{"id":44281,"date":"2024-03-29T11:35:14","date_gmt":"2024-03-29T15:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/?p=44281"},"modified":"2025-02-04T11:31:17","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T16:31:17","slug":"scratches-and-dents-will-car-insurance-cover-minor-damage","status":"publish","type":"resources","link":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/scratches-and-dents-will-car-insurance-cover-minor-damage","title":{"rendered":"Scratches and dents: will car insurance cover minor damage?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Scratches and dents are not only unsightly, they can negatively affect your car\u2019s value. Sometimes they\u2019re unavoidable, but your insurance can help pay for repairs if you have the right coverage. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about what coverage you need for scratches and dents and how to deal with a damaged car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"back-to-top\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"home-resources-orange-border\" style=\"width:100%;\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong> <ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#00; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#basics\">Basics of car insurance<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#full\">Full coverage for scratches and dents<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#not\">When scratches and dents aren&#8217;t covered<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#worth\">Is it worth filing a claim?<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#claim\">Filing a claim for minor damage<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#damaged\">Dealing with a damaged car: Scratches and Dents<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><ul style=\"list-style-type: padding-left:10px;\"><li style=\"color:#000; padding-left: 10px;\"><span style=\"color:#000; display:block;\"><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/span><\/li ><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"basics\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Basics of car insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A typical car insurance policy may cover your medical expenses, bodily injury liability and property damage liability. Car insurance does not typically require coverage for damage to your own car, like in the case of scratches or dents. The specifics will vary based on the exact terms of your policy contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Liability coverage protects you if you\u2019re held responsible for injuring someone or damaging their property in a car accident. It doesn\u2019t pay for damage to your own vehicle, however. A liability-only policy means that in the event of damage, your insurance policy will not pay to repair your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"full\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Full coverage for scratches and dents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the circumstance, either your collision or comprehensive coverage will pay for scratches and dents. These are optional coverages that help pay for damage to your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Collision coverage pays for damage to your car if it hits another vehicle or stationary object or is hit by another vehicle. Comprehensive coverage pays for damages not related to a collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #0078D6; margin-bottom:15px; margin-top:15px;\"><table style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\"><tr><td style=\" \n background-color:#0078D6; border-color:#ffffff; color:#fff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: center; width:50%;\"><strong>Comprehensive coverage may cover:<\/strong><\/td><td style=\" \n background-color:#0078D6; border-color:#ffffff; color:#fff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: center; width:50%;\"><strong>Collision coverage may cover:<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Natural disasters and storms\n<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Hitting another vehicle<\/td><\/tr>\n\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Vandalism\n<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#e5f2fb; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Hit by another vehicle<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Damage caused by animals\n<\/td><td style=\"background-color:#fff; border-color:#ffffff; padding:10px 15px 10px 15px; text-align: left;\">Hitting a stationary object<\/td><\/tr><\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Having collision and comprehensive coverage is known as having \u201cfull coverage\u201d on a vehicle. Car insurance policies do not typically require full coverage, but it may be a requirement as a term of your loan or lease if you owe money on the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align:center; padding:15px; border:1px solid #0078D6; margin:0px 0px 15px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/auto-bo.svg\" style=\"width:70px; text-align:center;\"><br \/><strong>Full Coverage<\/strong><br \/>Collision and comprehensive coverage are not typically required coverage. Check with your insurance company or agent to see if you have full coverage on your vehicle.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"not\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">When scratches and dents aren&#8217;t covered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Coverage for scratches and dents depends on your insurance policy and the circumstances surrounding the damage. Scratches and dents may be covered by collision and comprehensive coverage, there are situations where your coverage may be limited or not applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common situation for scratch and dent damage not being covered is if you don\u2019t carry the right coverage. Your car insurance will not cover scratches and dents if you don\u2019t already have the applicable coverage whether, that\u2019s collision or comprehensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your insurance will not cover pre-existing damage. For example, if you bought a used car and the body has scratches or dents your new car insurance policy will not pay to fix it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"worth\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Is it worth filing a claim?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you file a collision or comprehensive claim, you will need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/what-is-a-deductible-in-car-insurance\">pay your deductible<\/a> before your car insurance will start paying. A deductible is your share of the cost for a claim. A deductible is not the same as your premium, which is what you pay to maintain your policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the severity of the damage, it may not always be worth filing a claim. For example, say someone <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/hits-your-parked-car\">hits your parked<\/a> car with their door in a parking lot while you are shopping. If that ding costs $200 to repair and your deductible is $500, your insurance will cover any of the costs. Since you have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/how-to-lower-deductibles-in-car-insurance\">meet your deductible<\/a> before your car insurance kicks in, it may not be worth filing a claim in this case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, if your car suffered multiple dents from a hailstorm, the repair bill can quickly add up. If it costs $2,000 to repair the dents and your deductible is $500, you would pay $500 and your insurance will pick up the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you should always notify your insurance if you get into an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/what-to-do-after-a-car-accident\">accident with another driver<\/a>, even if the damage is minor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"claim\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Filing a claim for minor damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car has suffered mild damage and you wish to file a claim, don\u2019t delay. Call your insurance company as soon as possible and report the damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that filing any kind of car insurance claim, even a small one, can be stressful. Our unique claims services will simplify the process, getting you back on the road in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Call the Police<\/strong><br \/>If the damage to your car is a result of an accident, an act of vandalism or a hit-and-run, call the police and have them file a report.<\/li><li><strong>Take Pictures<\/strong><br \/>Take detailed pictures of the damage to your car and its surroundings. These are helpful for the adjuster when they investigate your claim.<\/li><li><strong>File Your Claim<\/strong><br \/>Please have your policy number ready. You can file a <a href=\"https:\/\/efnol.plymouthrock.com\/#\/login\">claim online<\/a> or by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/contact\">contacting us<\/a> or your agent directly.<\/li><li><strong>Assignment and Tracking of the Claim<\/strong><br \/>After you report your claim, you\u2019ll receive a claim number to help track its progress. We\u2019ll also assign you a friendly representative to answer any questions you may have.<\/li><li><strong>Damage Evaluation<\/strong><br \/>If your vehicle has damage and the applicable coverage applies, we offer these convenient options to get you back on the road as soon as possible:<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/claims\/carpics-photo-appraisals\">CarPics<sup>SM<\/sup> Photo Appraisals<\/a>:&nbsp;Eliminate the need to schedule a claims inspection and receive your estimate within hours. You may even get paid that same day.*<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/claims\/services\/crashbusters\">Crashbusters<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Mobile Claim Service<\/a>:&nbsp;Have a representative meet you to appraise the damage at a time and place that\u2019s convenient for you, often issuing you a check on the spot.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/claims\/services\/door-to-door-valet-claim-service\">Door to Door Valet Claim Service<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>:&nbsp;Let us pick up your car and handle the repair process from start to finish. If you have rental coverage, we\u2019ll even coordinate a rental car.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Receive Your Claim Settlement<\/strong><br \/>Based on your situation, Plymouth Rock may pay your claim to the repair shop or we may reimburse you directly. Your claim payment will be based on the terms and coverage in your car insurance policy.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"damaged\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Dealing with a damaged car: Scratches and dents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car has suffered a scratch or dent, be prompt about repairing it. Damage on your car can affect its resale value. Even if you\u2019re not planning on selling your car, your car\u2019s value will affect how much you may receive in the event of a total loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your insurance may not pay for damage if you wait too long to file a claim. Scratches and dents can also grow to become bigger issues- exposed metal can quickly rust and escalate the scope of the repair. Insurance may not pay for damage due to neglect, so report any damage and have the repairs done by a reputable shop as soon as possible. You may be able to repair small scratches by yourself with an automotive polishing kit, but dents will require a professional to repair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%; text-align:right; padding:15px 0px;\"><a href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to top >><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"conclusion\"><\/a><h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Conclusion: Does car insurance cover scratches and dents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While comprehensive and collision both cover damage to your own car, it may not be worth it to file an insurance claim for minor scratches and dents. Whether it&#8217;s worth it or not to file a claim depends on the severity of the damage, the circumstances of the damage and your car insurance deductible. Repairing scratches and dents can help maintain the value of your car, and can help prevent future damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"36610\" class=\"elementor elementor-36610\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ee649ab elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ee649ab\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4c502b6\" data-id=\"4c502b6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21697f5 post-margins post-link-class elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"21697f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"><strong>Now let\u2019s talk about you<\/strong><br \/>\nDo you have the right coverage for your vehicle? We\u2019d love to chat with you about it. Call us at <a href=\"tel:1-800-516-9242\">800-516-9242<\/a> or speak to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/find-an-agent\">local agent<\/a>. \n<br \/><br \/>\nIf you\u2019d rather not talk, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/buy.plymouthrock.com\/esales\/entry\/start?PLF_Code=HIPT&amp;iRefid=Website&amp;iRefclickid=Copy_Link\">get a quote<\/a> quickly and easily online. 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