When the winter turns to spring, we start seeing potholes come up all over the roads. This happens for various reasons, but most likely due to the extensive amount of salt brine spread on the roads and snow plows constantly operating throughout the winter. It’s hard to see some potholes until it’s too late and before you know it, you’ve hit one at a high rate of speed and sustained damage to your vehicle as a result. What you do immediately after hitting one is important, so follow these tips to ensure the appropriate action is taken.
Most insurance providers will cover pothole damage if the expenses exceed your deductible. Every insurance policy is different, though, so you need to check with your provider to understand what the deductible is for the collision part of your policy. You might need to submit pictures of the pothole and the damage sustained to your vehicle, so don’t leave the scene immediately if your insurance provider requires those things. The most common types of pothole damage include tire and suspension damage, which can be fixed at DeBoer’s Auto without having to go to a body shop to fix it. And we will even help you facilitate the insurance claim with your provider to make the process as smooth as possible.
If you have any questions about what to do after sustaining pothole damage to your vehicle, feel free to call DeBoer’s Auto at any time. We’ve seen anything from minor tire damage to severe suspension damage resulting from hitting a pothole, and we can fix most problems that occur. We can help you facilitate insurance claims and ensure your vehicle gets fixed promptly so it’s safe to drive as soon as possible.