WHAT TO DO AFTER A
HAIL STORM IN HOUSTON

Houston is one of the most hail-prone cities in the United States. Every spring and summer, storms roll through leaving thousands of vehicles covered in dents. If your vehicle just got hit, don't panic — but do act quickly.

Step 1: Get Your Vehicle Out of the Elements

As soon as the storm passes, move your vehicle to a covered area to prevent additional damage from a second storm and protect it while you document the damage.

Step 2: Document Every Dent with Photos

Before anyone touches your vehicle, photograph everything thoroughly. Use your phone in good lighting — overcast daylight is ideal for showing dents clearly.

• Photograph all panels: hood, roof, trunk, doors, fenders, and bumpers
• Use a light source at a low angle to make dents more visible
• Include wide shots and close-ups of concentrated damage
• Note the date and time in your documentation

Step 3: Contact Your Insurance Company

File your claim as soon as possible. Hail damage is covered under the comprehensive (non-collision) portion of your auto insurance policy. You are not required to use your insurance company's preferred shops — you have the right to choose any licensed repair facility in Texas.

Step 4: Choose Your Repair Shop Carefully

After every Houston hail storm, unlicensed "storm chasers" flood the area. They take large deposits, perform substandard work, and leave town before problems arise. Pro PDR is a permanently located Houston business at 6113 Milwee St, Ste E, Houston, TX 77092 — with 174 verified Google reviews and a lifetime warranty.

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