How Long Does a Windshield Wiper Blade Last?

Driving in the rain or snow is not easy and will require the right equipment. There are a variety of things on your car that will allow you to stay safe during situations like this. Among the most important are the wiper blades on your car. These blades are usually made from metal and rubber. When the windshield on a car has to be wiped down due to dirt or water being on it, the windshield wipers will have to do their job. The wiper arm holds these blades and then moves them back and forth to remove the water or dirt from the windshield.

Just like any other part on a car, eventually the wiper blades will begin to show signs of repairs. If your wipers are not properly working, then it will usually be impossible for you to get your windshield clean. The longer that you wait to have the blades on your car fixed, the harder you will find it to drive in bad weather. There are a number of places that can sell you the replacement blades that you need. Making sure that the blades that are being purchased are high-quality should be a main concern that you have.

Some people simply do not have the time needed to work on their own car. In situations like this, it will make much more sense for a person to let a professional handle this type of work for them. A professional will be able to get the wipers on a car fixed in no time at all. This means that you will not have to worry about having your car out of commission for a long period of time.

Here are the signs to look for when it is time to replace your windshield wiper blades:

  • The water is streaking when using the wipers
  • The rubber insert on the wiper blade is visibly damaged
  • There is a scraping sound when the wipers are in use

Noticing these warning signs is a great way to get this repair done quickly. A professional can help you to choose the right replacement blade and will help you to install them. Have a certified mechanic replace the failing windshield wiper blade on your vehicle to eliminate any further complications.


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Anthony

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Anthony
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Dodge Charger V8-6.4L - Windshield Wiper Blade - Sacramento, California
Anthony was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and worked quickly and efficiently. Pleasure to work with Anthony.
Mercedes-Benz E350 - Windshield Wiper Blade - Elk Grove, California
Anthony was very professional. He texted me to let me know he was going to be a little late which i appreciated. He was friendly and knowledgeable!

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Ford Escape V6-3.0L - Windshield Wiper Blade - San Jose, California
Timely and efficient. I’ve used him a few times now for various things and will continue to do so. Very happy with his work.
Volkswagen Jetta - Windshield Wiper Blade - San Jose, California
I was getting worried since my car is getting to be pretty high mileage. Pardeep took his time to go over all the needed repairs going into great detail why each repair was needed and how immediate it was to the safety of my vehicle.

Salim

31 years of experience
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Salim
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Volkswagen Passat V6-2.8L - Windshield Wiper Blade - Oakland, California
Salim was on time, very friendly, and honest about things I might want to do in the future but weren't necessary now.
BMW 328i - Windshield Wiper Blade - Oakland, California
I am very impressed with the professionalism and quality of Salim's work. I was able to get my BMW back to excellent ratings. I will definitely refer him to family and friends. Thank you Salim 

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Ford Focus L4-2.0L - Windshield Wiper Blade - Arlington, Texas
Rusty was very professional , respectful and polite He is honest. I will recommend him to anyone that needs car repair. I am very happy with his work ☺

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