Updated August 23, 2026
Hawthorne 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 7 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
11643 S Prairie Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(888) 774-0517
13020 Yukon Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 895-2556
12529 Crenshaw Boulevard, Hawthorne, CA 90250
424-201-0244
13819-13821 Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(424) 354-2839
4448 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(424) 217-1026
3719 W Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 878-9884
5155 W Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 419-4973
Typical Hawthorne-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 | $420 | $565 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $565 | $770 | $1,240 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $110 | $175 |
| Side Window Replacement | $200 | $290 | $510 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $225 | $380 | $735 |
“Happy with the result. Hawthorne Perfect Auto Glass replaced my windshield and it looks great. Took an extra day to get the right glass in but that's not really their fault.”
Madison J. · Hawthorne Perfect Auto Glass
“Fleet manager here — we use Teds Auto Glass for all our company vehicle glass work in Hawthorne. They are responsive, fair, and we have never had a callback on their work.”
Derek O. · Teds Auto Glass
“Fair price, good install. Caliber Auto Glass was a little hard to reach by phone but once I got someone, things moved quick. Glass looks great.”
Steve V. · Caliber Auto Glass
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne shops.
In Hawthorne, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $270–$565, with most drivers paying around $420. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $565 and $1,240. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$175, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Hawthorne area generally costs $200–$510, averaging around $290. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Hawthorne shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Hawthorne, California drivers typically runs $225–$735, with an average around $380 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne 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. Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne appointment.