Updated October 8, 2026
Encino 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 4 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
17835 Ventura Boulevard, Encino, CA 91316
323-405-0532
17517 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316
(818) 574-5219
5535 Balboa Blvd #205, Encino, CA 91316
(818) 528-8405
16250 Ventura Blvd, Ste. 155, Encino, CA 91436
(818) 798-9829
Typical Encino-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 | $275 | $425 | $575 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $575 | $775 | $1,255 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $115 | $180 |
| Side Window Replacement | $205 | $290 | $515 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $225 | $380 | $740 |
“55 Auto Glass fixed a bad rock chip that another shop said couldn't be repaired. Saved me hundreds. Honest, skilled people running this place.”
Tyler G. · 55 Auto Glass
“Fleet manager here — we use Centennial Auto Glass for all our company vehicle glass work in Encino. They are responsive, fair, and we have never had a callback on their work.”
Steve L. · Centennial Auto Glass
“55 Auto Glass handled the insurance paperwork for me which made the whole thing painless. Showed up on time, did the job in about an hour, and the glass has been solid ever since.”
Mark L. · 55 Auto Glass
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Encino 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 Encino 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 Encino shops.
In Encino, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $275–$575, with most drivers paying around $425. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $575 and $1,255. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$180, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Encino area generally costs $205–$515, averaging around $290. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Encino shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Encino, California drivers typically runs $225–$740, with an average around $380 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Encino 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 Encino 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. Encino 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 Encino 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 Encino appointment.