Water coolers throughout the country (or at least the 42 states participating in the lottery) are a buzz about the the highest Mega Millions payout in history. Even if you take a lump sum payout, you would still receive over $324 million after taxes. Although we all know the odds are slim, for $1 we can all be part of this historic event. For many of us, it’s all about the “What if’s and What would I dos. What if I won and what would I do with the money. Would I buy a new car, a new house perhaps? Would I keep working at my job, or quit and travel the world?

Before any of us goes out and puts a down payment on something as exciting as a new Ranger boat and Yamaha outboard (Which is what I would do), perhaps you should consider these statistics:

1. Odds of winning this lottery are 1 in 176 million
2. You are 50 times more likely of getting struck by lightning or 1 in 3000
3. You are 8000 times more likely of getting murdered
4. You are 20,000 times more likely to die in a car accident.

After reading those statistics, I thought if people believe they could “hit” the lottery at those extreme odds, why would you want to take the chance of dieing in a car accident because of an improper Windshield Replacement. I repeat…20,000 times more likely to die in a car accident than to win the lottery.  Which is why you should choose a Windshield Replacement company that doesn’t cut corners. At Rapid Glass every installation  is  completed as if your life depends on it. We utilize OEM Quality glass, Factory Approved Sealers, Certified Technicians and provide a written Lifetime Warranty.
For those of you who won’t hit the big Jackpot, we have a consolation prize for you. Call Rapid Glass during the month of April for an Auto Glass Repair, Windshield Replacement or any other Glass Installation for your Home or Business, show us your losing lottery ticket and we will give you 10% off the price of your glass or a Free Box of Steaks.
We can’t guarantee you’ll win the lottery, but we will do everything we can to keep you and your family safe, and to prevent you from becoming  just another “statistic”.

We all know the importance and safety implications of our rear view mirrors. Yet, not a week goes by when I don’t see a car or truck driving around with a cracked, or worst yet, missing rear view mirror glass. Even if it’s not illegal in your area, they are a necessity for safe driving.

It all starts by backing out of the garage while parked a little too close to the garage door or backing out of your parking spot at the mall, where someone has not left you enough room to open your door and BANG! you have a broken mirror.

Price Matters–Especially in a Difficult Economy
We’ve found the reason so many people drive around with broken mirror is because of the price they receive when they make a phone call to their local car dealerships parts department.

Most parts departments only sell the entire mirror with the housing and all the adjusting motors, heating elements, turn indicators and wires that goes with it. Most outside rear view mirrors of this type typically cost in excess of $300-$400 not including the labor to install it. The reason is that the automobile manufacturer buys the mirror and housing as an entire unit for ease of installation during the assembly process.

Don’t Sacrifice Safety
What most consumers don’t know is that there is an alternative. Most reputable glass shops can replace just the glass portion of the mirror housing. Auto Glass companies have access to mirrors that are pre-cut to fit your particular make and model of vehicle.

If a Redi-cut mirror is not available for your vehicle, one can be custom cut for you. Most standard mirrors of this kind can usually be installed for $100 or less. The more options you have on the mirror, such as heated mirrors or turn signals in the mirror, tends to increase the mirror cost and labor costs slightly. So next time this happens to you don’t wait until a broken mirror causes you an accident call your local glass shop and ask to just replace the glass.