Windshield Rust Repair in Omaha

Stop Windshield Rust Before It Gets Worse

Rust around the windshield opening doesn’t just look bad—it can cause water leaks, wind noise, and weaken the structure that helps protect you in a collision. Many auto glass companies avoid rust altogether, but at 123 Glass Company in Omaha we can address light to moderate rust around the windshield pinchweld so your new glass has a solid, safe surface to bond to.

If you’ve been told “we can’t install your windshield because of rust,” or you see bubbling paint and crusty metal near the glass, it’s time to have it inspected before the problem spreads and becomes a body shop–only repair.

How Our Windshield Rust Repair Process Works

Every vehicle and rust situation is a little different, but the basic steps are similar. During your visit, we typically:

• Remove the old windshield and trim to expose the full pinch-weld area
• Mechanically remove loose rust, scale, and failed paint to reach sound metal
• Treat the affected area with appropriate rust converters or inhibitors
• Prime and seal the repaired metal so modern urethane can properly bond
• Install the new windshield on a clean, prepared surface for a safer seal

Our goal is to stop active corrosion in the glass opening and give the urethane adhesive a strong, continuous surface. In cases where rust has already created holes or severe structural damage, we’ll let you know if a body shop needs to repair the sheet metal first before we can safely complete the glass work.

When Windshield Rust Repair Makes Sense

Windshield rust repair is a smart option if you’re seeing early signs of rust but the metal is still largely intact. Common situations include older vehicles, previous poor-quality glass installs, or long-term water leaks that were never addressed. Taking care of it now can help reduce future leak issues and avoid more expensive body work later.

If you’re not sure how bad it is, bring the vehicle by the shop. We’ll inspect the rusted area, explain what we can realistically accomplish, and give you an honest recommendation on whether repair plus windshield replacement is appropriate.

Why Omaha Drivers Choose 123 Glass Company

We’re a quality-first auto glass shop that takes the extra time many high-volume chains won’t. That includes slowing down to deal with problem areas like rust around the windshield opening when it’s still in a repairable range. You get straight answers, careful workmanship, and a clean installation done in a controlled environment here in Omaha.

Request a Windshield Rust Repair Estimate

Rust situations vary a lot from vehicle to vehicle, so the first step is a quick inspection at the shop. We’ll look at the affected area, discuss what’s realistic, and outline the cost to clean and treat the rust as part of a proper windshield replacement.

To get started, reach out through our contact page or give us a call during business hours. We’ll schedule a time for you to bring the vehicle in so we can see the rust firsthand and help you decide on the best plan to keep your windshield sealed and your vehicle protected.