Updated September 3, 2026
Friendswood drivers know cracked windshields don't wait for a convenient moment. Whether it's a rock chip from Texas 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.
4455 Rex Rd, Friendswood, TX 77546
(888) 774-0517
333 E Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX 77546
(281) 815-1281
1720 S Friendswood Dr,, Friendswood, TX 77546
(832) 838-5100
4380 FM 2351, Friendswood, TX 77546
(281) 962-9101
Typical Friendswood-area pricing, estimated from national installer data and adjusted for Texas 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 | $230 | $350 | $475 |
| Windshield Replacement + ADAS Calibration | $475 | $645 | $1,040 |
| Rock Chip Repair | $60 | $95 | $150 |
| Side Window Replacement | $170 | $245 | $425 |
| Rear Window Replacement | $190 | $315 | $615 |
“Got bumped from another shop and Safe View Glass took me on short notice. Glad they did. Better price, better attitude, and the work was done right.”
Kevin H. · Safe View Glass
“Got bumped from another shop and Safe View Glass took me on short notice. Glad they did. Better price, better attitude, and the work was done right.”
Kevin H. · Safe View Glass
“Highly recommend Newell Windshield. They explained the whole process before starting, used quality glass, and the technician was friendly and respectful of my vehicle.”
Brad T. · Newell Windshield
Full glass swap when cracks exceed repairable size. Friendswood 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 Texas drivers.
Most Friendswood 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 Texas drivers pay zero out-of-pocket.
Door glass, quarter windows, rear windshields with defroster reconnection — same-day availability at most Friendswood shops.
In Friendswood, a standard windshield replacement typically runs $230–$475, with most drivers paying around $350. Vehicles from 2018 and newer that need ADAS camera recalibration usually land between $475 and $1,040. A rock chip repair is far cheaper — about $60–$150, and often free with comprehensive insurance.
Side window (door glass) replacement in the Friendswood area generally costs $170–$425, averaging around $245. Frameless or laminated door glass on newer vehicles sits at the top of that range. Most Friendswood shops vacuum out broken glass and can complete the job the same day.
Rear windshield replacement for Friendswood, Texas drivers typically runs $190–$615, with an average around $315 — the defroster grid and any embedded antenna are what push the price up. Shops reconnect the defroster as part of the install.
Yes. Most Friendswood 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 Friendswood area.
If you carry comprehensive coverage, windshield repair is usually covered and many Texas policies waive the deductible for chip repairs. Full replacements are covered too, though your deductible may apply. Friendswood 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 Friendswood 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 Friendswood appointment.