Able Windscreens

Able Windscreens, vehicle glass in Swansea and South Wales

Able Windscreens is a family-run company based in Swansea that works in vehicle glass repair and replacement. Its stated area of operation covers the whole of South Wales, with branches in Swansea and Cardiff, and coverage of locations such as Bridgend, Port Talbot, Neath, Carmarthen, Llanelli, Ammanford, Pontypridd, Pembrokeshire, Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly, Porthcawl, Ceredigion, Haverfordwest and Newport.

The company presents itself as an option with several years of experience in the sector and with trained and qualified technicians. Among its credentials it mentions Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA), membership of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and its status as an Autoglass partner for South Wales. It also states that it offers a labour guarantee and does not charge call-out fees.

Glass and calibration services

Able Windscreens' catalogue covers various vehicle glass needs. In addition to windscreen replacement and repair, the company carries out repairs to rear windows, body glass, panoramic roofs and sunroofs, as well as the repair of stone chips or impacts on the glass. It also handles system calibration on all makes and models of vehicle.

The company serves privately owned vehicles, commercial vehicles — including fleets — and agricultural machinery. In the van conversion section, it offers a conversion service that consists of replacing the metal panels in the rear doors with new glass and fitting knock-on trims to finish the job.

Frequently asked questions about glass and windscreens

The website includes some common questions about the condition of the windscreen. The company advises against driving with a cracked windscreen or with impacts, as potholes can make the problem worse. On whether the glass needs replacing, it states that this depends on the size and depth of the crack: small chips and cracks can be repaired, while larger cracks may require a full replacement. As for the MOT, it warns that a cracked windscreen may cause the vehicle to fail if the crack obstructs the driver's line of vision, so it recommends resolving the problem as soon as possible.

Regarding staff qualifications, the company states that all its technicians are trained and that it has several years of experience in the sector, in addition to the accreditations already mentioned. As for payment methods, it accepts card, cash, cheque and bank transfer.

Customer reviews

The site collects customer opinions from Facebook and Yell. The comments highlight the speed and efficiency of the service, the staff's attention and the relationship between price and result. Among the cases cited are the replacement of the windscreen of a classic Mustang and a job carried out on a cold, windy morning in Swansea. The reviews mention some technicians by name, such as Jessie, Dean and Wayne.

Branches and locations

Swansea branch: Able Windscreens, Alamein Rd, Plasmarl, Swansea, SA1 2HY

Cardiff branch: Able Windscreens, Unit 89 Portmanmoor Road Industrial Estate, Portmanmoor Road, Cardiff, CF24 5HB