A complete hail repair starts with a complete inspection.
Hail rarely damages only one visible panel. Proper estimating requires controlled lighting, clean panels, and a panel-by-panel count of dent size, depth, location, and access. Trim, moldings, roof rails, lamps, glass, and prior damage may also affect the repair plan.
What we inspect
- Hood, roof, deck lid, doors, fenders, quarter panels, and rails
- Paint condition and evidence of cracked or stretched finishes
- Aluminum versus steel panel construction
- Interior access and required removal-and-install operations
- Broken or damaged moldings, trim, lights, glass, and accessories
Repair methods
Paintless dent repair is preferred when the metal and paint can be restored without refinishing. Conventional body repair may be necessary for sharp impacts, cracked paint, severely stretched metal, inaccessible damage, or damaged parts. We explain the recommended method before repair authorization.
Warranty
Katy Dent Repair provides a lifetime warranty on auto hail repairs, consistent with the warranty terms provided at repair authorization.