can you fix hail damage on a car

Yes—most hail dents can be fixed, and no, you don’t need a witch doctor with a heat gun.

Small dents with intact paint suit paintless dent repair (PDR), while cracked paint or sharp creases need panel work and a respray.

Expect costs from about AUD 300–800 for light peppering to AUD 2,000+ for roof-and-bonnet carnage; comprehensive insurance in Australia often covers hail (excess applies).

Skip the hair-dryer-and-ice TikTok tricks—at best you’ll waste time, at worst you’ll toast your clear coat.

Get a proper assessment under bright lights and book a reputable repairer; after big storms, queues are longer than a servo line on a public holiday.