Why October Creates the Perfect
Conditions for Chips to Spread
October in Argyle feels like a breath of fresh air. The mornings finally cool down, the evenings get crisp, and families across Argyle, Northlake, Bartonville, Lantana, and Harvest start heading to pumpkin patches, Friday night games, and fall festivals. But while we’re all enjoying this change of season, there’s something happening to windshields all over Denton County, tiny chips are spreading faster than almost any other time of year. 🍂
Why October? It all comes down to temperature swings. A typical day in our part of Texas might start at 52 degrees and warm up to 84 by mid-afternoon. Glass expands and contracts with temperature changes, and if there’s even a small chip along the surface, that movement can cause it to spread rapidly. It’s not unusual for a tiny dot to turn into a 10-inch crack in just 24 hours.
Argyle’s surrounding roads also play a surprisingly big role. 377, FM 407, I-35W, and the backroads between Lantana and Bartonville all see constant construction and debris. Gravel trucks, landscaping trailers, hay haulers, and roadwork equipment kick up small rocks almost daily. Many customers tell us they didn’t even hear anything hit their windshield, the chip just appears later, usually when the sun hits it at the right angle.
This time of year, neighborhoods contribute to the issue too. Fall landscaping means leaf blowers, lawn crews, and road dust. It only takes one small piece of loose gravel to cause damage as you pull out of the driveway. We see this all the time in Harvest, Canyon Falls, and Country Lakes, not from highways, but from right at home.
The challenge with fall chips is that they’re unpredictable. You might park your car at Liberty Christian or Hilltop Elementary for an event and return to find a crack that wasn’t there a few hours before. Or you leave work in Denton and discover that the morning’s tiny chip has spread into your line of sight.
Another layer to consider is modern safety technology. Many of today’s vehicles use forward-facing safety cameras mounted behind the windshield, ADAS systems like lane assist and collision alerts. If a chip spreads and a replacement is needed, that camera must be recalibrated precisely. It’s not optional; it’s essential for your car to function safely.
At Optic-Kleer Argyle, we see the October spike every single year. And because we’re local, truly local, we know the exact roads, neighborhoods, and patterns that cause the most damage. We’ve repaired chips at Argyle High School parking lots, replaced windshields in Harvest driveways, and recalibrated ADAS systems in Canyon Falls garages. We’re your neighbors, and we treat every repair like we’re taking care of family. 😊
The good news is that most chips can be repaired quickly and affordably. A 10-minute fix now prevents a costly replacement later. And if replacement is necessary, we come to you, whether you’re at home, work, or in the middle of a busy season full of sports, events, or family commitments.
Fall is a time to enjoy cooler days, local traditions, and community fun, not to worry about windshield cracks spreading overnight. If you notice something unusual on your glass, snap a photo and text it to us. Peter or Chris will respond personally and help you decide the best next step.
A small check today can save you from a big headache tomorrow. 🍁
📞 (940) 294-9200
🌐 OpticKleerArgyle.com
Why October? It all comes down to temperature swings. A typical day in our part of Texas might start at 52 degrees and warm up to 84 by mid-afternoon. Glass expands and contracts with temperature changes, and if there’s even a small chip along the surface, that movement can cause it to spread rapidly. It’s not unusual for a tiny dot to turn into a 10-inch crack in just 24 hours.
Argyle’s surrounding roads also play a surprisingly big role. 377, FM 407, I-35W, and the backroads between Lantana and Bartonville all see constant construction and debris. Gravel trucks, landscaping trailers, hay haulers, and roadwork equipment kick up small rocks almost daily. Many customers tell us they didn’t even hear anything hit their windshield, the chip just appears later, usually when the sun hits it at the right angle.
This time of year, neighborhoods contribute to the issue too. Fall landscaping means leaf blowers, lawn crews, and road dust. It only takes one small piece of loose gravel to cause damage as you pull out of the driveway. We see this all the time in Harvest, Canyon Falls, and Country Lakes, not from highways, but from right at home.
The challenge with fall chips is that they’re unpredictable. You might park your car at Liberty Christian or Hilltop Elementary for an event and return to find a crack that wasn’t there a few hours before. Or you leave work in Denton and discover that the morning’s tiny chip has spread into your line of sight.
Another layer to consider is modern safety technology. Many of today’s vehicles use forward-facing safety cameras mounted behind the windshield, ADAS systems like lane assist and collision alerts. If a chip spreads and a replacement is needed, that camera must be recalibrated precisely. It’s not optional; it’s essential for your car to function safely.
At Optic-Kleer Argyle, we see the October spike every single year. And because we’re local, truly local, we know the exact roads, neighborhoods, and patterns that cause the most damage. We’ve repaired chips at Argyle High School parking lots, replaced windshields in Harvest driveways, and recalibrated ADAS systems in Canyon Falls garages. We’re your neighbors, and we treat every repair like we’re taking care of family. 😊
The good news is that most chips can be repaired quickly and affordably. A 10-minute fix now prevents a costly replacement later. And if replacement is necessary, we come to you, whether you’re at home, work, or in the middle of a busy season full of sports, events, or family commitments.
Fall is a time to enjoy cooler days, local traditions, and community fun, not to worry about windshield cracks spreading overnight. If you notice something unusual on your glass, snap a photo and text it to us. Peter or Chris will respond personally and help you decide the best next step.
A small check today can save you from a big headache tomorrow. 🍁
📞 (940) 294-9200
🌐 OpticKleerArgyle.com