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“Does My Insurance Cover Windscreen Replacement in New Zealand?”
- contact admin
- Mar 17
- 2 min read
If you’ve noticed a crack or chip in your windscreen, one of the first questions most drivers ask is: “Will my insurance cover this?”
The good news is that many vehicle insurance policies in New Zealand include windscreen repair or replacement cover. In many cases, it can even be covered without affecting your no-claims bonus.
Windscreen Insurance Cover in New Zealand
Most comprehensive vehicle insurance policies from major New Zealand insurers include glass cover as either a standard feature or an optional add-on. This usually includes:
Windscreen repairs
Windscreen replacement
Side window replacement
Rear window replacement
Insurance providers such as AA Insurance, State Insurance, AMI Insurance, Tower Insurance, and FMG Insurance commonly provide windscreen cover within their policies.
Depending on your policy, you may pay no excess for a repair and sometimes a reduced excess for a replacement.
Do I Have to Use My Insurance Company’s Preferred Repairer?
Not necessarily.
Many insurers have preferred suppliers, but in New Zealand you can usually choose who completes the repair or replacement.
At Onpoint Windscreens & Glass, we are an independently owned and operated business, which means we may not always appear on every insurer’s preferred supplier list. However, insurance companies still regularly approve and cover our work.
If you choose us, we can usually:
✔ Work directly with your insurance company✔ Handle the claim process for you✔ Ensure the repair or replacement meets insurance requirements
This means you can support a local business while still using your insurance cover.
Why Windscreen Repairs Shouldn’t Be Delayed
Even small chips can quickly turn into larger cracks due to:
Temperature changes
Road vibration
Pressure on the glass while driving
A damaged windscreen can also affect driver safety systems, especially in newer vehicles fitted with cameras and sensors for driver assistance technology.
These systems often require specialist calibration after a windscreen replacement to ensure they work correctly.
Choosing a Local Windscreen Specialist
When you choose Onpoint Windscreens & Glass, you’re choosing a locally owned New Zealand business that focuses on quality workmanship and reliable service.
We handle:
Windscreen repairs
Windscreen replacements
ADAS camera recalibration
Side and rear vehicle glass
Insurance claim assistance
Our goal is to make the process simple and stress-free, whether you're paying privately or claiming through insurance.
Need a Windscreen Repair or Replacement?
If your windscreen is chipped, cracked, or damaged, don’t wait for it to get worse.
Contact Onpoint Windscreens & Glass today and we can help you check your insurance cover and get your vehicle safely back on the road.
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