Originally Posted by IanG

A local shop that installed windshield film no longer does, these are the reasons they posted on their website:

Reason 1

You will still get rock chips even if overall volume is diminished.

Reason 2

The film prevents glass shops from being able to fix these before they spider.

Reason 3

The process of removing the film to fix these chips often forces the chip to spider out, ruining the windshield.

Reason 4

These films constantly de-laminate and become scuffed and scratched within less than a year of driving, obstructing vision and marring the appearance of the vehicle.

These issues can create extremely dangerous driving conditions due to markedly poor visibility. This issue also presents extreme liability issues for the driver in the event of an accident.

Reason 5

These films are prohibitively expensive both for the end consumer and installation shops.

Reason 6

It is impossible to install these films to a high degree of aesthetic perfection. Burn marks and creases are common.

Reason 7

These films are not legal within ​some jurisdictions

Originally Posted by chumpchang

Progressive can work with your local Lexus Dealer to replace your windshield with an OEM windshield. If you're going to pay 250 for your deductible, just get an OEM one. Talk to Progressive and have them direct you to Safelite to file a claim, then tell them you're going to a Lexus dealership. Give them the name and address of the dealership you're going to. They will cover the cost of the new windshield plus labor "within reason". It should cost somewhere around 2.5k with parts and labor. After the dealership is done with the repair, take a picture of the receipt, email it to them with the relevant information and they'll send you a check within 2 weeks to cover the cost after deductible. I've done this 3 times.