5 Facts about Ford F-150 Windshield Replacement

September 30, 2024

Understanding Windshield  Replacement: 5 Facts Every Ford F-150 Owner Should Know

We love our trucks, like they’re part of our family, and Ford F-150 owners know that the bed size sits right in the sweet spot. It’s not too small and it’s not too big. The F-150 is Goldilocks. It’s just right. So it’s no surprise that it’s the most familiar of all the F Series Models. 
As with any other member of the family, it hurts us when they hurt. And a chip in the windshield, no matter how small, is a constant reminder that our truck is hurting. When it’s time for the windshield on your F-150 to be replaced, it’s good to be aware of the following.

1. It Doesn’t Take that Long To Replace Your F-150 Windshield

On average it takes a skilled auto glass technician about 2 hours to replace a windshield on a Ford F-150. When you consider the amount of work that goes into a windshield replacement on any vehicle, two hours doesn’t seem like an extremely long time, especially when you consider they’re replacing an essential safety guard for your truck. 

2. How Much Does It Cost To Replace A Windshield On A Ford F-150?

Replacing the windshield on a Ford F-150 will run anywhere from $325 to $1,800, depending on features your Ford F-150 has. The specific price will depend on many components like features such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). ADAS systems require calibration when a new windshield is installed for the ADAS to function properly. To learn more about ADAS and how this smart technology keeps you safe, click here

3. Depending On Your Insurance Coverage & State You Live In, You May Have No Out-Of-Pocket Cost To You

In South Carolina, vehicle owners with comprehensive insurance can get a full windshield replacement with no deductible requirement. This offers you an opportunity to fix that F-150 windshield with zero out-of-pocket cost to you if you have comprehensive auto insurance. If you are unsure about your insurance policy, contact a certified auto glass shop such as Riteway Auto Glass for assistance. To learn more about insurance claims, click here .

4. No Dealing with Dealerships

You don’t have to bring your F-150 into a dealership when you need a windshield replacement. The fact is, many car dealerships use local, independent auto glass shops to service their auto glass needs. You local auto glass shop has the most experience in working on your Ford F-150 in most cases.

5. You Can Use Mobile Auto Glass Services

Mobile auto glass service offers owners of all vehicles a stress-free option when replacing their windshields. The technicians come to you and you are free to go about your day doing whatever it is that you had planned. 

Can My Ford F-150 Windshield Be Repaired Instead of Replaced?


In some cases windshields can be repaired, if the chip can be covered by a quarter or a crack covered by a dollar bill. Professional technicians can repair your windshield versus replacing it.

Does Your Ford F-150 Need a Windshield Replacement?


If you live in the Myrtle Beach or Conway , South Carolina area and have a Ford F-150 with a cracked windshield, contact our team today . Riteway Auto Glass is family-owned and operated and has been servicing the Myrtle Beach and Conway area since 2002. Riteway Auto Glass is a preferred partner of all insurance providers and we will assist you with filing your insurance claim.

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