Aluminum siding would be slightly noisier. Some of the cons of aluminum siding include scratching and denting. Aluminum siding is easy to scratch, which reveals the bare aluminum beneath the surface. It is also easily dented by small objects such as stones or hail.
I answered my own question. I tried it and although it did not harm the finish, it did not pop out the hail dents either.
The extent of damage needed to replace the whole siding of a house depends on the severity of the hail impact. Generally, if the hail has caused significant dents and cracks across a large portion of the siding, replacement may be necessary. It is best to consult with a professional contractor to assess the damage and recommend the appropriate course of action.
Your car will depreciate depending on the size of the dents. A few dents will be different from a hundred dents. Carfax has a category for hail damage.
It really depends on your insurance co., Auto Owners Ins. doesn't cover asbestos removal, just found out today after my aluminum siding was damaged in hail storm and seen that I had asbestos siding under it and said they don't cover it.
By the way, the dents were caused by hail and are on the roof.
To identify hail damage on shingles, look for dents, cracks, or missing granules. To repair hail damage, replace damaged shingles or hire a professional roofer for larger repairs.
Most body shops can fix hail damage because hail just causes dents and all body shops have to do is pound them out. It really should not be a problem for any body shop.
Bumps? Cars don't usually get bumps, They usually get dents. There is a technique of sliding a block of dry ice around to reduce or minimize dents from hail. You'll still probably need to apply some body filler such as glazing compound or Bondo and sand it smooth then prime and sand again then paint.
Homeowners will pay to replace your siding when your siding is damaged by a sudden event. Sudden events include: fire, theft, vandalism, hail, wind, rain, snow, explosion, civil riot, and more. Siding is attached to the home so it is covered under Dwelling coverage. If your siding is damaged because of wear and tear over time, your insurance policy will not pay to repair or replace your siding. The loss must be sudden, unexpected and unintentional.
To identify and repair hail damage on asphalt shingles, inspect the shingles for dents or cracks caused by hail. If damage is found, replace the damaged shingles by carefully removing them and installing new ones. It is recommended to consult a professional roofer for proper assessment and repair.
Hail can cause damage to vehicles, buildings, crops, and outdoor equipment due to its size and impact force. It can lead to dents in cars, broken windows, roof damage, and destruction of crops. In extreme cases, severe hailstorms can even pose a threat to infrastructure like power lines and communication systems.