Question 1

How does paintless dent repair (PDR) work?

Accepted Answer

Paintless dent repair is the process of repairing dents without having to repaint your vehicle. Dents are repaired using specialty-made tools to slowly push the dent out from inside the dented panel, restoring your vehicle to its previous condition.

Question 2

Will my auto insurance cover auto hail repair?

Accepted Answer

Most auto insurance plans do cover auto hail repair. We work with your insurance adjuster to get you an accurate estimate on the repair costs. If you owe a deductible, we will also work with you on that. Many of our customers pay little to nothing to have their car repaired. 
Your vehicle will retain its value with our paintless dent repair because we’re able to preserve the factory paint and clear coat on your vehicle, lowering the overall repair cost.

Question 3

Will my auto hail damage claim make my insurance go up?

Accepted Answer

No, your car insurance will not go up after an auto hail damage claim.

Hail storms are considered a catastrophic event, so the damage to your vehicle is a comprehensive claim, unlike a collision that would raise your personal policy rates. What the insurance companies generally do is increase rates on everyone’s policy in the area affected by the storm. You may already have noticed an increase even though you haven’t had your vehicle repaired.

Your insurance company might give you a list of vendors to choose from to get your vehicle fixed. These vendors are under contract with the insurance company and must charge you a deductible. We choose to be an independent vendor so we can waive your deductible using our advertising promotion.

As the policy holder, you have the right to choose IndepenDent Auto Service to repair your vehicle. We will work on your behalf with your insurance adjuster to get an accurate estimate of the hail damage on your vehicle.

Question 4

What if I choose not to get my car fixed?

Accepted Answer

Most auto insurance companies are obligated to put an “unrepaired damage” restriction on your policy. This would mean any future claims will be denied until your hail damage is repaired.

You are also in-breach of your contract with your lien holder if your vehicle is not repaired. This lowers the value of your automobile when selling or trade-in. This is especially true for leased automobiles. When you turn in the vehicle after the lease is up, you will be responsible for the cost of repairs at that time.

Again, the value of that vehicle will be lowered. With Hail123 IndepenDent Auto Services, LLC, we will work with you so you will have NO OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSE and REPAIR YOUR CAR to its original condition.

Question 5

Why IndepenDent Auto Services?

Accepted Answer

The auto insurance companies want you to go to a “hail specialist,” and that is exactly what we are! Each of our technicians have at least 15 years’ experience in a very specialized field of vehicle repair.
The paintless dent process works by placing a special tool behind the dent and massaging it back to its original smooth finish. Your vehicle will retain its value because the factory paint and clear coat are preserved.

What you don’t want is a body shop to fill the dents with bondo and paint your vehicle or replace parts. Some auto body shops will even skin the roofs (literally replacing the roof), requiring the repairs to go on CarFax, which permanently decreases the value of your car.

We look out for our customers’ best interests and the value of their vehicles when we use paintless dent repair.

Question 6

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Simply contact us today! Once we’ve set up your appointment, we will review the damage on your vehicle and work with your insurance adjuster to provide you with an accurate estimate of the repairs.

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Frequently asked questions

How does paintless dent repair (PDR) work?

Will my auto insurance cover auto hail repair?

Will my auto hail damage claim make my insurance go up?

What if I choose not to get my car fixed?

Why IndepenDent Auto Services?

How do I get started?

Don't Lose Out When Mother Nature Hits!

How Auto Hail Repair Works

Discover answers to your frequently asked questions about paintless dent repair

Frequently asked questions

How does paintless dent repair (PDR) work?

Will my auto insurance cover auto hail repair?

Will my auto hail damage claim make my insurance go up?

What if I choose not to get my car fixed?

Why IndepenDent Auto Services?

How do I get started?

Don't Lose Out When Mother Nature Hits!

Discover answers to your frequently asked questions
about paintless dent repair