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Lake Auto Glass Inc always has been on the preferred provider list for insurance companies. However, due to significant impact of Covid-19 pandemic on the auto glass market and supply chain shortages and multiple price increases from our suppliers, Lake Auto Glass Inc has made a decision not to accept any insurance work until further notice. Below are some of the highlights of the difficulties we are currently experiencing as result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Lack of workforce Insurance work requires a full-time employee to process and obtain approvals. We cannot pass these costs to insurance companies and these costs would be a burden to our company. Finding qualify staff to perform the job Lake Auto Glass, as with many companies, are finding it more and more expensive to find quality staff, especially when insurance companies have not increased their payments. Further, the cost of freight, lack of parts due to supply-chain problems, and constant price increases from suppliers has pushed price above what insurance companies are willing to pay. Supply Chain and product shortages and multiple price increases There are severe limitations in product availability causing long long delays across the supply chain Weekly and monthly price increases have arisen from suppliers. There have been cancellations of back orders and limited quality on some purchased items. Freight costs have tripled and quadrupled from our suppliers for delivering products In summary: The cost of doing business is at least triple since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which we cannot pass to insurance companies. Large corporations involved in the auto glass market can absorb the price increase while some small businesses may not survive this Covid-19 pandemic. Some of the small businesses, such as Lake Auto Glass , Inc chooses to pay higher costs while maintaining quality products, workmanship, competitive edge and service at reduced capacity. Since Lake Auto Glass no longer accepts insurance. What option do I have?  You still have the following option if you would like us to do work for you. Although we expect full payment at time of service, we will provide you with an invoice when work is completed with your vehicle VIN number in turn you can submit a Lake Auto Glass Inc invoice to your insurance company for full reimbursement (if you have zero deductible).

At Lake Auto Glass we no longer provide mobile service. Here are factors to consider when choosing to come into the shop. While in-shop auto glass service may seem to be less convenient for the owner of the vehicle, it is better for the vehicle due to safer installation, thoroughness, and increased speed without errors. Mobile auto glass servicing is a convenient and an easy option for vehicle owners but most auto glass shops charge an extra fee to send a single technician to your location to replace a vehicle glass by themselves. Technicians must endure the elements that could compromise the safe installation of auto glass, especially when your vehicle has a smashed windshield or more than one broken window, which are very unsafe conditions. On occasion the technician may become lost, further delaying the installation. At-home installation can be rushed because a technician is late for next appointment. On occasion, the technician might bring the wrong glass auto and must reschedule the appointment. A technician's vehicle could be broken down or stuck in traffic, causing delay, as well. At Lake Auto Glass we have examined every scenario of auto glass installation. Installation can be done more safely and efficiently while cutting down on concerns. Our staff has with far superior tools and equipment to get job done right the first time and reduce errors by ensuring we have the accurate glass for your vehicle. Any issues that might arise can be communicated to customer and solved at the time of installation, without wait-time.

Lake Auto Glass we repair all kinds of chips including stone chip, rock chip bulls eye. This process involves the injection of resin into the damaged part of the glass. The success of each windshield repair varies . Windshield repair are subject to free inspections: Criteria we inspect winshield for are: 1- Contamination in damaged area 2- Damaged area is in stress area 3- Damaged area larger then a dollar bill 4-Damaged area missing more than 50% glass 5-Damaged area is in line of vision 6-Near sensor or ADAS camera system 7-Age of damage area The best outcomes are obtained when the damage area is current. It takes 20 to 30 minutes to repair a windshield. Windshield repair cost is often fully covered by your insurance company and it can be free of charge to you. As it will be paid for by your insurance company.

Rear windshield, back glass, rear windshield or rear window The rear windshield or back glass in a vehicle is a lot like the front windshield. It provides structural strength to your vehicle and clear visibility out of your rear windshield is necessary for safe driving. When your vehicle back windshield, rear windshield, back glass or rear window gets, damaged, smashed or shattered replace the window as quickly as possible to prevent outdoor elements, such as rain getting into your vehicles causing further damage. Most rear windshield. Back glass or rear window, lift gate, tailgates for domestic and foreign, vehicles typically have grids or lines used for defrosting, antenna or rear wiper many suv's, van and station wagons rear windows that opens outward on a hinge.

We repair and replace windshields and auto glass that are damaged, smashed, shattered, broken or vandalize and/or cracked 7 days a week. We accept all insurance and we are 100% insurance approved. Call Us today at 414-425-2800 or 1-800-790-0750

Windshields Laminated windshields are an important part of your vehicle. The laminated glass at the front of automobiles provides protection from penetration and is therefore a critical safety requirement. Various features can also be built into windshield such as: solar control, rain sensor, antenna, heads up display, heated wiper area, lane departure, and humidity sensor, third visor frit