If you have a damaged windshield and the cold temperatures are starting to arrive, it's time to get the windshield fixed. Driving with a damaged windshield is always a danger, but the damages can worsen quickly in cold and freezing temperatures.

Not only does driving with a cracked windshield create safety concerns, but it can get you in other trouble. Here are just a few of the reasons your damaged windshield can't go any longer without being repaired or replaced by a professional.

Get a Citation

You can get a citation for driving with a windshield that has just a crack. The crack makes it difficult for you to see the road and any potential hazards clearly, so an officer that sees you have a crack or any other windshield damage can pull you over and give you a ticket. Then you have to pay for the cost of the fine, on top of the repair expenses.

Harm Yourself or Others

The cracked glass could shatter on any bump or because of a sudden movement, cutting and harming you and anyone that you have riding with you in the car. If you can't see clearly you could crash into something, like a traffic cone, or another vehicle or a pedestrian, which could cause damage and even possibly death. Getting the windshield fixed eliminates these hazards and helps you drive more safely.

Maintain Your Auto Value

If the vehicle has a damaged windshield it's going to lower the value, which will affect you if you need to sell the car. If you have a loan on the car and the bank wants to do an appraisal, you could end up owing more than the car is worth if you haven't repaired damages like a cracked front or back windshield. You don't want to have a problem with the car, and then have problems selling it because you let the windshield go.

If you get in an accident because you can't see through a damaged windshield and your auto company finds out that you were driving a neglected or unkept vehicle, they may refuse to pay your auto claims. Find a few different auto glass replacement and repair companies, such as Mr Go-Glass, to get an estimate for the work you need. Some companies will have professionals that can come do the work where you have your vehicle parked, instead of you having to drive to them to get the auto glass fixed or replaced.