# FAQ — Auto Glass Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC)

## Is windshield replacement free in South Carolina right now?
Yes — currently. South Carolina Code §38-77-150 prohibits insurers from applying a deductible to auto glass claims. With comprehensive coverage, you pay $0. SC HB 4817 is pending legislation that may end this benefit starting January 1, 2027. The law is fully in effect today.

## What is SC HB 4817 and should Spartanburg drivers be concerned?
SC HB 4817 is pending legislation that would eliminate South Carolina's zero-deductible auto glass mandate. If signed into law, it would take effect January 1, 2027. Until then, SC §38-77-150 fully protects you — your windshield replacement is $0 today. Don't wait.

## Does the SC glass law cover hail damage in Spartanburg?
Yes. Hail damage is a comprehensive insurance event. Under SC §38-77-150, any comprehensive glass claim is covered without a deductible. Upstate SC's spring and summer storm season generates significant hail damage — get it replaced now while the law is in effect.

## Do you serve Greer and the BMW plant area?
Yes. We offer mobile service throughout Spartanburg County including Greer, Duncan, Boiling Springs, Roebuck, and Inman. BMW Manufacturing employees and suppliers on I-85 are regular customers.

## How long does windshield replacement take in Spartanburg?
60 to 90 minutes on-site. Drive-away time is approximately one hour after installation. Avoid car washes for 24 to 48 hours to allow the urethane adhesive to fully cure.

## What insurance companies does the SC glass law apply to?
SC §38-77-150 applies to every insurer writing comprehensive auto policies in South Carolina — State Farm, GEICO, Progressive, Allstate, USAA, Erie, Nationwide, and all others. There are no exceptions while the current law is in effect.

## Does SC §38-77-150 cover chip repairs or only full replacement?
SC §38-77-150 applies to both windshield repair and replacement. Whether your damage qualifies for a 30-minute chip repair or a full windshield replacement, your comprehensive insurance covers it at zero deductible under current SC law.

## How much will windshield replacement cost after HB 4817 takes effect?
If HB 4817 is signed into law, windshield replacement would be subject to your standard comprehensive deductible — typically $250 to $1,000 depending on your policy. Cash prices without insurance range from $200 to $600 in Spartanburg. Today it is $0. Don't delay.