Auto glass is just like that old friend that never lets you down–until one day he’s nowhere to be found. One moment, you’re cruising Ocean Boulevard. The very next morning, a rogue pebble turns your windshield into shattered rainbows. Now you’re typing onto the Google search bar “Myrtle Beach, SC Cheap Auto Glass Replacement” faster than you can say “all you can eat crab legs.”

There are affordable solutions avaiable. Look at Jake for example. He is a local Uber driver who during the past summer season found himself to be the unwitting victim of a stray golf ball. “I figured I’d have to sell a kidney.” he laughs. Instead, he located a local shop close to the Boardwalk which fixed it up for less than the price of one fancy meal.

cheap doesn’t mean crap In a word. Many shops use quality aftermarket glass That fits like a glove-or Nearly. Alright, it may not be OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) but it will keep the rain out and the gravy off of your back “We have something for all budgets.” says Maria, a technician at a Kings Highway repair facility. “You do not have to go broke in order to stay safe.”

Insurance can be helpful. Most Policies cover glass replacement, often with a low deductible or no deductible at all. Pro tip: Call your insurer before doing anything. Some shops deal a lot directly with insurers, thus saving you a lot of unnecessary bother & effort with paperwork.

Timing matters. Leave a chip unattended today, and tomorrow’s drive may start looking a bit like observing things through an assortment of broken kaleidoscope booths. Even worse yet, South Carolina law could end up ticketing you should the crack block your view. Nothing ruins a vacation quicker than the beam of a policeman’s flashlight; believe me.

And the DIY kits? God bless them. They’re just like using duct tape on a sinking kayak. Fine for the tiny pits, but for Myrtle Beach’s varying moods; pros are what you need. There’s a problem with curing. Humidity messes this up. Sand gets into all kinds of things.

A tidbit you may not have known: your windshield does more than just keep wind and rain off. it’s actually an integral part of your car’s construction. Cracked glass weakens the roof in rollovers. So—you know—this is kind of a big deal.