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How to Remove Thick Ice From Your Windshield

Sometimes the weather throws a curve ball and puts a thick coating of ice all over your windows. While it’s not impossible to scrape ice off your windows, it can be a really time consuming process when you’re in a hurry. While we don’t think we can keep the clouds from sending freezing rain and snow, we can give you a few ways to try and help you make the morning ice scrape a little less annoying. Read on for 3 tips for de-icing a windshield.

How to Handle Your Icy Windshield Like a Pro

Preparation

Instead of waiting for things to get out of hand, try to prepare your windows. Some online tips suggest a 1:3 vinegar and water mixture to spray, or to put baking spray onto the windows to keep ice from really setting itself onto the glass. Another great tip, for those who can, is to either park your car indoors or cover it completely.

De-Icing Spray

Once you get yourself into the frosty situation of a windshield full of ice, there are de-icing sprays on the market you can use. Check out the selection at a nearby store to see what they have on hand. If you have any questions about what works best, feel free to g ive our service experts a call.

Scrape Away

When push comes to shove, there’s nothing wrong with a little work. There are certain brushes and scrapers that work better on thick ice. There are some scrapers with a flat, scraping side and a ridged side for breaking up the ice. Use both to your advantage when you’re in a hurry, and don’t forget to get the heat running inside the car to help out along the way!