5 Best Windshield Replacement in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A cracked windshield in Johannesburg rarely waits for a convenient day, and the shop you call decides whether it's a same-day fix or a week of squinting through a spider-web crack. Across the businesses on this page, ratings sit close together at 4.1 to 4.4, but review counts swing from 34 to 466, so the real signal isn't the star average, it's how many drivers actually stuck around to leave one. Between them these windshield replacement outfits in Johannesburg have logged just over 1,000 reviews, and reading through them tells a more useful story than the scorecard alone.

Short answer: BSG Auto Glass JHB leads on volume with 466 reviews at 4.2 stars, pricing windscreens from around R400-R500. NST Auto Glass and My Glass Selby both edge it on rating (4.1 and 4.4), and Commercial Auto Glass is close behind with 409 reviews at 4.2. Fitment quality varies more than price here, so read the pros and cons before you book.

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3. Mayfair Auto Glass
4. NST Auto Glass
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How Johannesburg's Windshield Shops Stack Up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	BSG Auto Glass JHB	4.2 ★	466	Highest review volume	View ›
2	Commercial Auto Glass (Pty) Ltd.	4.2 ★	409	Value pricing	View ›
3	Mayfair Auto Glass	4.2 ★	109	Side and rear glass, not just windscreens	View ›
4	NST Auto Glass	4.1 ★	66	Mobile, same-day fitment	View ›
5	My Glass Selby	4.4 ★	34	Highest rating on this page	View ›

5 Best Windshield Replacement in Johannesburg (2026)

Who to call for your windscreen

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

BSG Auto Glass JHB

4.2466 Google reviews

BSG Auto Glass JHB sells and fits windscreens out of Springfield, with prices starting from around R400-R500 including VAT and fitment on Shatter Proof, SABS Approved glass. The business runs an online catalogue of make-specific windscreens (VW, Nissan, Toyota, Isuzu and more) alongside walk-in fitment, and it's the busiest operation on this list by a wide margin. It's open Monday to Saturday, with a shorter Saturday shift.

What people praise

Fitters Lincoln and Lwandiso singled out by name for quality work
Fair, published pricing from the website
Fast turnaround reported by several reviewers

Worth knowing

A handful of detailed complaints about fitment issues (loose trim, backwards wipers)
One reviewer said follow-up after a complaint took weeks

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume466 · 96th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown61% 5-star

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Our take: BSG has by far the most reviews on this page, which buys real statistical confidence, but that same volume means more room for the fitment mistakes a couple of reviewers describe. Worth booking, worth inspecting the trim before you drive off.

Website +27105976650 Directions

12 Trojan Rd, Springfield, Johannesburg, 2190

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Commercial Auto Glass (Pty) Ltd.

4.2409 Google reviews

Commercial Auto Glass operates out of Selby with 409 reviews and a 4.2 average, making it the second most-reviewed windscreen fitter in this comparison. Reviewers consistently mention affordable pricing and straightforward service, and the shop has no website of its own, running purely on its Google presence and word of mouth.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly call out fair pricing
Replaced a cracked windscreen without a hassle for one customer
Efficient service noted by several local guides

Worth knowing

One review flagged repeated rescheduling and poor communication on a booking
No website, so you'll need to call or visit to get a quote

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume409 · 89th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown56% 5-star

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Our take: The price and volume make this a solid second call, especially if BSG is busy. Confirm your appointment window the day before, since scheduling slippage came up in the reviews.

+27114935724 Directions

Corner Westex and Webber Street, Selby, Johannesburg, 2001

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Mayfair Auto Glass

4.2109 Google reviews

Mayfair Auto Glass, based in Homestead Park, handles windscreens, side mirrors, and door glass with a 4.2 rating across 109 reviews. Reviewers describe fast turnarounds, including a side mirror replaced within the hour, and the shop treats a range of vehicles from everyday runabouts to BMWs.

What people praise

Quick same-visit fitment reported for mirrors and windows
Professional, detail-oriented work praised on higher-end vehicles
Friendly, efficient service from multiple reviewers

Worth knowing

One customer described a rattling windscreen that went unresolved for over a week
A separate review described being pressured into a fitment fee after paying for glass only

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume109 · 82th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 months ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown64% 5-star

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Our take: Good for jobs beyond just the windscreen, but the two detailed negative reviews are worth reading in full before you commit to a bigger job here.

+27110794208 Directions

68 Van Der Byl Rd, Homestead Park, Johannesburg, 2092

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

NST Auto Glass

4.166 Google reviews

NST Auto Glass, run out of West Turffontein, covers both auto and building glass, with a specific focus on windscreen replacement in Gauteng. At 4.1 stars across 66 reviews it's the smallest volume on this page, but reviewers repeatedly mention same-day, on-site fitment, including one customer who called on a Friday morning and had a replacement done before the weekend.

What people praise

Comes to your home or workplace for fitment
Owner replies personally to reviews and names staff by name
Multiple reviewers cite reasonable pricing and running specials

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the top two shops on this page

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume66 · 75th

Confidenceearly

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown62% 5-star

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Our take: If a same-day, on-site fix matters more than raw review count, NST's responsiveness in the reviews stands out. Worth a call if you're stuck without a car.

Website +27872655004 Directions

9 W Turffontein Rd, West Turffontein, Johannesburg, 2190

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

My Glass Selby

4.434 Google reviews

My Glass Selby is the local branch of My Glass, a nationwide South African glass repair network with insurance-claim handling built into its booking process. At 4.4 stars it carries the top rating here, though its 34 reviews make it the smallest sample on the page. The branch covers Selby and the surrounding Bedfordview, Alberton, and Kempton Park area.

What people praise

Highest-rated shop on this list
Handles insurance claims directly through an automated system
Multiple reviewers praised specific fitters by name for professionalism

Worth knowing

One reviewer described a full hour of waiting and a missed rescheduled appointment
Fewest reviews on this page, so the 4.4 rests on a smaller base than the others

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume34 · 54th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The rating is the best on this page, but with only 34 reviews behind it, treat it as a promising early signal rather than a settled track record. Good option if you're already going through insurance.

Website +27108807586 Directions

19 Webber St, Selby South, Johannesburg, 2001

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How we rank these shops

Rating is the live average from Google reviews. Review volume shows how many customers actually left feedback, which we weigh against the rating instead of treating stars alone as the answer. Confidence combines both, so a 4.2 with hundreds of reviews scores differently than a 4.4 with a few dozen. Recency checks how current the feedback is. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

What does a windscreen replacement cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Pricing on this page comes straight from what these shops publish or quote themselves, and it varies a lot by vehicle make and glass type.

Job	Typical price
Standard windscreen (BSG Auto Glass, incl. VAT & fitment)	From R400 - R500
Compact hatchback windscreen (e.g. VW Golf/Citi Golf, BSG price list)	R750 - R850
Bakkie/van windscreen (e.g. Toyota Hi Ace, BSG price list)	R950 - R1,000
Larger bakkie windscreen (e.g. Isuzu KB, GWM Steed, BSG price list)	R1,200 - R1,300
Same-day golf-class special (NST Auto Glass, reader-reported)	Around R750

Prices compiled July 2026 from BSG Auto Glass JHB’s published windscreen catalogue and reviewer-reported quotes from NST Auto Glass.

Covering Johannesburg and the East Rand

These shops cluster around Springfield, Selby, Homestead Park, and West Turffontein, with My Glass Selby also servicing Bedfordview, Alberton, Edenvale, Kempton Park, and Rosettenville through its nationwide network. If you’re searching for windshield replacement near me anywhere in central Johannesburg, at least one of them is within a short drive.

What to ask before you book a windscreen replacement

Is the glass SABS approved or OEM-equivalent for my vehicle?
Does the price include VAT and fitment, or are those extra?
Can you fit it on-site at my home or office, or do I need to bring the car in?
How long does the adhesive need to cure before I can drive normally?
Do you handle insurance claims directly, or do I need to submit them myself?
What’s your policy if trim, sensors, or wipers are damaged during fitment?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these windscreen shops?

We pulled every windshield replacement business in Johannesburg with a meaningful public Google presence, then ranked by a mix of rating, review volume, and how current the feedback is.

How often is this updated?

This page was last verified in July 2026 using live Google review data, and we refresh it periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Can any of these shops come to me?

Yes. NST Auto Glass and My Glass Selby both mention on-site or home fitment in customer reviews and their own service descriptions.

How long does a windscreen replacement take?

Reviewers across these shops report fitment times ranging from under an hour to a few hours, depending on the vehicle and glass availability.

Should I worry about the adhesive curing time?

Ask your fitter directly. It varies by product, and driving too soon can affect the seal.

The bottom line

BSG Auto Glass JHB is the safe default here, with the deepest review history and published pricing you can check before you call. If you want a same-day, on-site fix, NST Auto Glass’s reviews back that up. Whoever you choose, ask about trim and sensor handling upfront, since that’s where the complaints on this page cluster.

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