Auto glass
How long does a windshield replacement take?
About 90 minutes for the install, then 30 minutes before you drive. Here is how the day goes.
By Aztec Auto Glass ·
A windshield replacement at Aztec Auto Glass takes about 90 minutes, and you can drive away safely 30 minutes after the install.
For a same-day install, book by 2 PM and we will confirm your time.

How long is the install?
About 90 minutes for a windshield, at our shop or at your home or workplace.
When can I drive?
You can drive away safely 30 minutes after the install is finished.
Can I get it done today?
Yes. For a same-day install, book by 2 PM and we will confirm your time with you. Online times start tomorrow, so for same-day please call or text us.
If your glass has to be ordered in, we take a small deposit and confirm the timing with you. Otherwise you pay after the work is done.
How long does other glass take?
- Door glass: about 1 hour
- Back glass: about 2 hours
- Quarter glass, vent glass and sunroof glass: about 2 hours each
- Side mirror: 1 to 2 hours
- Rock chip repair: 5 to 15 minutes per chip
Where can it be done?
At our Airdrie shop, at our Calgary Downtown location, or at your home or workplace with mobile service. When you ask for a quote, tell us where the vehicle will be parked.
Need it today?
Call or text us before 2 PM and we will tell you what we can do.
Related questions
Can you replace my windshield today?
Yes. For a same-day install, book by 2 PM and we’ll confirm your time with you. Online times start tomorrow, so for same-day please call or text us.
How long until I can drive?
You can drive away safely 30 minutes after the install.
Do I pay before the appointment?
No. You pay after the work is done, by card, cash or e-transfer. The one exception is when your glass has to be ordered in. In that case we take a small deposit.
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