Windshield Wipers in Edmonton, Alberta
Canadians understand that our climate can be spontaneous throughout the year. From beautiful sunshine to freezing rain and let's not forget sometimes you experience this all in one day. In an ever-changing climate like ours, it is important to maintain our vehicles so that they can perform at their best while keeping us safe. There are many components on our vehicles that require frequent inspection and seldom replacement. Whether you experience freezing rain, snow or sleet, your windshield wipers need to be at their best. For residents of St. Albert Sherwood Park, Beaumont, Leduc, Spruce Grove, Devon, Stony Plain, and Fort Saskatchewan and surrounding areas of Alberta, make sure to have windshield wipers that can withstand Canadian weather because it's vital to your safety. At Great West Chrysler, we offer a great selection of windshield wipers for automotive consumers, with many genuine OEM parts. Please don't settle for low-quality Windshield wipers because overtime wipers can deteriorate, which may result in cleaning capabilities that will leave you at a disadvantage. You can always schedule a service appointment online and allow one of our advisors or technicians to inspect your windshield wipers. Continue reading to learn more about some of the signs you can look for to identify bad wipers.
How do I know when my wipers need to be replaced?
An Initial sign that your wiper blades need to be replaced is if you use them and they are not performing as they should. This can become a safety hazard for the driver because it impedes their visibility. It is also important to inspect your windshield and wiper blades for the following signs.
Windshield
- Oil-like film
- Missed sections
- Blades lifting off the windshield
- Beading after the blade passes
- Blades chattering across the glass
Wiper blades
- Cracked, split or slashed rubber
- Worn, ragged edges
- Road grime, chemical-causing film or other contamination
- Torn rubber pulling away from the blade
- Bent or cracked wiper arm or wiper blade
- Lost flexibility in rubber
If you notice any of these signs, please replace them right away.
How do I replace my wiper blades?
If you need your wiper blades replaced, our service centre is more than happy to help. Each wiper blade replacement is a tad different. So it's best to bring it in, and we can even show you how it's done for the future. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.