Glasses

[41mag]

A little while ago I managed to mangle my glasses.  I need to get them fixed, but don't have insurance.  Can anyone recommend a place near Northwood - Concord area that won't charge me too much?

[AntonLee]

I don't know what strength your glasses are, but if they're prescription I'd say go ahead and save up a few hundred and get new ones.  I've found that getting my glasses fixed has been just as expensive.  If it's just the frames, they could probably do something for you. 

I would suggest an independent company, not only because I utilize one but because when I was in the office they showed consumer reports saying that independent companies usually provide better service and prices were about the same.

I can't suggest a place, there's a place in Seabrook called Eye Appeal that have been pretty good to me.

[41mag]

Yes, it was just the frame.  Bent up pretty badly, and have a screw stripped out that hold the frame together.

[KBCraig]

As long as your lenses are okay, most places can re-shape them to fit the frames you choose. There are lots of frames for under $50, but they might not be the most stylish.

If you have the chance to buy vision insurance, I highly recommend VSP. I pay full price (no employer subsidy), and it's a huge savings every year.

[neggy]

If the screw is stripped out they just replace it with a bolt. I have had this happen a few times.

I have found the optical dept at BJ's will bend, twist and repair glasses at little or no charge.

[zackbass]

A little while ago I managed to mangle my glasses.  I need to get them fixed, but don't have insurance.  Can anyone recommend a place near Northwood - Concord area that won't charge me too much?

If you can wait (maybe for your extra pair) just go to http://zennioptical.com/
I have used them more than once and the glasses are excellent and way way cheaper than anything locally, even on sale.  Huge selection too.

[41mag]

Thanks for the link.   

I'd probably need a new eye exam first though.  Which gets me back to needing to find a local place. . .

[Russell Kanning]

walmart will be not that much for an exam and cheap frames/lens

[41mag]

If you can wait (maybe for your extra pair) just go to http://zennioptical.com/
I have used them more than once and the glasses are excellent and way way cheaper than anything locally, even on sale.  Huge selection [tu].

I finally ordered from them today.  I did WalMart for the exam, but their glasses were much more than what Zenni was charging.  I'll see in a couple of weeks how the glasses turn out.

Anyone know of a good source for contacts now?