Did Dallas–Fort Worth get hit by hail on September 11, 2026?

Yes. On September 11, 2026, a hail-producing storm line moved across Arlington and the surrounding North Texas ZIP codes. Vehicles parked outside across the Metroplex took damage, and our storm response is active right now.

How long do I have to file a hail damage claim in Texas?

Most Texas auto insurance policies allow comprehensive hail claims to be filed within one year of the storm date. Some insurers enforce shorter windows. We recommend filing within 30 days while damage evidence is fresh and adjuster availability is good.

Will my insurance premium go up if I file a hail claim?

No. Hail damage is a no-fault comprehensive claim — meaning you did not cause it. Texas insurers generally cannot raise your premium for a single comprehensive claim, and most don't raise rates at all for weather-related damage. Always confirm with your specific insurer, but the vast majority of our customers see no premium increase.

How can you cover my deductible? Is it legal?

Yes, completely legal in Texas for auto repair. We absorb your deductible as part of the repair when professional damage documentation recovers enough supplement value from your insurer to keep the job profitable. Fully disclosed in all paperwork. Different from roofing, where deductible coverage is regulated separately. We only do this on approved claims.

Why paintless dent repair instead of body shop work?

PDR restores the metal to its original shape from behind the panel. There is no body filler and no repainting, so your factory finish stays exactly as it left the plant. It is also far faster than a body shop — 72 hours versus 2–4 weeks. For hail damage specifically, PDR is the industry standard.

What if my car looks fine? Did I really get damaged?

Hail dents are often invisible without proper lighting. We use a specialized PDR lamp to inspect the panels. Today’s September 11, 2026 storm produced hail large enough that any car parked outside in Arlington, Fort Worth, or the surrounding North Texas ZIPs likely has damage that needs documentation — even if it's not visible to your eye.

Do you serve all of DFW or just Dallas?

All of DFW. We pick up vehicles from Fort Worth, Arlington, Mansfield, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Garland, Mesquite, Irving, Grapevine, Southlake, and every neighborhood in between. Our delivery fleet covers the entire Metroplex.

How fast can you pick up my car?

Same-day or next-day pickup throughout DFW after the September 11, 2026 storm. Reserve a slot today through the form on this page or by calling (469) 284-0336. We'll call you back within 5 minutes during business hours to confirm pickup time.

What's the loaner car like?

Luxury vehicles only — Lexus ES, Genesis G80, BMW 3 Series, or similar tier. Delivered to your home or office. You drive it for the 72-hour repair window. Free of charge as part of the service.

What's your warranty?

Lifetime warranty on every repair, for as long as you own the car. If a repaired dent ever reappears or shows any defect, we fix it free. We've never had to use the warranty — but it's there for your peace of mind.

DFW Hailstorm Response — September 11, 2026

DFW hailstorm hit hard. We pick up your car today.

Saturday night's storm dropped baseball-sized hail across Tarrant County, 1.5-inch hail through Arlington and Duncanville, with 89 mph winds across the Metroplex. If your car was outside, you have damage — visible or not. Reserve a pickup slot now. We deliver a luxury loaner to your house, take your car, file the claim WITH you, cover your deductible, and return your car in 72 hours after claim approval — paintless — no body filler, no repainting.

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$0 deductible
Luxury loaner
72-hour repair
Factory finish preserved
Lifetime warranty

/ DFW Storm Recap — September 11, 2026

The September 11, 2026 DFW hailstorm — what we know.

On Thursday, September 11, 2026, a hail-producing storm line moved across Arlington and the surrounding North Texas ZIP codes. The response is active right now, and dispatch is routing vehicle pickups across the Metroplex as calls come in.

Hail of that size routinely damages vehicle hoods, roofs, trunk lids, and quarter panels — even when the dents are too small to see without proper lighting. If your car was outside today anywhere from Fort Worth to Plano, McKinney, Frisco, or Allen, you almost certainly have damage. Insurance companies across Texas pay for paintless dent repair under your comprehensive coverage with no impact on your premium and no fault assigned — but you need to file the claim while evidence is fresh.

We're a DFW-based PDR shop with a fleet of luxury loaners already on the road. We deliver a loaner to your home or office, take your car, document the damage for your insurance claim, work directly with your adjuster, work the claim numbers with your carrier, and return your car within 72 hours of claim approval — fully repaired and paintless — the metal is restored to its original shape with no body filler and no repainting, so the factory finish is preserved.

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Last updated: Friday, September 11, 2026

/ Priority Pickup Zones — September 11 Storm

Hail hit your ZIP yesterday. We're already routing pickups.

The 10 hardest-hit ZIP codes from Saturday night's supercell. Tap your ZIP to call dispatch and reserve a same-day pickup slot.

Top priority

Hail yesterday

76016

Arlington

10,903 households

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Hail yesterday

76017

Arlington

15,895 households

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Hail yesterday

76107

Fort Worth

15,194 households

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Hail yesterday

75052

Grand Prairie

30,996 households

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Hail yesterday

76109

Fort Worth

9,878 households

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Hail yesterday

76001

Arlington

11,522 households

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In service area

76036

Crowley

9,920 households

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Hail yesterday

76073

Paradise

2,444 households

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Hail yesterday

76013

Arlington

13,274 households

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In service area

76086

Weatherford

8,423 households

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/ How it works

Three steps — your car repaired in 72 hours.

STEP 01

Reserve your pickup.

Tell us your zip code, type of car, and when you're available. Takes 30 seconds. We'll call back within 5 minutes during business hours.

STEP 02

Loaner delivered, car taken.

Our driver shows up at your home or office with a luxury loaner (Lexus, Genesis, or BMW). You hand over your keys. We handle everything else — claim filing, adjuster meetings, insurance paperwork.

STEP 03

Car returned, paintless, perfect.

72 hours after your claim is approved, we deliver your car back to you fully repaired. Paintless dent repair leaves no trace — no body filler, no repainting, and the metal is restored to its original shape. Lifetime warranty included.

/ Why 888

Why DFW chooses 888 for hail repair.

01

DFW-based since day one

We're a Dallas–Fort Worth shop, not a storm chaser. Our fleet, our crews, our reputation — all here, all year.

02

$0 out of pocket — we cover your deductible

Your $500 to $2,500 deductible is on us. You pay nothing for paintless hail repair when insurance approves the claim.

03

Luxury loaner delivered free

Lexus ES, Genesis G80, BMW 3 Series. Your loaner is delivered to your door. Drive it like your own while we repair your car.

04

72-hour repair after claim approval

Most shops take 2–4 weeks. We average 72 hours from approval to delivery. Storm response means speed.

05

Factory finish preserved

No body filler, no repainting — the metal is restored to its original shape under your original paint.

06

Lifetime warranty

We warranty every repair for as long as you own the car. If a dent ever reappears, we fix it free.

We work with every major insurer.

State FarmAllstateProgressiveFarmersUSAALiberty MutualNationwideGEICOTravelers

Your claim, our paperwork. We coach you through the call and stand behind the documentation.

/ The comparison

Why DFW drivers choose 888 over local dent shops

Storm response is a volume problem. We're built for it. Most dent shops aren't.

/ Our model

888 Hail Repair

/ The alternative

Most local dent shops

Pickup and delivery
Pickup and delivery
Free — we come to your home or office
Pickup and delivery
Drive your damaged car to them
Loaner car
Loaner car
Free luxury loaner included (sourced from our DFW Lonestar Rental fleet)
Loaner car
Rental at your expense, or no loaner offered
Insurance claim handling
Insurance claim handling
We file, document, and negotiate the entire claim
Insurance claim handling
You handle the claim yourself
Repair capacity during a storm
Repair capacity during a storm
Built for volume — multiple bays, scaled crew
Repair capacity during a storm
First-come first-served, often weeks of backlog after a hailstorm
Repair turnaround
Repair turnaround
72 hours from claim approval
Repair turnaround
1–3 weeks typical
Damage documentation
Damage documentation
Panel-by-panel photos and dent counts sent to your adjuster
Damage documentation
One-line estimate, supplements left to you
Warranty
Warranty
Lifetime warranty on every PDR repair
Warranty
30–90 day warranty typical
After-hours intake
After-hours intake
7 days a week, storm-response phone coverage
After-hours intake
Business hours only
Repair method and finish
Repair method and finish
Paintless repair preserves the factory finish — no body filler, no repainting
Repair method and finish
Sanding, filler and repainting over your factory paint
Storm-event focus
Storm-event focus
We mobilize for confirmed hail events with priority pickup slots
Storm-event focus
General body work — hail is a side service

Same insurance. Same repair quality. Different experience.

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/ FAQ

Frequently asked DFW hail repair questions.

Answers covering the September 11, 2026 DFW storm, claim windows, deductibles, paintless dent repair, loaner cars, and our lifetime warranty.

Don't see yours? Text us — we answer in under a minute during storm season.