Since the weather forecast only says there is a possibility of hail, we can not put the car in the garage all day. Unfortunately, there is actually no effective way to protect the car from hail damage unless it is parked indoors. That's why you should know how it can be modified. Please check the most widely used technology so that you can prepare in case of disaster.
Comparison of different methods
Applying heat and ice is the easiest DIY technology used to fix small dents in car roofs, trunks, panels. The idea is to use heat dryers or heat guns to apply heat at short intervals until the concavity naturally jumps up due to metal expansion. So it is necessary to cool down so that the metal is not recessed again. You can do this by putting an ice cube near the place. There is no guarantee that this method will work. It may only be valid for the smallest depression left by hail. Still, the risk of doing something wrong is minimal.
The DIY dent repair kit is one of the common solutions to minor hail damage. For example, various kinds of tools such as a dent pulling device using vacuum are attached. Most kits are effective for small dents, but there are various factors that affect their effectiveness. This includes the material and tool quality supplied and the DIYer skill level.
A more complex repair technique involves grinding the recess left by hail and applying a car finish glaze. Once the glaze is in place, the filled indentations must be primed, blocked and painted. A wide range of tools and materials are required for this technique, it goes without saying that a high skill level is required. At the same time, it functions only well in small dents. If it has to be used to repair hail damage, it's better to leave it up to the professionals.
Paintless dent repair is somehow the most commonly used professional technique for repairing a car body damaged by a wheel. It involves using specially designed tools to massage the 'skin' of the car from below so that the area is perfectly smooth. This technique works very well for large large depressions as long as the paint is not damaged. For best results, experienced technicians using advanced tools need to apply technology.
Making choices
In order to judge whether these hail damage repair technologies are most effective or not, it is necessary to evaluate the condition of the vehicle after the storm. If you have a little hollow, you can consider trying the DIY approach if you are confident about the materials, tools and skills you use. If the damage is severe or intensive it is recommended to choose a professional paintless dent repair or a suitable method recommended by a professional. In this case, the repair shop is pretty busy after the hail storm, so you have to make a reservation as soon as possible.
