Hail Damage Repair in Manhattan, NY

D. MacArthur Auto Body handles hail damage with full-vehicle paintless dent repair at our Queens shop on Springfield Boulevard. Insurance billing direct, factory paint preserved, comprehensive coverage typically waives your deductible on glass. Call (718) 723-6163. Serving Manhattan drivers from our shop at 136-31 Springfield Blvd in Queens since 1973. Direct insurance billing, factory-spec processes, lifetime workmanship warranty. Call (718) 723-6163.

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Manhattan Pricing · 01

What does hail damage repair cost for Manhattan drivers?

Hail repair pricing depends on dent count and panel coverage. The good news: comprehensive insurance handles almost all of it, often with zero deductible. Manhattan drivers see the same itemized estimate format every other shop submits to your carrier — parts, paint, labor hours, and consumables broken out line by line, no vague "shop time" markup hiding the real numbers. Distance from Manhattan varies by neighborhood; the 31 Manhattan neighborhoods we serve range from 12.5 to 17.0 miles from 136-31 Springfield Blvd.

Light Hail (1–2 panels)
$800 – $2,500
Limited to roof or hood. Often a few dozen dimples.
Moderate Hail (3–5 panels)
$2,500 – $6,000
Roof, hood, trunk, and some quarter panels. Dimples on most horizontal surfaces.
Severe Hail (Full Vehicle)
$6,000 – $15,000+
Every horizontal surface plus some vertical panels. Hundreds of dimples.
Total Loss Threshold
Varies
Severe hail on older or lower-value vehicles can exceed repair economics. We document and present the case.
Not sure what the repair costs?

Send a few photos and we'll get you a written estimate, no obligation.

Dealing with an insurance claim?

We bill your carrier directly and handle the paperwork for you.

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Frequently asked questions about hail damage repair in Manhattan

Do you offer a warranty on body shop work?

Yes — lifetime workmanship warranty against paint failure, peeling, and repair workmanship defects for as long as you own the vehicle.

Do you do hail damage claims?

Yes. We file with your carrier and submit panel-by-panel damage maps. Comprehensive coverage typically waives glass deductible.

Can my carrier total my car?

Yes — if repair cost exceeds a percentage of book value (varies by carrier, often 70–80%). We can advise whether the math favors repair or total.

Can I get an estimate by sending photos?

Yes — text or email photos of the damage for a preliminary estimate. Final estimate requires in-person inspection but photo estimate gets you a realistic ballpark.

What if my insurance estimate is too low?

Initial estimates often miss hidden damage. We document teardown with photos and submit a supplement to your adjuster — typically approved within days.

How much does collision repair cost?

Minor jobs $800–$2,500. Mid-sized $2,500–$8,000. Major structural $8,000–$25,000+. We give a written, itemized estimate before any work begins.

Can you match my car's paint color?

Yes — we use spectrophotometer color matching from your actual paint, not just the paint code. Single panel blends or full repaints.

Can you do PDR on aluminum panels?

Yes — Tesla, Audi, Range Rover, BMW, and Ford F-150 aluminum panels need specialized PDR tools and longer working time. We're set up for it.

Manhattan hail damage repair — bring it in.