Back Glass in Santa Monica, CA
Back glass (the rear window) is usually tempered glass that shatters into small pieces when broken — often after a break-in or impact. Replacement in Santa Monica includes cleaning out the fragments and, on many vehicles, reconnecting the rear defroster grid and any antenna built into the glass.
Auto glass shops in Santa Monica
No shops have specifically listed back glass in Santa Monica yet — these Santa Monicaauto glass shops can tell you if they offer it. Use "Get a quote" to ask.
Class Auto Glass
Santa Monica, CA
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M&M Glass Tinting-Stereo Shop
Santa Monica, CA
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24 Hour Auto Glass
Santa Monica, CA
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Santa Monica Express Auto Glass
Santa Monica, CA
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Topshop Auto Glass
Santa Monica, CA
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Mobile Auto Glass LA
Santa Monica, CA
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Santa Monica Auto Glass
Santa Monica, CA
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Santa Monica, CA
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When you need back glass
- •A shattered rear window after a break-in, vandalism, or impact
- •A rear defroster that stopped working after glass damage
- •Cracks or chips in the rear glass that compromise visibility
- •Water leaking in around a damaged rear window seal
Back Glass cost in Santa Monica
Typical Santa Monica range
$200–$450
Cost varies with defroster grids, built-in antennas, and privacy tint. Comprehensive insurance commonly covers it minus your deductible.
Back Glass FAQs — Santa Monica
Does back glass replacement restore my rear defroster?
Yes — a proper replacement reconnects the defroster grid that's printed onto the glass, so your rear window clears again. Confirm the shop accounts for the defroster and any antenna in the glass.
Why did my back glass shatter into tiny pieces?
Rear and side windows are usually tempered glass, designed to crumble into small, dull-edged pieces instead of sharp shards. That's why a break-in often leaves a pile of pebble-like glass.
Can a Santa Monica shop clean up all the broken glass?
Yes — a good Santa Monica installer vacuums fragments out of the trunk, seats, and seals as part of the job, so you're not finding glass for weeks.