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Water Leak Diagnostic (Glass & Seals)

We trace exactly where water is getting into your car — windshield, door, sunroof, or body seals — and show you what it will take to fix it.

Difficulty: moderate~0.51.5 hrs1–2 hours
Estimated total
$80–180
Parts$0
Labor$80–180
Labor time0.51.5 hrs

Diagnostic pricing covers testing and identification of the problem. Repair parts and labor are quoted separately.

Repair costs are not included unless separately selected.

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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

A technician runs controlled water and trace testing around your glass, moldings, sunroof drains, and body seams to pinpoint the entry path, which is often far from where the water shows up inside. You get a clear finding of the leak source and a written repair recommendation. The diagnostic fee covers the testing and identification only.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Wet carpet or damp floor mats after rain
  • Water dripping from the headliner or A-pillar
  • Musty or moldy smell inside the car
  • Fogged-up windows that never fully clear
  • Water pooling in the trunk or spare tire well
  • Drips near the rearview mirror or sunroof
If you delay

Untreated leaks lead to mold, odors, corroded wiring, and rusted floor pans that cost far more to repair than the leak itself.

Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
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Often done together.