Spring Showers Bring... Vehicle Dents?

March is just around the corner. Are you ready for spring? The weather is finally starting to warm-up in North Texas. This means winter is on its way out. Of course, spring brings its own set of challenges for vehicles on the road. As we continue to ride out the last of the winter weather spells it is important for us to be aware of the road hazards spring can, and will bring:

Spring Storms

If you have lived in North Texas for long enough you know how prone we are to spring showers. Rain makes roadways slippery and reduces the traction on your vehicle’s tires. Make sure you drive slowly and keep up with your tire maintenance; this will make a big difference while driving on slick roads.

Hail

Hail is probably the most destructive component to our North Texas spring storms. Hail can shatter windshields and leave dents all over the body of your vehicle making it hazardous for you and your passengers. The best thing you can do during a hail storm is to be inside, not in your vehicle. To protect your vehicle from hail you should park it in a garage, covered public parking, beside a large building (on the opposite side of the storm’s direction), or cover your vehicle with old blankets.

People

As the weather warms up more and more people start to venture outside. More people will be walking, exercising, and biking, so there is an added danger of pedestrians cutting in front of you or getting in your way. Be extra aware near parks or where they may be children.

Animals

Just as people start to venture out more, so do animals and other wildlife. As you are driving, be aware, many animals are starting to scavenge for food and look for mates. They may end up in the middle of the road, so stay vigilant to avoid hitting any of these critters.

Winter Roads

Last, but certainly not least, winter weather can wreak havoc on roadways, especially ice and snow. Keep an eye out for any new potholes, or unevenness that could have been created since the fall season. Potholes can lead to a slew of damages to your vehicle, including poor alignment, suspension damage, bent rims, and more.

However, accidents happen. If you do find yourself in an accident or storm that has left your vehicle dented, call us at Dynamic Dent Auto Hail Solutions, located in Lewisville, Texas. .

With our Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) system, we can repair any dent on your vehicle. By repairing your vehicle with PDR you save time and your vehicle’s finish will not be harmed. Dynamic Dent offers premiere service made simple and convenient with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and lifetime warranty on all repairs. Contact us immediately to start the claims process with your insurance!

Clever Solutions to Protect From Hail Damage

We all know that inevitably a hail storm will find its way to North Texas. Thankfully, if you keep up with the weather, you generally get a heads up about severe weather heading this way. It is important to prepare and have a plan already in place so you know what to do when you hear that a potential hail storm is approaching. When you know that is is on its way, you have a plan and time to implement it. 

Personal Garage

The most obvious location to protect your vehicle, and for sure the best and easiest, is in your own garage or covered driveway. Your vehicle will be close by so you can keep an eye on it from the safety of your own home. However, this is not an option for everyone. You may not have a garage, or the space in your garage is already occupied and cannot accommodate another vehicle. 

Blankets

In that case you might want to leave your vehicle on your driveway or the street covered in blankets. Search your house for as many blankets and towels as you can then cover your vehicle with them and use duct tape to secure. Be sure not to put the duct tape directly onto your vehicle. Duct tape could leave behind unwanted tape residue in unwanted places, damaging the aesthetics of your vehicle. The blankets should take the brunt of the hail and protect your car from dents. An alternative to blankets could be purchasing and utilizing a car cover. 

Covered Public Parking

Your next line of defense is going to be covered public parking. While you are driving around go ahead and take note of local covered parking. Maybe there is a parking garage at a shopping mall or an office space. When a storm is fast approaching and you don’t have a garage at home that will work, you will know exactly where you should take your vehicle. However, if you are out and about and don’t have time to locate covered parking, an overpass or gas station canopy will provide some protection in a pinch. 

Large Buildings

Finally, as a last resort, keep an eye on the radar and note what direction the storm is approaching from. Park your vehicle on the opposite side of the building. For example, if the storm is approaching from the north, park on the south side. This may not shield your vehicle completely, but you are using the coverage of the large building to hopefully keep your vehicle safe from the worst part of the storm. If the wind is strong enough the building may shield your vehicle from damage completely. 

However, if you find you didn’t have time to formulate a plan and now have a vehicle that sustained damage, don’t worry! Dynamic Dent Auto Hail Solutions, located in Lewisville, Texas, is here to help. Contact us immediately to start the claims process with your insurance! 

Where did the Dent come from?

Unfortunately, it happens. We’ve all been there. You walk up to your vehicle after work, or a day of shopping, and it’s there. A dent. Where did it come from? It wasn’t there when you left. What happened? Sadly this happens more often than we would like. Dents come in all shapes and sizes. So, let’s examine the dent. Commonly, you will find one of the following types: 

Creased Dents

A creased dent shows itself by forming a straight line at the bottom of the dent. Creased dents usually occur when something brushes up and drags against the side of your vehicle. For example, a tree branch, bicycle, another vehicle, trailer, etc. 

Sharp Dents

A sharp dent usually occurs when something small hits your vehicle with a strong impact. Maybe the wind picked something up and blew it into the side of your vehicle. Perhaps it was another vehicle’s door. Maybe it was a rouge shopping cart blows into your vehicle in the parking lot. When the windblown object hits your vehicle, a sharp dent is usually formed. Due to the metal being stretched outwards, sharp dents tend to leave a high spot with a deep “valley”. 

Extreme Dents

You would probably know what happened if your vehicle had an extreme dent. Extreme dents usually occur when your vehicle has a collision with something else large and at a much faster speed. Maybe another vehicle ran into yours, or maybe your vehicle ran into a mailbox or tree. Extreme dents can even occur just be a person leaning up against the vehicle. However large and intimidating, extreme dents can be, with proper tools and expertise, fully restored. 

So, if you approach your vehicle after a long day and discover a new dent, now you know how to examine and make an educated guess about where it came from. Once you’ve done that, your next step is easy! Call us at Dynamic Dent Auto Hail Solutions, located in Lewisville, Texas. We are your go-to repair shop for any and every kind of vehicle dent. Our Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) service is always available to restore your vehicle back to its former glory. 

Dynamic Dent is locally owned and operated, and we work with all insurance companies. A rental car will be provided by your insurance, or us, at no cost. Repairs are guaranteed to be fully covered by your insurance, no out of pocket cost on approved claims with discounts, your insurance rates will not increase for a hail damage claim, and hail damage repairs are not reported to CarFax. 

Dynamic Dent offers premiere service made simple and convenient with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and lifetime warranty on all repairs. Contact us immediately to start the claims process with your insurance! 

Dynamic Dent - We've Got You Covered

Unfortunately, your vehicle will likely endure some sort of trauma to it eventually. You could be the best and most careful driver in the world, but accidents are not always your fault. Your vehicle will likely fall victim to some sort of dent. You may walk outside one day and realize your vehicle has a dent caused by another’s vehicle’s door, hail, or maybe even a full collision. However, when that day comes, you have no reason to fret. Dynamic Dent Auto Hail Solutions, located in Lewisville, Texas, is here for you and your vehicle. We will repair your damaged vehicle with our simple Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) process that guarantees results. 

We know that dents come in all shapes and sizes. This is why we utilize PDR. PDR can repair any dent related damage to your vehicle. You may notice small door dings, hail damage, or large dents caused by a a collision; all of these are repairable with PDR. Our highly trained PDR technicians will use a set of unique tools that are specifically designed to access dents from the backside of the metal panel. From there technicians slowly massage and push to reshape the dented panel and restore your vehicle back to its pre-dented condition. 

No matter the size, any dent can be restored completely by our PDR expert technicians. Through PDR’s ultimate restoration you know that your vehicle is repaired back to its original strength. Over time, those dents will not return, saving you time, money, and energy. 

Compared to a typical body repair shop, PDR is usually much faster. We know your time is valuable, so we want to get you on your way quickly without compromising the quality of work. Additionally, dent repair at a typical body repair shop fixes the dent then paints over it. The PDR process ensures your vehicle’s factory fishing will not be harmed, maintaining your vehicle’s value. 

Traditional dent removal methods require the use of paint thinner, paint, body filler, and other materials. PDR does not need any of that. By utilizing PDR the amount of toxins workers are exposed to is drastically reduced, and it lowers the amount of toxins released into the environment. 

Dynamic Dent is locally owned and family operated. We work with all insurance companies. Repairs are guaranteed to be fully covered by your insurance, no out of pocket cost on all approved claims with discounts, your insurance rates will not increase for a hail damage claim, and hail repairs are not reported to CarFax. We will also ensure a rental car is provided to you, by us or your insurance, at no additional cost. 

Dynamic Dent offers premiere service made simple and convenient with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and lifetime warranty on all repairs. We specialize in outstanding customer service, quality work, and PDR. We want you to feel comfortable knowing your vehicle is safe in our hands. Contact us immediately to get the claims process started with your insurance!