cracked or chipped screen can blur your view of the road or...

BMW 1 Series Windscreen Replacement Guide: Costs, Process & Top Tips

Mike Flanagan 09 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

Looking out of a spider-webbed windscreen on your BMW 1 Series is like trying to enjoy a saucy rom-com with your specs on upside down—frustrating and a bit daft. Getting that crystal-clear view back is simpler than parallel parking in Croydon. Here’s your guide to BMW 1 Series windscreen replacem...

Behind the Green Glass: The Secret to UV-Free, Glare-Free Driving

Mike Flanagan 09 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

In today’s episode of the UKWindscreens blog, we’re busting myths about that barely-there green wash on your entire windscreen. It’s not mood lighting, and it certainly isn’t algae—around 85 per cent of UK windscreens come with this sage-tinted glass straight from the factory. Here’s why it’s a b...

UK Windscreen Insurance: Claiming for Chips & Replacements

Mike Flanagan 08 Jul 2025

Windscreen Replacement

When you notice a chip or crack in your windscreen, it’s natural to wonder whether you should claim on your insurance or pay for the repair yourself. Let’s talk through the pros and cons:Pros of claiming on windscreen insuranceNo upfront costIf you’ve got comprehensive cover with a dedicated glas...

Posts in Windscreen Replacement category

Can I get my windscreen replaced for free?

ADAS Calibration: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It’s Done

Book Your Windscreen Replacement Online – No Call Centres, No Waiting, No Waffle

The Cost of Windscreen Replacement - Explained

Wondering how much windscreen replacement costs?

Is it legal to drive with a cracked windscreen?

Clear View Ahead: The VW Golf Windscreen and Its Care

BMW 1 Series Windscreen Replacement Guide: Costs, Process & Top Tips

Behind the Green Glass: The Secret to UV-Free, Glare-Free Driving

UK Windscreen Insurance: Claiming for Chips & Replacements

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