I came in for a simple windshield chip repair. The service was responsive--they returned my call over the weekend and even offered to open early to accommodate my schedule, which I appreciated.
However, the experience quickly felt more like a transaction guided by insurance policy limits than by my actual needs. I was told three chips were on my windshield, though only one was real. The others turned out to be a sticker remnant and bird droppings. ICBC covers up to three repairs, so I couldn't help but wonder whether this framing was intentional.
I was also told my deductible was unusually high and advised to lower it, despite already explaining my reasoning. It felt more like pressure than concern.
At no point was I told whether the glass being installed was OEM or aftermarket, nor was I given a choice. I later discovered it was aftermarket--something I would have factored into the decision had I known. Aftermarket glass is an A-okay option (as per ICBC policies), but I prefer making informed decisions about my car. I also make my own choices about my deductible, and to be clear, this is out of line for them to comment on uninvited.
During the repair, I asked a straightforward question about my car's rain-sensing wipers and was told "Absolutely, we test everything associated with the VIN." That answer now feels like a brush-off. When I followed up to request the ADAS calibration report, I was asked why I wanted it and was cut off while explaining. I was told the report wasn't required to be provided to me, and I only received a partial version. The change in tone from courteous to defensive was hard to miss.
Additionally, the service report listed an odometer reading significantly lower than my actual mileage--by tens of thousands of kilometers. This might have been an error, but it raises questions about accuracy.
This business is newly ICBC-certified, and it seems efficient on the surface. But if you're someone who asks detailed questions or expects clarity around safety systems and documentation, you may not receive the same level of responsiveness.
If you're looking for storytelling, this place delivers.
If you're looking for clarity, maybe look elsewhere.
(Update: I confirmed that the rain-sensing wipers do work, and ICBC had the correct odometer reading on file. Still, neither point was proactively clarified by the shop.) read more