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Windscreen Chip & Crack Repair Auckland

Resin injection repair for chips and small cracks. Stops the damage spreading and restores structural integrity. Often free under insurance with no excess.

Quick Summary

  • Resin injection repair for chips and cracks under 50mm
  • Stops the crack spreading and restores structural integrity
  • Quick repair — usually completed in 30 minutes
  • Often free under insurance with no excess
  • Private repair cost: $80-$150
  • Mobile repair available across Greater Auckland

When Can a Chip Be Repaired?

Not all windscreen damage needs a full replacement. A chip or small crack can often be repaired with resin injection if it meets these criteria:

  • Size: Smaller than a $2 coin (under 50mm in diameter)
  • Location: Not in the driver's direct line of sight (the critical vision area)
  • Depth: Only the outer layer of laminated glass is damaged
  • Type: Bullseye, star, or small crack — not a long spreading crack

If the damage is larger, in the driver's vision area, or has already spread, replacement is the only safe option. We will give you honest advice when we inspect the damage.

How Resin Injection Repair Works

1

Clean the Damage

The chipped area is thoroughly cleaned to remove moisture, dirt, and debris.

2

Inject the Resin

A special clear resin is injected into the chip under pressure, filling the entire damaged area.

3

Cure with UV Light

The resin is cured with a UV light, hardening it to the strength of the original glass.

4

Polish and Inspect

The surface is polished smooth and the repair is inspected for clarity and strength.

Benefits of Repair vs Replacement

  • Cost: Repair is significantly cheaper than replacement ($80-$150 vs $650+)
  • Time: Repair takes 30 minutes; replacement takes 2+ hours
  • Insurance: Often free under insurance with no excess and no claim on your record
  • Environment: Less waste — your original glass stays in place
  • Structural integrity: The resin restores the glass strength to near-original levels

Does Repair Affect My WOF?

In New Zealand, a repaired chip is acceptable for a Warrant of Fitness (WOF) if the repair is clean, the damage is not in the critical vision area, and the chip is under 50mm. Our repairs are done to a standard that passes WOF inspection. If the damage is in the critical area, we will recommend replacement rather than repair.

Insurance — Often Free

Most comprehensive insurance policies in NZ cover chip repair with no excess. This means you pay nothing out of pocket, and it usually does not affect your no-claims bonus. We can invoice your insurer directly for the repair. We work with 36+ NZ insurance companies.

Mobile Chip Repair

We offer mobile chip repair across Greater Auckland. If the chip is repairable, we can come to your home, workplace, or roadside and fix it on the spot. Call 0800 757-985 to describe the damage and we will advise if repair is suitable.

📞 Call 0800 757-985 Glass Enquiry

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📞 0800 757-985 Glass Enquiry