Updated August 23, 2026
Arcata drivers know cracked windshields don't wait for a convenient moment. Whether it's a rock chip from California highway debris, a stress crack from a cold morning, or a full break-in side window, the 8 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
1061 I st, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 722-3015
793 K Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 927-1404
1062 G St Ste A, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 800-6296
5251 Ericson Way, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 633-4919
747 13th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 522-7861
793 K Street, Arcata, CA 95521
707-861-4115
747 13th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 347-4027
632 9th St Ste A2, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 986-4066
Typical Arcata-area pricing, estimated from national installer data and adjusted for California labor and parts rates. Your exact quote depends on the vehicle, glass features, and whether ADAS recalibration is required.
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windshield Replacement | $265 | $405 | $550 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $550 | $745 | $1,205 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $110 | $170 |
| Side Window Replacement | $195 | $280 | $495 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $220 | $365 | $710 |
“Tech was punctual, professional, and clearly experienced. Icon Windshield doesn't cut corners and it shows in the finished work.”
Brad E. · Icon Windshield
“TJ Auto Glass Repair is my go-to. Fair, fast, and friendly. The kind of local business you want to support. They've earned every star.”
Gabriela I. · TJ Auto Glass Repair
“Five stars for Cars Windshield. Honest pricing, no upsell pressure, and the work was done right the first time. Will definitely use them again if I need more glass work.”
Michelle I. · Cars Windshield
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Arcata shops carry OEM and OEM-equivalent options for most makes.
Resin injection in 20–30 minutes. Stops the crack, often free with comprehensive insurance for California drivers.
Most Arcata shops dispatch a tech to your home, office, or job site — no driving on a cracked windshield.
Required after windshield replacement on most 2018+ vehicles for lane departure, automatic braking, and adaptive cruise.
Direct billing, deductible verification, and paperwork handled by the shop. Many California drivers pay zero out-of-pocket.
Door glass, quarter windows, rear windshields with defroster reconnection — same-day availability at most Arcata shops.
In Arcata, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $265–$550, with most drivers paying around $405. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $550 and $1,205. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$170, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Arcata area generally costs $195–$495, averaging around $280. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Arcata shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Arcata, California drivers typically runs $220–$710, with an average around $365 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Arcata auto glass shops dispatch a mobile technician to your home, office, or job site at no extra charge, so you never have to drive on a cracked windshield. Same-day mobile appointments are common throughout the Arcata area.
If you carry comprehensive coverage, windshield repair is usually covered and many California policies waive the deductible for chip repairs. Full replacements are covered too, though your deductible may apply. Arcata shops handle the paperwork and bill your carrier directly.
The replacement itself takes about an hour, plus a safe-drive-away time of roughly one hour for the adhesive to cure. If your vehicle needs ADAS calibration, add another 30–60 minutes. Most Arcata shops have you back on the road the same day.
Compare the shops listed on this page by services offered, mobile availability, and insurance billing. Look for technicians who follow AGSC safety standards and use OEM or OEM-equivalent glass, and check recent customer reviews before you book your Arcata appointment.