Cracks on your windshield? They don't seem to be a huge threat on your safety on the road, but they can be harmful if you don't fix them right away. Over time, these cracks can grow bigger, obstructing your view of the road while driving. You can be a do-it-yourselfer (DIY) with the help of a windshield repair kit. This kit is your reliable buddy when it comes to eliminating the cracks from your windshield. And in terms of costs, the kit saves you from spending more for hiring someone to repair your windshield or for buying a new one. So before the damage on your windshield gets worse, do something about it with the help of a rock chip repair kit.

As a general rule, you will not be able to get a crack front window repair if it is more than 6 inches long. If your problem is a chip instead of a crack, the chip should not be larger than a quarter. Keep in mind that these rules are not hard and fast, always check with a local professional.
 

Park your vehicle in a garage or under a shelter. If possible, park your vehicle in an area where it will be insulated from the harsh environment. This will not only protect it from ice, but from falling limbs or other hazards this time of year.

Here front window repair again notice I said sold and not what price houses are being listed". Listing prices are usually the initial pricing of sentimental home owners who think their house is worth that price. In today's market, seldom is a house sold for the original listed price. Realtors have a constant struggle with many home owners concerning a realistic listing price. So don't get caught up in what other houses are listed at. Be concerned with what price similar houses have recently sold for.

Check with your insurance, because it's likely your insurance will pay for some forms of windshield chip repair. They may even waive the deductible, since repairing your windshield is so much cheaper than replacing a windshield. Should you need total windshield replacement, you may have to pay a deductible with your insurance.

Another way to figure out ARV is to get an appraisal from a certified appraiser. Yes this costs money, but if everything else looks good about the deal and you are uncomfortable with the realtor's comps, you can always get the opinion of another professional. They go more in-depth when appraising properties then realtors might. However I only trust the appraisal when I actually hired the appraiser. This way I know that I have given him/her the instructions on how I want the appraisal to be completed.

And don't forget your basic holding costs. Holding costs are the gas and electric you use during the time you own the house along with any finance charges if you have any loans. Also don't forget the real estate commission you need to deduct from your selling price. And last, what about your profit? You must figure in your profit just like it was any other expense. If you are planning to make $25,000 or $50,000, you must include it with your estimate. After all, who is more important than you!