Updated August 24, 2026
Berkeley drivers know cracked windshields don't wait for a convenient moment. Whether it's a rock chip from California highway debris, a stress crack from a cold morning, or a full break-in side window, the 11 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
3207 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
(888) 774-0517
2935 Claremont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
(888) 774-0517
2144 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
510-279-4754
2512 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 423-0697
930 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 291-4992
2829 7th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 404-0942
2100-5th Street, Berkeley, CA 94010
(510) 374-4360
1229 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94706
(510) 585-9851
1912 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 338-4821
2150 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 404-0976
918 Parker St Ste A-11, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 328-4653
Typical Berkeley-area pricing, estimated from national installer data and adjusted for California labor and parts rates. Your exact quote depends on the vehicle, glass features, and whether ADAS recalibration is required.
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windshield Replacement | $265 | $410 | $555 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $555 | $755 | $1,215 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $110 | $175 |
| Side Window Replacement | $195 | $285 | $500 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $220 | $370 | $720 |
“Fair price, good install. Caliber Auto Glass was a little hard to reach by phone but once I got someone, things moved quick. Glass looks great.”
Aaron M. · Caliber Auto Glass
“Best auto glass shop in Berkeley hands down. JVD Auto Glass Berkeley replaced my windshield with OEM glass and it looks factory. Cure time was respected and they walked me through care instructions.”
Jennifer H. · JVD Auto Glass Berkeley
“Mobile Glass Discounters is my go-to. Fair, fast, and friendly. The kind of local business you want to support. They've earned every star.”
Jason O. · Mobile Glass Discounters
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Berkeley shops carry OEM and OEM-equivalent options for most makes.
Resin injection in 20–30 minutes. Stops the crack, often free with comprehensive insurance for California drivers.
Most Berkeley shops dispatch a tech to your home, office, or job site — no driving on a cracked windshield.
Required after windshield replacement on most 2018+ vehicles for lane departure, automatic braking, and adaptive cruise.
Direct billing, deductible verification, and paperwork handled by the shop. Many California drivers pay zero out-of-pocket.
Door glass, quarter windows, rear windshields with defroster reconnection — same-day availability at most Berkeley shops.
In Berkeley, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $265–$555, with most drivers paying around $410. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $555 and $1,215. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$175, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Berkeley area generally costs $195–$500, averaging around $285. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Berkeley shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Berkeley, California drivers typically runs $220–$720, with an average around $370 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Berkeley auto glass shops dispatch a mobile technician to your home, office, or job site at no extra charge, so you never have to drive on a cracked windshield. Same-day mobile appointments are common throughout the Berkeley area.
If you carry comprehensive coverage, windshield repair is usually covered and many California policies waive the deductible for chip repairs. Full replacements are covered too, though your deductible may apply. Berkeley shops handle the paperwork and bill your carrier directly.
The replacement itself takes about an hour, plus a safe-drive-away time of roughly one hour for the adhesive to cure. If your vehicle needs ADAS calibration, add another 30–60 minutes. Most Berkeley shops have you back on the road the same day.
Compare the shops listed on this page by services offered, mobile availability, and insurance billing. Look for technicians who follow AGSC safety standards and use OEM or OEM-equivalent glass, and check recent customer reviews before you book your Berkeley appointment.