Start with repair versus replacement. A chip smaller than a quarter, or a crack shorter than a few inches and out of the driver’s direct line of sight, can usually be repaired the same day for far less than a new windshield, and comprehensive insurance often covers it at little or no cost. Once damage spreads into a long crack, reaches the edge of the glass, or sits directly in front of the driver, replacement is the safer call. A reputable shop will tell you honestly which one you need.
If your vehicle has a camera mounted near the rearview mirror for lane-keeping, automatic braking, or adaptive cruise, that camera looks through the windshield and must be recalibrated after any replacement. Skipping this step can leave those safety systems misaligned. When comparing Hazleton shops, confirm they perform ADAS calibration in-house or coordinate it, and ask for documentation that it was completed.