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Preparing Your Vehicle For Hail Damage Repair

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:17:09 GMT

An Inside Glimpse Into Prep For Hail Damage Repair & Insurance Inspection

(Also See Video Below)

For most people, the necessary procedures to get a vehicle ready for dent repair, hail damage repair, and insurance inspection, doesn't move the interest needle one iota. However, the procedures or parts necessary to repair a customer's vehicle is something that just about everyone wants to have a general understanding about. And totally understandable too! You as a customer want to know what is and what is not being done to your vehicle when it comes to any type of vehicle service (i.e. mechanics, detail, body shops, etc.), even right down to something as simple as an oil change or tire replacement, although, quite frankly, today's technologically filled vehicles are anything but simple. And I, as a vehicle owner too, couldn't agree more. I too want to gain an understanding about what's being done to my second most valuable possession.

So as not to ramble on, I'll try to keep this blog short.

Where were we? Ahh, yes. Prepping a hail damaged vehicle for repair and insurance inspection.

So what entails prepping? Prep includes our employees doing what's referred to as R&I (remove & install) or R&R (remove and reinstall). Now before we go any further, it's important to remember that most paintless dent repair requires us to push dented metal from behind (if you're not sure what we're referring too, go to our blog about "What is paintless dent repair?").

We're not pulling dents out with suction, magnets, or dry ice (various myths you may hear about online). And dents don't pop out either. We push from behind with special tools. Because of the pushing from behind techniques, it requires us to remove things like headliners, hood insulators, fender liners, interior trim, etc. We even remove hoods, trunks, and liftgates. All of that would fall under the category of R&R. With R&I, we're removing any damaged moldings and parts. We then, replace them with brand new items. Simple enough, right?

When it comes to insurance inspection, it's not only necessary to do all those things, we also have to show the assigned adjuster or rep things like the number of dents, the size of dents, difficult access, procedures, etc. Everything for them is about justification to make sure that the money they authorize for repair is valid and necessary. For that reason we make sure to take a wide variety of photos showing procedures as well as the number and size of dents. Below is a video showing what that looks like.

As always, if you have any questions at all about the process or what would be done to your vehicle, please don't hesitate to call us @ (828)217-2348.

Classics • Vintage • Collectibles

catawbavalleydents@gmail.com (Eric Stillwell) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 03:23:35 GMT

Who can resist the look and style of a classic car or truck. For many people, these vehicles are a part of their youth and bring back fond memories of a time gone by. For others, these vehicles have a different appeal. They are collectible and a hobby. People enjoy rebuilding them and bringing these vehicles back to life via that process. Others maintain these vehicles simply because they are worth money. Heck, it could even be a combination of these various reasons for ownership. Whatever the reason for you to own one, the fact remains that these vehicles are made of steel and they can be dented like any other vehicle. Fortunately, the paintless dent repair process is applicable for these vehicles, too. And we at Dent Aid have the experience to take care of that damage. You don't have to take that vehicle to a body or restoration shop to get a minor ding or dent fixed. Our technicians can come to your home and repair the damage typically within an hour for a small dent. Larger dents can take 2-4 hours but the results are always the same. We get the job done. Whether you have a small door ding or a larger dent, we can make it go away just like we can for your modern day vehicle. As always, you can call or text us at (828)217-2348 to schedule an appointment or to get answers to your questions about our process. Please check out one of our videos below discussing dent repair on a classic/collectible vehicle.

Motorcycle Dent Repair

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 02:04:11 GMT

Dent Repair - 1976 Harley Davidson

For motorcycle enthusiasts and riders, your motorcycle is an experience of freedom on the open road. You put time into maintaining it and keeping it clean just as you would a car or truck because you care about its appearance and functionality. Part of that maintenance can unfortunately include dents and dings on either the tank or the fenders. That's where we come in.

Now, dents on motorcycles can be more difficult to repair than the same dent on a car, truck, or SUV. In many cases the gas tank metal has a thicker gauge. The tank can also be extremely difficult to access the dented area because the gas filler neck is usually the only opening for our specialized tools. Fenders can be more delicate to repair because they're open. Other scenarios deem it necessary to remove the tank or fender off the bike to avoid rubbing against the handle bars. But the process of paintless dent repair remains the same. At Dent Aid, we don't alter the original paint. We don't use any filler or chemicals nor do we replace panels. There's even a process called "push to paint" if you have a tank that requires new paint but you need the dent fixed first. This avoids any bondo by your preferred paint shop. And because of our processes and experience, you can rest assured that your bike will be in good hands. If you have a dented motorcycle tank or fender and you live in and around the cities of HICKORY NC, CONOVER NC, NEWTON NC, CLAREMONT NC, BETHLEHEM NC, TAYLORSVILLE NC, HUDSON NC, GRANITE FALLS NC, LENOIR NC, VALDESE NC, MORGANTON NC, give us a call or text TODAY and we'll schedule a repair or answer questions about how we can make your bike dent free again. (828)217-2348

Dent Repair - 1989 Kawasaki Ninja

Hail Damage Repair

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 16:42:17 GMT

Hail Damage Repair

We have made hail damage repair easier and convenient – FOR YOU. We are Dent Aid Inc, a paintless dent repair company servicing the HICKORY NC, MORGANTON NC, LENOIR NC and surrounding areas. We are experts in removing all kinds of dents, door dings, creases, bumps, and hail damage.

Many times, during travel, you can get caught in a hail storm and sometimes there is little damage but most of the time, hail can dent up your vehicle pretty bad. Many vehicle owners delay getting their vehicle repaired because of time constraints and for another reason: High costs.

With Dent Aid, you will never have to worry about many things like high costs, long delivery time and slow service. Not only is PAINTLESS DENT REPAIR (PDR) quick but also a better option for your vehicle. There's no paint or chemicals ever with our process because we are pushing the metal back out from the underside of the panel. A body shop will strip down the original paint, fill in the dents or replace the panels to repair your vehicle. That may take 2 weeks or much longer to repair by that method. Our repairs typically take 2-3 days. Your saving time, money, preserving the original paint and value in your vehicle. And what's better, all insurance companies prefer paintless dent repair over body shops to complete this process. It can be filed on your comprehensive insurance and doesn't increase your rates.

PDR can help you:

• Preserve your vehicle’s factory finish

• Maintain the resale value of your vehicle

• Help you save money

• Save your factory paint warranty

Give us a call, and have a certified technician schedule & repair your vehicle at our shop. We are always here to serve you! If you need guidance to file an insurance claim, we can help you there too. Got hail damage? Give us a call or text TODAY for info or to schedule a repair. (828)217-2348.

You can also see a car we repaired with hail damage in the video above.

TIPS TO FILE AN INSURANCE CLAIM

1) Call your agent or insurance company. Many insurance companies also allow you to file damage on their mobile app.

2) Be sure to get a claim number.

3) Schedule with us to get a free estimate.

4) Wait for an adjuster to assess the damage.

5) Once the adjuster gives approval, schedule the repairs with us at Dent Aid.

6) Pickup your dent free vehicle!

Paintless Dent Repair

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 23:17:27 GMT

Paintless Dent Removal

Are you a vehicle owner living or working in and around the following areas: HICKORY NC, MORGANTON NC, or LENOIR NC? If the answer is yes, we would like to introduce you to Paintless Dent Repair (PDR). A method of removing dents without using paint and fillers. Dent Aid Inc was formed 20 years ago with the sole aim of providing the highest quality repairs possible.

After having repaired thousands of vehicles, our PDR technicians have developed procedures and methods that help us achieve our goal. We provide Mobile Dent Repair services throughout our services areas and designated dealerships and body shops. Mobile service is also available at your home or at work – we are equipped and ready to erase those dents.

We can repair door dings, shopping cart dings, large dents, bumps, fender benders, creases, and hail damage. In today’s world, everyone has a busy schedule – time is money right? Exactly. We understand that because it works the same way for us and we are happy to fit inside your schedule, giving you a world of convenience.

With just one call, you can have your vehicle restored back into its pre-damaged condition or even better. Additionally, we charge a very competitive price and deliver fast.

Hail Damage Repair

We have made hail damage repair easier and convenient – for you. We are Dent Aid Inc, a dent repair company servicing the HICKORY NC, MORGANTON NC, and LENOIR NC areas. We are experts in removing all kinds dents, door dings, creases, bumps and hail damage.

Many times, during travel, you can get caught in hail and sometimes there is little damage but most of the time, hail can dent up your vehicle pretty bad. Many vehicle owners delay getting their vehicle repaired because of time constraints and for another reason: High costs.

With Dent Aid Inc, you will never have to worry about many things like high costs, long delivery time and slow service. Not only is PDR quick but it can also be extremely economical compared to body shops and it is completely hassle free.

PDR can help you:

• Preserve your vehicle’s factory finish

• Maintain the resale value of your vehicle

• Help you save money

• Save your factory paint warranty

Give us a call, and have a certified technician repair your vehicle at your home or at work. Whichever is convenient for you, we are happy to fit inside your daily grind. We are always to serve you.

Got dents? Call or text us TODAY to schedule a repair or for a quote. (828)217-2348

Check out the videos below to see what's possible with our paintless dent repair process!

Why Choose Us

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 23:15:55 GMT

Why Choose Us

At Dent Aid, we have been servicing clients in the western North Carolina counties of Iredell, Lincoln, Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, Wilkes, Watauga, and Alexander for over 20 years. We are experts when it comes to repairing door dings, creases, fender benders, large dents, and hail damage. We have restored hundreds of damaged and dented panels on everything from cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, classics, collectibles, exotics, for a wide variety of customers and we can help you too.

We opted for a simple philosophy – give our customers high quality repairs quickly and cost effectively. Combined with our warm and friendly attitude, we make a lot of friends along the way. And that is why our clients give us a ton of repeat business – because we care.

Our service model is completely stress-free. Our repairs do not take that long (generally 3 hours or less). You may bring your vehicle to our "by appointment only" shop in HUDSON NC or in some cases we can come to your place to repair your vehicle. Whether you are at work, at home, at our designated dealerships, body shops, or at our shop – we will get the job done effectively.

We will save your vehicle’s original paint finish. No reason to get a repaint when you can have your damaged panel(s) repaired back into new like condition. Our Paintless Dent Removal Technicians have the latest tools and equipment that helps them precisely take out a dent while while preserving the original factory finish.

No paint or bondo is used. EVER.

About Us

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 17:59:08 GMT

About Us

Dent Aid, Inc., is a veteran and family owned business by Eric & Rebekah Stilwell. Eric attended East Burke High School and served honorably in the US Army. Rebekah attended South Caldwell High School and Lenoir Rhyne University. They have 4 children.

Dent Aid began in 2000 to provide the highest quality paint dent repair services to our local area car dealers. Since that time we have expanded into providing service to other clients such as retail, body shops, municipalities, fleets, car clubs, classics, collectibles, hybrid and electric vehicles, and motorcycles. Our customers and service area cover the Catawba Valley of western North Carolina. Dent Aid serves the cities of Hickory NC, Conover NC, Newton NC, Maiden NC, Lincolnton NC, Denver NC, Statesville NC, Mooresville NC, Boone NC, Wilkesboro NC, Lenoir NC, Hudson NC, Granite Falls NC, Morganton NC, Valdese NC, and Taylorsville NC. We help our clients by providing the highest quality paintless dent repair services at our shop in HUDSON NC or by providing mobile service at their home, office, our designated dealerships, and body shops offering mobile services that are convenient and completely hassle-free.

We have one of the most experienced technicians dedicated and passionate to serve our clients, you can always count on Dent Aid to help you keep your vehicle dent free.

We are a result-oriented business and we promise great results. We only use the best and latest tools and techniques with your vehicle.

Our Repair Services Include:

Door Ding Repair
Minor Collision Damage Repair
Small and Large Dent Repair
Creases
Hail Damage Repair
Motorcycle Tanks & Fenders
Classic Cars & Trucks
Exotics
Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
Mobile Service
In Shop Service

Every day, we help our clients save their time and their premium dollars. We are honest about our estimates and do not dial down on quality. When our clients choose Dent Aid as a service provider, we work hard to make sure that they are satisfied and become one of our permanent clients.

We are friendly and our processes are tailored to serve our clients – by giving them the highest quality paintless dent repair services that keeps their vehicle in pristine condition.

Questions About Our Services?

GIVE US A CALL OR TEXT @ (828)217-2348

OR MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO COME TO OUR SHOP

2644 HICKORY BLVD (Hwy 321N)

HUDSON NC 28638

(Between C&J Auto Sales and General RV Repair)

Mobile Dent Removal

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 17:58:40 GMT

Mobile Dent Removal

Dent Aid services HICKORY NC, MORGANTON NC, and LENOIR NC areas. We have extensive experience in repairing minor damage like dents, creases, fender benders, door dings and hail damage. We have been in the PDR business for over 20 years and believe in providing the best quality repairs possible. We offer mobile dent repair services for small, non complex damage for an additional charge and can come to your home or at work. We also have designated sites for repair which includes dealerships and body shops that are convenient to your location.

Our certified PDR technicians will repair the dent and save your vehicle’s original factory finish. We also make sure that our repairs are undetectable. Our PDR technicians make sure that the damaged panel is restored back to its original factory shape. This will help you maintain the resale value of your vehicle and helps in maintaining the original factory paint warranty.

If your vehicle has door dings, shopping cart dings, minor collision damage, or hail damage, we would suggest that you try Paintless Dent Repair first. It does wonders because no paint is ever used nor are any fillers or chemicals used which makes us a green industry. And should you have to make an insurance claim for the damage on your vehicle, insurance companies actually prefer pointless dent repair when applicable.We would love to tell you more about how we repair dents or find a solution to your dent repair needs. Give us a call or text TODAY! (828)217-2348