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How can I keep rain out of a broken car window?
The passenger seat window of my car has been broken for a while now. It wasn’t an issue during the summer, but as the weather gets colder and wetter, I’ve been having some real problems keeping my car dry. I have plans to get the window replaced but in the meantime, how can I keep the rain out of my car’s window?
Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Broken windows
on your car can be both dangerous and a pain, so I’m glad to hear you’ll be getting it fixed soon. The best way to keep rain out of a broken car window is to make a waterproof window covering out of a preferably heavy-duty plastic garbage bag.Prepare the plastic bag and tape by measuring the dimensions of your car window and cut the plastic garbage bag to fit, adding a half-inch on each edge—you’ll want to be able to pull the plastic tightly across the window frame without too much extra plastic over the edges.
Cut up eight to ten pieces of masking tape, each about two inches long, and use them to attach the plastic garbage bag to the window frame from the inside of the car. Make sure to tape along the inside and outside of the window for the best results.
When you tape against the rubber seal of the window, a stronger tape like duct tape might be necessary. You’ll want to be careful not to stick the duct tape to the car’s paint as it could cause damage when you remove it. When you’re done, be sure to add long strips of tape over each edge of the bag to help seal the edges against rain.
Since you’re planning to repair your window soom, it’s good to keep in mind that your window’s repairs could be covered under your
comprehensive coverage
, if the damage wasn’t related to an accident. If your policy doesn’t include comprehensive coverage, the Jerry
app can help you find a policy that does. We’ll get you personalized quotes from top providers in seconds, so that all you need to do is pick the plan that works best for you—and once you pick one, we’ll even help you switch!Best of luck with the repairs!
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