You probably want your car looking nice and dent-free. So, when a large crack or chip hits your windscreen, act promptly to get your vehicle back to its meticulous look by replacing the windscreen. You can also go for a replacement when the windscreen develops some fog between the glass and interferes with visibility on the road.

Start by finding the right vendor to replace the windshield. The process is relatively straightforward, but it helps to work with someone who understands their craft. This shouldn't be a gamble. Read on to learn more about what you should expect during a car windscreen replacement:

• Trim Removal

Your car's windshield sits in place firmly because of a unique trim designed to hold it in place. Therefore, the technician starts by extracting the trim to access the windscreen. They use special razors to cut and chip through the trim, loosening it in the process. The technician then proceeds to remove the windscreen with nothing left to hold it in place. The most preferred method is to use large suction cups to retract the windscreen from its position. This keeps it from breaking or falling apart.

• Preparing the Pinch Weld for a New Windscreen

The next step involves preparing the car's pinch weld to receive a new windshield. Essentially, the pinch weld refers to a small gap between the car's frame and the windscreen designed to pinch the windscreen's edges. The weld must be cleaned to remove loose chipping and debris left by the old windscreen. Getting rid of the old urethane, dirt and accumulated debris ensures that the new windscreen holds firmly in place.

• Applying the Binder

When done cleaning your pinch weld, the next step is to apply the glue that holds the windscreen within the pinch weld. Urethane is the go-to substance for this job. During application, the technician's most demanding job is to make sure that they apply the urethane evenly within the pinch weld. The process also needs to be fast to ensure that the urethane doesn't dry before setting the new windscreen in place. Lastly, the technician has to remove any excess urethane to keep it from trickling down to other parts.

• Fitting the Windscreen

The final step involves fitting the new windscreen in place. The technician aligns the windscreen with the pinch weld before pushing it into position. They use special bars and suction cups to slide the windscreen into the desired position and keep it there for a few minutes.