Hail damage - Warsaw

We work with clients from Warsaw whose cars have been damaged by hail. At our workshop in Królewiec, we carry out a thorough inspection under PDR lighting, classify each panel individually, and repair dents without repainting wherever the condition of the coating and metal allows.

~30 min via the A2

Service overview

Hail damage repair for clients from Warsaw

Hail damage differs from a single dent mainly in scale. The roof, bonnet and boot lid can carry many deformations of varying diameter and depth. Some are hard to spot in ordinary light, so a reliable assessment needs controlled PDR lighting.

For clients from Warsaw, we can start by reviewing photos and any insurance documents, but the real classification happens during an in-person inspection. This lets us separate panels suitable for PDR from those needing a hybrid or paint repair.

Locally

Scope of damage first, technology second

With hail damage, it's not safe to assume upfront that the whole car needs repainting, or that every dent can be removed with PDR. We assess each panel separately. What matters is the number of dents, how densely they're spread, the condition of the paint, the panel material, and access from the inside.

This approach also matters when settling a comprehensive (AC) insurance claim, since the documentation should match the actual scope of the repair.

Scope of hail damage service

inspection and documentation of the damage under PDR lighting
counting and classifying dents on individual panels
PDR repair that preserves the original paint wherever possible
classifying panels for hybrid or paint repair
handling single cars as well as larger batches of vehicles
documentation support for insurance claims

What to do after a hailstorm, before an inspection

After a hailstorm, it's not a good idea to judge the damage from just a few of the most visible dents. It's worth first documenting the whole car with photos of each panel and keeping any details you might need for a claim. If the car has comprehensive (AC) cover, the next steps depend on the policy terms and the chosen settlement route.

Before the inspection, it's worth washing the car and not attempting to push the metal out from the inside on your own. With hundreds of small deformations, the order of work matters, and uncontrolled pressure can make it harder to restore an even reflection on the surface later.

Why hail damage needs a whole-car assessment

Hail affects every panel differently. The roof and bonnet usually take the most hits, but marks can also appear on the boot lid, wings, pillars and the upper parts of the doors. On top of that, aluminium, steel of different thicknesses, and body lines all react differently, so it's not reliable to price the whole claim based on a single panel.

For clients from Warsaw, an inspection at our workshop lets us establish the full scope in a single visit. Each panel can be classified separately: for PDR, hybrid repair, preparation for repainting, or - with more serious damage - a fuller body-and-paint repair.

Process

How the process works for clients from Warsaw

01
Step 01
You send photos, the car's details and, if the claim has been filed, the claim number or estimate.
02
Step 02
We arrange a thorough inspection at our workshop in Królewiec.
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Step 03
We determine the scope for PDR and any other technologies needed.
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Step 04
We carry out the repair and a final check of the panels.

Pricing

The price list for hail damage PDR repairs depends on the number and size of dents per panel. Indicative rates are in our price list - we prepare an exact quote after an inspection, free of charge if repaired at our workshop.

See the PDR price list

Locations

Warsaw

Reachable from across the capital · ~30 min via the A2

Clients from across the capital come to our workshop in Królewiec, on the edge of Mińsk Mazowiecki - about 30 minutes away via the A2 motorway. We serve all districts of Warsaw, from Mokotów and Ursynów to Praga and Białołęka.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do you repair hail damage from Warsaw on-site?

Yes. Individual clients are served at our workshop in Królewiec. For larger fleet projects, we arrange the logistics separately.

Can hail damage be assessed from photos?

Photos help with an initial read of the damage, but they don't reliably show the number of small dents. An accurate quote needs an inspection under PDR lighting.

Does a roof need repainting after hail?

Not always. If the paint is intact and the deformations qualify for PDR, a repair without repainting is possible.

Do you help with a comprehensive (AC) insurance claim?

We can support the documentation and repair process, though the exact settlement model depends on the policy terms and the insurer.

Do you handle fleets from Warsaw?

Yes. The scope can cover multiple vehicles, scheduling, documentation and organising a team of technicians.

Do I need the insurer's estimate before an inspection?

Not always. If an estimate has already been prepared, it's worth bringing it. If the claim has only just been filed, we can first document the car's actual condition and discuss the next steps.

Does repairing many dents always take several weeks?

There's no single rule. The time depends on the number and density of the damage, the panel material, any dismantling required, the scope of the settlement, and the current schedule of repairs following that particular hailstorm.

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