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A stone on the 401 or the QEW can crack your windshield in a second. Here’s what replacement costs by vehicle, what drives the price up, and how insurance usually covers it.
Standard sedans average $250–$450. SUVs and luxury vehicles with ADAS safety cameras run $600–$1,500. Comprehensive insurance usually covers most or all of it.
Windshield replacement in Canada costs between $250 and $1,200 on average. Basic glass for older vehicles starts around $200; modern vehicles with ADAS range from $600 to $1,500, including camera recalibration.
$250–$450
Compact cars and mid-size sedans with basic tinted or acoustic glass.
$600–$1,200
SUVs and newer vehicles with lane-assist or emergency-braking cameras.
$800–$1,500+
EVs and luxury vehicles with heads-up display or solar-control glass.
Your vehicle’s make and model is the biggest factor in price. Smaller cars need less glass; large SUVs and trucks need heavier, specialized glass.
| Vehicle category | Average cost | Included technology |
|---|---|---|
| Compact / Hatchback | $250–$380 | Standard tinted glass, shade band |
| Mid-size Sedan | $280–$450 | Rain sensors, acoustic soundproofing |
| SUV / Crossover | $350–$650 | Heated wiper park, windshield cameras |
| Pickup Truck | $350–$700 | Sliding rear glass, wide windshields |
| Luxury / EV | $700–$1,500+ | HUD, ADAS cameras, solar control |
Toronto-area standard sedan replacements typically start between $200 and $400; luxury and HUD-equipped models range from $500 to $1,500+.
The cost increases when your vehicle includes built-in safety cameras, rain sensors, heated elements, or a heads-up display.
01 · ADAS
Lane-departure and automatic-braking cameras need precise recalibration after new glass goes in — typically adding $300–$600.
02 · Sensors
Built-in heating wires unfreeze wiper blades; rain sensors trigger wipers automatically. Both need specialized glass modules.
03 · Glass grade
OEM glass comes from the vehicle maker and costs more. OEE glass meets identical safety standards at a lower price.
Most windshield replacements in Ontario are covered if you carry comprehensive coverage. Insurers often waive or lower deductibles for glass claims.
| Repair vs. replace check | |
|---|---|
| Chip smaller than a loonie | Repair |
| Crack under 5 inches | Repair |
| Reaches windshield edge | Replace |
| Blocks driver’s line of sight | Replace |
| Average chip repair cost | $80–$150 |
A windshield can be repaired if the chip or crack is smaller than a loonie and sits outside the driver’s direct line of sight. A rock-chip repair takes under 30 minutes and saves hundreds of dollars versus a full replacement.
Mobile service brings a certified technician to your home or office with all the tools and glass needed.
01. Request a quote
We confirm your vehicle’s glass and any ADAS features
02.We come to you
A certified technician arrives anywhere in the GTA.
03.On-site install
Completed in about an hour with fast-curing adhesive.
04.Drive safely
Direct insurance billing and a lifetime warranty.
A standard windshield replacement takes between 45 to 60 minutes. After installation, the adhesive needs approximately one hour to cure safely before you can drive the vehicle.
No. Glass replacement falls under comprehensive coverage rather than collision coverage, so claiming auto glass damage typically does not increase your insurance premiums in Ontario.
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) glass is made by the same company that manufactured your original factory glass. OEE (Original Equipment Equivalent) glass is built by third-party manufacturers to identical safety and fit standards at a more affordable cost.
Windshield cameras power safety features like lane keeping and automatic braking. Recalibration ensures these cameras align precisely to factory standards after new glass is installed.
Yes. Professional auto glass technicians use cold-weather adhesives designed to set and bond securely in freezing temperatures.
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