Updated August 23, 2026
Glendale 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 12 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
3829 San Fernando Rd., Glendale, CA 91204
(888) 774-0517
206 N Jackson Street, Glendale, CA 91206
323-274-2221
1000 N Central Avenue, Glendale, CA 91202
323-319-2420
312 E Maple Street, Glendale, CA 91205
818-391-1933
600 Sonora Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 638-0706
4310 San Fernando Rd, Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 574-7884
415 W Palmer Ave, Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 435-6642
425 E Colorado St, Ste 700, Glendale, CA 91205
(818) 794-6994
1546 Victory Boulevard, Glendale, CA 91201
818-937-0369
413 S Central Ave, Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 334-4211
315 Arden Ave #4, Glendale, CA 91203
(818) 748-9244
4205 San Fernando Road, Glendale, CA 91204
(818) 492-4109
Typical Glendale-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 | $270 | $415 | $560 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $560 | $760 | $1,230 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $110 | $175 |
| Side Window Replacement | $200 | $285 | $505 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $220 | $375 | $725 |
“Crest Auto Glass did a great job on my rear window. Booked online, got a confirmation, tech arrived in the window they promised. Smooth experience top to bottom.”
Travis R. · Crest Auto Glass
“Decent work from Windshield Zone. Took a little longer than quoted but the install looks good and price was fair. Would use them again.”
Carlos A. · Windshield Zone
“Fleet manager here — we use Budget Auto Glass Inc for all our company vehicle glass work in Glendale. They are responsive, fair, and we have never had a callback on their work.”
Donna O. · Budget Auto Glass Inc
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Glendale 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 Glendale 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 Glendale shops.
In Glendale, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $270–$560, with most drivers paying around $415. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $560 and $1,230. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$175, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Glendale area generally costs $200–$505, averaging around $285. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Glendale shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Glendale, California drivers typically runs $220–$725, with an average around $375 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Glendale 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 Glendale 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. Glendale 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 Glendale 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 Glendale appointment.