Windshield Wiper Service

Windshield Wiper Service & Replacement with Stanley Ford Sweetwater

The windshield wipers on your vehicle are designed to sweep away liquids and debris, allowing you a clear visual on the road ahead of you. Most of us don’t take the wipers into consideration until they are already failing. This can lead to hazardous driving conditions when your view of the road is impaired. Windshield wiper blades-like many components need to be serviced often and replaced regularly for your safety around Sweetwater, Rosco, and Abilene.

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When Wiper Blades Go Bad

Signs that your Wiper Blades need to be replaced may include:

• Squeaking wipers: Your wiper blades should glide smoothly across the glass surface. Squeaking wipers can be a sign the blades have starting to go bad.
• Chattering or vibration: That annoying chatter or vibration indicates that the blades have become damaged and need to be replaced
• Leaving Streaks: If your blades leave severe streaks across the glass, this indicates that the blades are not making proper contact with the surface due to dry rot or damage.
• Standing water:  If your wipers leave a patch or pool of standing water on the glass it may have gaps in the blade.

Even if your blades are not showing any of these signs, it’s still good practice to replace them from time to time.

Other Influences That Ruin Wiper Blades

Windshield wiper blades wear out over time and with use. Each pass across the glass surface shortens the life of the blade. The chemicals that make up the blade can breakdown dry out and harden. Sooner or later, they will tear or break off, sometimes in small sections.  Other factors can cause the blades to break down prematurely such as:

• Over usage: The more you use the wipers, the shorter the life span.
• Weather and climate: Extreme conditions such as extreme heat, excessive rain fall or harsh winters, can shorten the lifespan of your blades
• The Sun: UV rays from direct sunlight can break down the compounds in your wiper blades.

Taking Care of Your Wiper Blades

To help increase the lifespan of your windshield wipers, find a shaded area to park your vehicle, out of direct sunlight. When at all possible, a garage or covered driveway is preferred. Other ways to extend the life of your blades include:
Cleaning your windshield: A quick, daily cleaning at your local gas station will keep large debris from building up that can cause damage to your wiper blades.
Keep the blades clean: The best way to clean the blade is with rubbing alcohol. This gets the fine particles that can cause the chemical compounds in your blades to breakdown or rot.
Lubricating your blades: Wiper blades that are properly and regularly lubricated will stay flexible allowing them to glide effortlessly across the glass. Simply wiping them down with clean water will do the trick.

Why Choose Stanley Ford Sweetwater

If you are one of our valued customers who choose to replace the blades themselves, we are always stocked with premium quality windshield wiper blades for your exact vehicle. If you prefer the professional touch, our team of mechanics can inspect and install new wiper blades in minutes, getting you back on the road with confidence. Schedule service with Stanley Ford Sweetwater today!