When a hail storm strikes, there isn’t always time to get your vehicle under cover. Thankfully, a reputable auto repair shop can eliminate any dents your car ends up sustaining. As long as you follow a few simple tips, restoring your vehicle to its former glory should be fairly straightforward. 

Do:

Contact your auto insurer. 

Whether your carrier will cover the necessary auto repairs will depend on the terms of your policy. To confirm your coverage, reach out to your insurer as soon as possible. If hail damage is covered, you may have a limited amount of time to proceed with a claim. 

Find a shop that offers paintless dent removal.

Paintless dent removal is the easiest and most affordable way to repair hail damage. Using precise tools, this process restores the metal to its original shape without the need to repaint it.

As such, the restored vehicle looks just as it did when it first came out of the factory. 

Don’t:

Put off necessary repairs. 

Although hail damage is usually just cosmetic, you shouldn’t postpone taking your car to a shop to repair it. If left unchecked, the paint will eventually start chipping and cracking in the dents. This will expose the frame to the elements, and once it starts rusting, there is nothing you can do to stop it short of replacing the entire affected panel. 

Ignore the aftercare instructions. 

After the dents have been removed, you’ll need to reapply wax to the affected areas. This will protect the underlying paint while enhancing its original shine. If you have the proper buffing tools, you can apply the wax yourself. Otherwise, an auto detailer will do it for you. 

If your car sustained hail damage, take it to Schaller Jacobson Collision and Automotive Repair. Established in1955, this family-owned and -operated auto repair shop boasts ASE-certified mechanics. With three convenient locations in Wisconsin’s Galesville, La Crosse, and Onalaska, they’re proud to serve as a one-stop-shop for all your auto repair needs. To request a quote, call (608) 788-2545 or visit them online to browse their services.