【How-to】How to Choose Windshield Wiper Blades

How do I know what kind of windshield wipers I need?

There are several ways to find out the right wiper size for your car:

Look in the owner’s manual.
Go to any auto parts store and use their “wiper blade size finder”
Look up your correct wiper size online.
Measure the wiper blades currently on your car.

Which type of wiper blades is best?

The best overall wiper blades

According to Bosch, its Icon wiper blade with ClearMax 365 holds up against breaking up to 40% longer than competitors, which makes it even more appealing to the value-minded shopper. And thanks to a double-lock connector, the Bosch Icon beam blade is easy to install on the wiper arm.

Does it matter what windshield wipers I get?

Windshield wiper blades are vehicle specific. On some vehicles, both wiper blades are the same size. Check your owner’s manual and only replace your wiper blades with the size specified by the manufacturer. This will ensure proper fit and prevent unwanted damage.

Is it worth buying expensive wiper blades?

Expensive wiper blades are better suited to the curved surface of the windshield and provide a better wipe than generic wipers. They are also noise-free and streak-free so there will be nothing to distract you when going around the sharp bend. They also remain consistent in all weather conditions.

What is the cost of windshield wiper blades?

The average cost for windshield wiper blade replacement is between $75 and $82. Labor costs are estimated between $26 and $33 while parts are priced at $49.

Does AutoZone install windshield wipers for free?

Most places, including AutoZone, O’Reilly and Advance Auto Parts will also replace your wiper blades for free if you buy them at their store. Really, if you buy wiper blades, chances are the place you’re buying them from will put them on for you at no cost.

Are Bosch wiper blades worth it?

Why are wiper blades so expensive?

While no wiper blade is right for every car, our research shows that the Bosch Icon is a good chance for most drivers. The Icon is a beam-blade wiper that, like all beam blades, works better than traditional bracket wipers in wintry conditions, so it’s a good year-round performer.

Do wiper blades come in pairs?

On the other hand, expensive windshield wipers use a one-piece design that allows the blade to sit well on the curved surface of the windshield, improving the wiping process. After all, the beam – the wiper blade is the most expensive, and for good reason – is one of the more expensive blades on the market.

How do I know the size of my wiper blades?

Though some vehicles have wipers that are the same length, most have subtle differences between the left and right side. This is evidenced through the fact that when buying new blades, most come with the driver and passenger side separately labeled.

Does O’Reilly install wiper blades?

Can you buy wiper blade refills?

Our Parts Professionals will install new wiper blades on your vehicle free of charge. Whether you’ve bought front or rear wipers or both, our Parts Professionals are happy to provide this convenient service to help keep you safe on the road.

Can you buy one windshield wiper?

Purchase refills to replace worn rubber part of wiper blades. You don’t have to buy the entire blade. Most often you can just replace the wiper refill as we show here in this how to change wiper blades article.

What are the different types of wiper blades?

So the real answer is that it’s definitely not OK to change just one wiper blade, and it makes an awesome difference if you change the arms at the same time also.

Are wiper blade refills universal?

What are the best wiper blade refills?

The three main types of wiper blades are: conventional, flat and hybrid. If your car came with conventional windscreen wipers, they can be replaced with flat or hybrid wipers for a performance and visual upgrade.

Are silicone wiper blades better than rubber?

Wiper blades come in countless styles, sizes and variations to suit all drivers and all vehicles. They’re not universal, and it can be difficult to know which ones to buy when replacing your windscreen wipers.

How do you fix windshield wiper rubber?

Should I replace wiper blades or inserts?

Silicone wiper blades are better than rubber in many aspects of wipe performance. They extend the life of wiper blades by twice the life of rubber blades. Silicone wipers are also more efficient in driving at a higher speed during heavy rain. There are also other areas where rubber blades prevail.