Hail Damage

Some things are simply unavoidable. Hail damage is unfortunately, one of those things. Especially in a place like Texas when the weather can turn quickly and without any warning.

 

How To Avoid Hail Damage

Hail damage is a terrible nightmare for any car owner. So to avoid this situation, you should:

  • Park your car in a covered or shade place, particularly in hailstorm season.
  • Make sure you park your car in an safe area if you are going to be going out of town for a long time, if possible. And you should ask someone to check the car for you once in a while.

How to minimise storm damage to your building:

Tip 1: Check and unblock all the gutters where necessary
Tip 2: Check all walls and windows for cracks and repair where necessary
Tip 3: Check walls for flaking or bubbling paint as this may be a sign of dampness in the walls and when fixed it could prevent future damage. The Dent Shop  (469) 233-5880

 

How Long Does It Take To Fix Hail Damage On A Car? 

Fortunately, repairing hail damage to vehicles your car can be done quickly and easily. Although Repair times are up to the severity of the hailstorm and the damage on your car. For the light or moderate damages, the repairs may take from 1 to 3 days. But for heavy damages, it may take you 2 to 3 weeks as that damages will needs body shop participation, for paint work and panel replacement. The Dent Shop  (469) 233-5880

 

Defective hail-damaged vehicles

Severe storms can bring hail, which can damage your vehicle, motorcycle or caravan. This damage may make your vehicle defective, including:

broken or cracked windows

broken lights, such as headlights, tail-lights or direction indicators

damaged windscreen wiper arms.

Storms may also cause damage from falling trees or other debris.

It is an offence to drive a defective vehicle on a road. Penalties can include on-the-spot fines, driver licence demerit points and defect notices. The Dent Shop  (469) 233-5880

Hail damage is a worst nightmare for car’s owner but we have plenty of ways to avoid and fix this problem. If we find that your vehicle has extensive pre-existing damage, we will be more than happy to assist you by writing a separate estimate for this repair. We always help customers through the process of filing a claim. We know this can be daunting for someone who isn’t accustomed to dealing with insurance companies. We work alongside adjusters on a regular basis and are more than happy to take on the responsibility so that you don’t have to worry about it.

We specialize in repairing vehicles that have been struck with hail. If your vehicle has been damaged by hail you can rest assured knowing that New Tech Dent Repair has the experience and technology to get your vehicle back to its pre-damaged condition. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. The Dent Shop  (469) 233-5880