Updated August 24, 2026
Hickory drivers know cracked windshields don't wait for a convenient moment. Whether it's a rock chip from North Carolina highway debris, a stress crack from a cold morning, or a full break-in side window, the 3 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
1167 S Center St, Hickory, NC 28602
(888) 774-0517
1004 19th St SW, Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 569-6055
210 1st Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 569-6111
Typical Hickory-area pricing, estimated from national installer data and adjusted for North Carolina 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 | $215 | $330 | $445 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $445 | $605 | $980 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $55 | $90 | $140 |
| Side Window Replacement | $160 | $230 | $400 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $175 | $300 | $575 |
“If you need side window in Hickory, this is your shop. C.J's Auto Glass Service treated my car like it was their own. No fingerprints, no overspray, no sloppy seals.”
Jenna W. · C.J's Auto Glass Service
“My third time using C.J's Auto Glass Service and they keep delivering. Different vehicles, different jobs, same quality. That's why I keep coming back.”
Kevin N. · C.J's Auto Glass Service
“JVD Auto Glas did good work. Had to wait a bit past my appointment time but the tech apologized and the install was clean. Would recommend.”
Ryan M. · JVD Auto Glas
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Hickory 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 North Carolina drivers.
Most Hickory 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 North Carolina drivers pay zero out-of-pocket.
Door glass, quarter windows, rear windshields with defroster reconnection — same-day availability at most Hickory shops.
In Hickory, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $215–$445, with most drivers paying around $330. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $445 and $980. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $55–$140, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Hickory area generally costs $160–$400, averaging around $230. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Hickory shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Hickory, North Carolina drivers typically runs $175–$575, with an average around $300 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Hickory 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 Hickory area.
If you carry comprehensive coverage, windshield repair is usually covered and many North Carolina policies waive the deductible for chip repairs. Full replacements are covered too, though your deductible may apply. Hickory 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 Hickory 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 Hickory appointment.