The Complete Guide to What To Do After Hail Damage (And Why It’s Easier Than You Think)

Express Auto Hail Repair
5 days ago
3 min read

Hailstorms can happen in minutes, but the damage they leave on your vehicle can last years if you don’t act quickly. Tiny dents, cracked glass, and chipped paint don’t just make your car look worse—they can also lower resale value and lead to denied insurance claims if left unaddressed.

Most drivers panic at the thought of filing a hail claim. The paperwork, adjusters, and back-and-forth calls can feel overwhelming. That’s why at Express Hail Repair, we’ve built a process that puts all the responsibility on us—not you. All you need to do is bring your vehicle in, and we take care of everything else.

In this guide, we’ll cover:

Why you should never wait after hail damage
How insurance coverage works for hail repairs
Why Express Hail Repair’s process saves you money (and stress)
The step-by-step process you can expect when you bring your car in

Why Quick Action Matters

Insurance companies set strict timelines for hail claims. Waiting weeks or months can give them an excuse to deny coverage. Even worse, untreated dents may cause rust or more serious paint damage.

According to the National Weather Service, hail causes billions in property damage every year. Cars are particularly vulnerable because even pea-sized hail can leave dents across multiple panels.

The bottom line: if your car has hail damage, don’t wait. The sooner you bring it to Express Hail Repair, the sooner we can secure full coverage on your behalf.

How Insurance Handles Hail Damage

Here’s the good news: hail is considered an “act of nature” and is almost always covered by comprehensive auto insurance. That means:

You don’t have to prove fault
Coverage applies even if your car was parked
Your premiums usually don’t increase after a hail claim

But here’s the catch: if you try to file yourself, you may miss key documentation or undervalue the damage—leading to out-of-pocket expenses. That’s why our customers trust us to handle the claim.

The Express Hail Repair Process

Here’s how it works when you bring your vehicle in:

Free Inspection
- We use advanced lighting to identify dents that aren’t visible in normal light.
- We provide a full report to submit with your insurance claim.
We File Your Claim
- No waiting on hold. No confusing forms. We submit everything directly to your provider.
Adjuster Coordination
- We meet with the insurance adjuster to ensure every dent is accounted for.
Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)
- Our certified technicians massage dents out without sanding, fillers, or repainting.
- Your factory finish stays intact, preserving resale value.
You Pay $0 Out of Pocket (in most cases)
- Because we work directly with insurance, you avoid unexpected costs.

Common Myths About Hail Repair

“Small dents don’t matter.” Even minor dents can reduce trade-in value by thousands.
“I’ll just wait until the end of hail season.” Insurance may deny coverage if you delay too long.
“I have to use my insurance company’s shop.” False—you can choose any repair shop you trust.

Why Choose Us Over a Body Shop?

Traditional shops often repaint panels, which lowers resale value. At Express Hail Repair, our PDR process preserves your paint, finishes faster, and costs you nothing out of pocket.