What to Do If the Car Roof is Dented by a Branch?
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If a citizen's car is damaged or scratched by trees on the roadside, the owner can bring relevant documents to the landscaping department for registration and may eventually receive 95% compensation. If the car owner has collision insurance and the car is hit by a tree due to strong winds, the insurance company can provide up to 70% compensation.
It's really annoying when a branch dents your car roof. I've found that if the dent isn't too deep and the paint isn't damaged, taking it to a professional repair shop for paintless dent removal is the easiest solution. They use specialized tools to slowly push the dent out from the inside, preserving the original factory paint. However, if there are creases or the paint is chipped, you'll have to go for traditional bodywork and repainting. Don't try to fix it yourself - improper handling could make the roof deformation worse, which would be counterproductive. Before repairing, remember to check if the roof drainage channels are blocked by branches, otherwise water may accumulate during rain. When parking, try to avoid parking under large trees, especially on windy days, as branches falling onto car roofs are quite common.
Last time, a small dent was also made on my car roof by a falling branch. I tried pouring boiling water on the dent and pushing it out from inside the car, and actually managed to restore a small part of it. However, this method only works for very shallow dents, and you have to be extremely careful not to burn your hands. Later, when I went to the repair shop, I learned that professional technicians use vacuum suction cups or hot melt glue stick tools, which are much more reliable than DIY methods. The key to roof repair depends on the location—dents near the sunroof are harder to fix. Also, it's recommended to check if the roof liner is damaged. In my case, the liner was even deformed by the dent.
