Has your car ever sustained hail damage? If so, then you know it can leave your vehicle an absolute mess. After all, hail is literally pieces of ice pelting down from the sky. Dents, dings, paint damage, and cracked glass are all a possibility during a hail storm and your car can be left worse for the wear with some heavy-duty repairs in its future. Our Charlotte auto body repair shop is here to help - check out these tips from our expert techs on how to deal with hail damage.
The easiest way to deal with hail damage is to avoid it altogether (obviously). If you know a bad storm is coming, park your car under cover. A garage or carport is best, but anything that can provide some cover can help ward off some of the hail and prevent dents and dings in the metal.
However, sometimes bad storms pop up without warning, or you may be out and about when one strikes and unable to do anything to provide your car with some cover. If you sustain hail damage on your N Charlotte Toyota, here are some tips to keep in mind.
Hail damage is no joke - it's not something you should try to repair on your own at home. It's best left to the experts at our Charlotte body shop; they can repair the dents and dings and get your paint looking like-new again.
You need to contact your car insurance. Hail damage SHOULD be covered under your comprehensive policy. You may have to pay the deductible, but it'll likely be cheaper than trying to pay for the damage repair out of pocket. Also, in some states (like Florida), insurance dictates that your windshield will be replaced for free should it get cracked.
Work with your insurance company to set up an estimate appointment, where an agent will come inspect the damage to your car and start working on the cost so they can cut you a check.
Schedule repairs with a trusted provider. Remember, our Charlotte Toyota body shop offers a variety of warranties and guarantees to ensure you get the peace of mind that you deserve for your vehicle.
Need help with hail damage or any other auto body repair? Call Toyota of N Charlotte today. We're open and waiting at (704) 659-2040 and conveniently located just off I-77 at exit 23 in Huntersville.
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