Windscreen chip repair in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional windscreen chip repair help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable vehicle services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Ottery St Mary
Small windscreen chips repaired professionally. Resin injected to fill and seal the damage, stop it spreading into cracks. Often covered by insurance with no excess.
### Got a Chip in Your Windscreen?
Stone flicked up by a lorry, something hit the screen - suddenly you've got a chip. Ignore it and **it will spread**. Temperature changes, vibration, another bump in the road - that chip turns into a crack across your whole windscreen.
Then you're looking at full windscreen replacement. £200-500 depending on your car, loss of no-claims if you claim on insurance, hassle of finding somewhere to do it.
Or get the chip repaired now for £60. Stops it spreading, often covered by insurance anyway. Takes 30-40 minutes at your place.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Most comprehensive insurance covers chip repair with no excess and no impact on no-claims. Check your policy before paying yourself.
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### Why Repair Quickly Matters
Chips spread fast:
| ✅ Repaired Quick | ❌ Left Too Long | |------------------|-----------------| | Chip sealed, won't spread | Crack spreads across screen | | £60 repair (or insurance covers) | £200-500 replacement | | No-claims unaffected | Claim affects no-claims | | Done in 30 minutes | Day without car for replacement |
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### What You Get
**🔧 Professional Repair**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|-------------| | **Assess damage** | Check if repairable or needs replacement | | **Prep chip** | Clean debris, dry thoroughly | | **Inject resin** | Fill damage with optical resin | | **Cure & polish** | UV cure, polish smooth |
**📦 You're Left With** - Chip sealed and stabilized - Won't spread into crack - Much less visible - MOT-passable if in right area
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### Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |---------|----------------|------------| | Single chip repair | 30-45 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Often covered by insurance - check your policy.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **Fresh chip, not spread yet** - repair before it cracks
✅ **MOT coming up** - fix before it fails
✅ **Don't want full replacement** - repair much cheaper
✅ **Insurance might cover** - check and save money
Why Choose Us for Windscreen chip repair in Ottery St Mary?
Stop chip spreading to crack
Save replacing whole windscreen
Often covered by insurance
Quick repair, same day
What to Expect
### Step 1: Assess I look at the chip - size, location, whether it's cracked. Tell you if it's repairable or if you need a new screen. ### Step 2: Repair Clean the damage, inject optical resin to fill it completely. This seals the chip and stops moisture getting in. ### Step 3: Cure & Finish UV light cures the resin hard. Polish it smooth so it's less visible. Check it's sealed properly. Job done.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🚗 **Chip turned into a crack?** Once it's cracked, repair won't work - you need full windscreen replacement. Don't leave chips hoping they'll be fine. **MOT due soon?** Get chips repaired before the test. MOT rules on windscreen damage are strict - better to fix it now than fail and need expensive replacement urgently. **Multiple chips?** If you've got several, insurance might prefer to replace the whole screen rather than repair multiple chips. They'll advise.
Frequently Asked Questions about Windscreen chip repair in Ottery St Mary
Can all windscreen chips be repaired?
Most can, but not all. Small chips (coin-sized or smaller) away from the driver's direct line of sight are usually repairable. Large chips, cracks, damage at the edge of the screen, or chips right in the driver's view often need full windscreen replacement. I'll tell you honestly if yours can be fixed.
Will the chip completely disappear?
It'll be much less visible but not invisible. Chip repair fills the damage with resin to stop it spreading - it stabilizes it and makes it safe. You'll probably still see where it was if you look for it, but it won't spread into a crack.
Does insurance cover chip repairs?
Often yes - many comprehensive policies cover chip repair without affecting your no-claims. Usually no excess to pay either. Check your policy or give your insurer a ring. If it's covered, I can invoice them directly.
How long does chip repair take?
About 30-40 minutes usually. Resin needs time to cure properly. Can't rush it or the repair won't last. I do it at your place - no need to drive anywhere.
Will a repaired chip pass MOT?
If it's repaired properly and not in the driver's line of sight, yes. MOT rules allow certain repaired damage. Chips bigger than 10mm in Zone A (the driver's view) or bigger than 40mm elsewhere will fail. If yours is marginal, I'll advise whether repair is worth doing or if replacement is needed for MOT.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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