Let’s talk about hail damage. For the most part, your car should be sturdy enough to withstand a bit of hail. Unfortunately, there are times when the storm is too intense, resulting in significant damage to your car’s exterior.
In this article, we’ll highlight the parts of your car’s body that are most susceptible to hail damage and how to deal with it.
- Hood and Fenders. Car hoods and fenders are among the most exposed parts of car exteriors. It’s no wonder they usually bear the brunt of hail damage. Large hailstones can leave them with cosmetic damage in the form of visible pockmarks or dings.
- Finish. Hailstones can scrape, chip, or scratch your car’s factory finish, resulting in cosmetic damage. During intense storms, the finish may be too compromised to repaint, in which case you’ll have no choice but to replace the affected panels.
- Windshield. Hailstones accelerate as they fall from the sky. Larger ones can reach speeds of 25-40 miles per hour, with some even falling at 72 mph. Such speeds can damage your windscreen in any of the following ways:
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- Cracks.
- Shattering.
- Loosening the windshield seal.
- Hazing around the edges.
What to Do in the Event of Hail Damage
If your car has sustained hail damage, the best action is to perform immediate repairs at an auto body repair shop. Urgent repairs will restore your car’s pristine shape, protecting its value. Some repairs that can address hail damage include dent repair, windshield replacement and repair, and auto paint touch-ups.
If you’d like to learn more about which solution will work best for your hail-damaged car, get in touch with us today.