Hidden Hail Damage: How to Spot It (and Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Fix It)

Express Auto Hail Repair
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Many drivers assume their car escaped a hailstorm with “just a few dents.” But the truth is, hail damage often hides in plain sight—and it can cost you big when it comes time to trade in or sell.

At Express Hail Repair, we specialize in finding hidden hail damage and filing claims so you don’t have to. In most cases, you’ll drive away with a fully repaired car at $0 cost to you.

Where Hidden Damage Often Hides

Roof & Hood: Flat surfaces show dents, but small ones blend in.
Side Panels: Dings are less noticeable, especially on dark paint.
Trim Edges: Small paint chips can expose metal to rust.
Reflections: Distorted reflections often reveal dents you can’t see directly.

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Hidden Damage

Insurance Deadlines Claims must be filed quickly, or they can be denied.
Resale Value Dealers use special lights to find dents you’ll miss. They deduct repair costs from trade-in offers.
Long-Term Damage Tiny paint cracks lead to rust, which spreads and lowers structural integrity.

How Express Hail Repair Catches Every Dent

Specialized lighting systems reveal dents invisible in normal daylight.
Full documentation ensures your insurance pays for every panel.
PDR repair method restores your car without repainting.

Real-Life Example

One customer thought their truck had “just a few dents.” Our inspection revealed over 250 hail marks across the roof and hood. Without a claim, their resale value would have dropped by thousands. Instead, we filed the claim, performed full PDR, and they paid nothing.