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What do I do after I scrape a pole with my car?
I just scraped up against a pole with my Hyundai while parking. Left a mark on my door. Ugh! What do I do after I scrape a pole with my car?
Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Depending on the severity of the damage from when you scraped a pole with your car you can either try and fix it at home or head to a mechanic.
One option, of course, is to do nothing. If the damage is purely cosmetic and you’re trying to save, a scrape on the door isn’t going to change your life.
If you’re not handy or the damage is severe, you’ll need to head to a repair shop.
If the repairs are costly, you can claim the damage through your
collision insurance
. After your deductible, the rest of the bill will be picked up by your insurance provider. Just know claiming for a single-vehicle accident will likely raise your rates. If your rates rise, it might be time to find a new
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