Updated August 23, 2026
San Rafael 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 9 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
50 Medway Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901
(888) 774-0517
615 Irwin Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
650-763-8193
4302 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903
415-335-7112
3070 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 805-3541
869 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 578-3619
70 Woodland Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 287-9932
1925 East Francisco Blvd #5, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 578-5878
1281 Andersen Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 528-3654
3060 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94903
(707) 284-0479
Typical San Rafael-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 |
“Happy with the result. Today Windshield replaced my windshield and it looks great. Took an extra day to get the right glass in but that's not really their fault.”
Lauren W. · Today Windshield
“Fleet manager here — we use ABC Windshield for all our company vehicle glass work in San Rafael. They are responsive, fair, and we have never had a callback on their work.”
Jose T. · ABC Windshield
“Fair price, good install. Pro Auto Glass San Rafael was a little hard to reach by phone but once I got someone, things moved quick. Glass looks great.”
Madison T. · Pro Auto Glass San Rafael
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael shops.
In San Rafael, 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 San Rafael area generally costs $195–$495, averaging around $280. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most San Rafael shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for San Rafael, 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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. San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael appointment.