Summit journal

Hail & dent repair guides

Everything we wish every Colorado driver knew before the first storm of the season.

PDR 101 · 6 min read

How paintless dent repair actually works

Specialized rods, LED reading boards and a lot of patience — here is what happens to your car between drop-off and pickup.

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Claims · 7 min read

Filing a Colorado hail claim, step by step

From the first phone call to the supplement, a plain-English walkthrough of the comprehensive claim process.

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Pricing · 5 min read

What hail damage repair really costs in Denver

Panel count, dent size and metal type drive the number far more than the make of your car.

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Prevention · 4 min read

Five ways to protect your car before the next storm

Colorado's hail season runs April through September. A little prep saves thousands.

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Claims · 5 min read

Deductible assistance: what it is and what to watch for

Yes, shops can legally help with your deductible in Colorado — but not every offer is on the level. Here's how to tell.

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Claims · 6 min read

Totaled or repairable? How insurers decide after a hailstorm

When hail damage approaches a percentage of your car's value, the math gets interesting. Here's how the decision is made.

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PDR 101 · 5 min read

Aluminum panels and PDR: trucks, EVs and what owners should know

F-150s, Teslas and newer SUVs use aluminum body panels. They can still be repaired paintlessly — with the right technique.

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Claims · 4 min read

Do you get a rental car during hail repair?

Rental coverage, repair timelines and how to avoid being stranded while your car is in the shop.

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PDR 101 · 5 min read

Creased dents and bodylines: the hardest repairs in PDR

Sharp creases and dents on a bodyline are where technique separates master technicians from everyone else.

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