Being on the road during winter requires dealing with slippery, dangerous roads. Off the road, we deal with buildups of ice and snow on our cars. Before setting out again, you have to remove any ice and snow from your auto glass to maintain a clear view of the road. We might not notice it at first, but removing ice and snow can cause cracks on the car’s auto glass that expand further from the pressure we exert when scraping off ice. When cracks become large and block your view of the road, call for expert auto glass replacement in Brampton. To prolong the life of your car’s auto glass, here are alternative methods you can use to remove ice and avoid future damage.

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Here are good alternatives to scraping ice off your car’s auto glass:

Use a Remote Start System

A new feature in cars these days is a remote start system. With it, you can simply press a button and start your car even before you enter. By doing this when you are a few steps away from your car, you can warm it up while you are preparing to leave. When your car warms from the inside, the snow and ice buildup on the glass will melt due to the heat. You can then use your car’s windshield wipers or a snow brush you have ready to remove the last bits of ice or snow left. If your car does not come with this feature, you can get one installed, but at quite the price. In its place, you can also make a quick run out to your car, start it and turn on the heat and leave it running for a few minutes so it warms up when you are ready to leave.

Cover Your Windshield

A simple cover, such as a large tarp, towel or sheet can save you the trouble of scraping ice off your car’s auto glass.With a cover, you can help prevent large stress cracks on the glass that require windshield replacement or large repairs. Instead of accumulating on the glass, snow and ice fall on the cover. When you are ready to leave, simply remove the cover and shake off the ice and snow it absorbed. This gives you a clear windshield and a good view of the road. To remove remaining frost, start your car and warm it up for a few minutes before leaving.

Spray Rubbing Alcohol and Water

You can use a simple mixture of rubbing alcohol, lukewarm water and dishwashing liquid to thaw ice on your car’s glass. This helps you avoid scraping it off and causing cracks to develop and widen. Use a bottle with a spray cap and fill it ⅓ rubbing alcohol, ⅔ lukewarm water and a few drops of dishwashing liquid. Spray the mixture on your car’s glass and wipe it off with a towel as the ice melts. You can add more of the mixture as you need. Just remember to use lukewarm water, as hot water causes a great contrast in temperature, causing pressure on the glass and leading it to break.

Get Expert Auto Glass Replacement

If you used to scrape ice off your car’s glass or just recently switched to these alternative ice removal methods but found cracks, get professional help for auto glass repairs or replacement. With fast, reliable and affordable service, you can safely get back on  the Brampton roads with good visibility! Large cracks directly affect your view of the road and seriously threaten your safety on the road. Ice and snow will continue to build up this winter, but you can steer clear of their effects with expert auto glass replacement and these alternative methods for future care.

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