Updated October 8, 2026
San Rafael 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 9 verified shops listed below cover the full range — windshield replacement, fast chip repair, mobile installation at your driveway, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing.
50 Medway Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901
(888) 774-0517
615 Irwin Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
650-763-8193
4302 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903
415-335-7112
3070 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 805-3541
869 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 578-3619
70 Woodland Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 287-9932
1925 East Francisco Blvd #5, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 578-5878
1281 Andersen Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 528-3654
3060 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94903
(707) 284-0479
Typical San Rafael-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 | $405 | $550 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $550 | $745 | $1,205 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $70 | $110 | $170 |
| Side Window Replacement | $195 | $280 | $495 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $220 | $365 | $710 |
“Had a side window replaced after a break-in. 1 Stop Glass got it done same day so I wasn't driving around with plastic taped to my door. Saved my week.”
Jeff H. · 1 Stop Glass
“Best auto glass shop in San Rafael hands down. Miller Auto Glass replaced my windshield with OEM glass and it looks factory. Cure time was respected and they walked me through care instructions.”
Omar O. · Miller Auto Glass
“Solid job overall. Auto Glass Pros San Rafael got the side window replaced and there were no issues with the glass itself. Communication could have been a touch better but no real complaints.”
Andre M. · Auto Glass Pros San Rafael
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael shops.
In San Rafael, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $265–$550, with most drivers paying around $405. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $550 and $1,205. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $70–$170, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the San Rafael area generally costs $195–$495, averaging around $280. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most San Rafael shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for San Rafael, California drivers typically runs $220–$710, with an average around $365 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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. San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael appointment.