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Hail Damage Repair Service in Columbia, IL 62236

Getting Your Car Fixed After The Storm

Although it may not be as easy as it sounds, getting your car fixed after a storm shouldn't be a stressful process for you. And it won't be if you entrust your vehicle to the capable hands of our experienced technicians at Charlie's Columbia CARSTAR in Columbia, IL. We'll assist you every step of the way, starting with a thorough assessment of the damage. This is also something you should do immediately after the storm, recording the damage with photos and videos to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible. The initial assessment goes a long way to determine the type of hail damage car repair you need. If the extent if the damage is not too high, then paintless dent repair may be the solution for you (a time and cost effective solution). However, extensive damage may require conventional repair services, which can take longer and end up costing more.

3 Steps In Hail Damage Car Repair

If you want your car restored to pre-storm condition quickly and efficiently, then you need to be prepared for hail damage car repair and know how to navigate the process. Here, at Charlie's Columbia CARSTAR in Columbia, IL, we offer assistance at every step to help you understand the process and speed things along.

1. Damage Assessment

This first step begins with you. Be sure to take photos and document the damage as soon as you are able to. Jotting down locations can also help.

2. Repair Plan

The assessment conducted by our qualified technicians will determine not just the extent of the damage, but also the best course of action. This can either be paintless dent repair or conventional repairs. You will be presented with a detailed repair plan before work on your car starts.

3. Hail Damage Repair

Once the plan is approved, then the actual repair work can start. Depending on whether it's PDR or conventional repairs, this step can take anywhere between 2 days and a whole month.

3 Reasons To Choose CARSTAR For Your Hail Damage Car Repair

We are here to help when storms strike and make things as easy as possible for you. Choosing the right repair services are essential to getting your car back on the road in a timely and cost-effective manner. Here are 3 reasons why you should give us a call:

1. We Give You Options

Hail damage can take many forms and there is never one formula to fix it all. We provide complete damage assessment and draw up a customized repair plan that best fits your vehicle, whether it is paintless dent repair or conventional repairs.

2. We Are By Your Side

Getting back to normal after a storm can be difficult and stressful, but we like to make things easy for you. We offer 24/7 assistance and can help with everything from tow services and rental cars to insurance paperwork and more!

3. We Have the Best Resources

Whether your vehicle needs PDR or conventional repairs, we have the best technicians (with experience in both methods) and we use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure the quality of our repairs.

More Auto Body Services For You

If you are not in need of hail damage repair, there are still plenty of reasons to stop by Charlie's Columbia CARSTAR in Columbia, IL. Involved in an accident? We offer 24/7 accident assistance and expert auto collision repair services. We are by your side every step of the way, from arranging tow services to drafting a detailed repairs plan and liaising with your insurance. Wanting to get rid of unsightly dings? We provide paintless dent repair, a quick and inexpensive solution that will have you back on the road in no time. Fleet services are part of our range as well and we can handle any size, keeping your running costs low and repairs quality high. Contact us now and learn more about all of our services, our financing options and our national warranty.

Additional Collision Repair Services at Charlie's Columbia CARSTAR CARSTAR Collision Center

Auto Collision Repair

CARSTAR offers high quality repairs and is an auto body repair industry leader for customer satisfaction ratings. Our CARSTAR stores take pride in offering a clean and inviting environment. We feature state-of-the-art unibody and frame repair equipment, as well as expert painting, so you can rest assured your car will be fixed quickly and hassle-free.

Paintless Dent Repair

CARSTAR offers a process called paintless dent repair, a cost-effective solution for removing small dents and dings. This is a great option for minor, unsightly damage caused by shopping carts, hail storms or other unexpected bumps in the road. The repairs are completed in a timely manner and you can end up saving as much as half the costs of conventional repairs.