Auto Glass Corrosion and Rust

When a vehicle comes in for glass service, Glass Doctor of Seattle & Tacoma inspects the area where the glass is going to be installed for signs of corrosion.  Signs that there might be corrosion under the windshield or other piece of automotive glass (like vent glass or the back window or back glass) include leaking, wind noise, discoloration of the paint near the window, and whether the window had ever been replaced before.

Before beginning any glass Seattle auto glass installation, your Glass Doctor of Seattle & Tacoma trained and certified specialist will conduct a vehicle pre-inspection and review the results with you.  One of the key components of that pre-inspection is inspecting for corrosion in the installation area.

From the outside of the vehicle, your trained and certified Glass Doctor of Seattle & Tacoma specialist will inspect for tell-tale signs of corrosion, including:

• Corrosion colored stains and discoloration of the paint.
• Stress cracks in the glass.
• Foreign materials under the molding.
• Raised surfaces or bubbling paint near the window or under the vinyl top.
• Sealants or urethanes near the window that may have been used to patch a prior leak.

From the inside of the vehicle, the Glass Doctor of Seattle & Tacoma specialist will inspect various components for signs of corrosion before they remove the existing glass, including:

• Rust colored stains or holes on the dashboard or upholstery.
• Water stains on the inside of the vehicle that may indicate a leak.
• Loose glass.
• Pinchweld problems.
• Obvious leaks.