Falk Auto Body & Glass Issues Hail Season Alert for Red Wing Drivers

RED WING, Minn., June 6, 2026 – Falk Auto Body & Glass, Inc. is advising drivers across Goodhue County to inspect their vehicles as hailstorm activity picks up across Minnesota. The auto body repair shop based in Red Wing has consistently seen the impact of the state's severe hail activity firsthand. State Farm data from 2022 recorded $799 million in Minnesota hail claims, topping every other state that year, according to the State Farm Newsroom. The shop is reminding vehicle owners that some of the most damaging signs of hail impact are the ones that go unnoticed after a storm passes.

Hail Damage That Goes Unseen Carries Long-Term Costs

Visible dents are not always the most serious concern after a hailstorm. Micro-fractures in a vehicle's clear coat, often invisible to the naked eye, allow moisture to reach bare metal. In Minnesota winters, that exposure accelerates rust in ways that turn a straightforward repair into a much larger, more costly one. Drivers who delay inspection after a storm frequently face higher repair bills months later.

Mike Albers, Co-Owner of Falk Auto Body & Glass, notes that this pattern is common among vehicles that come into the shop weeks or months after a storm. "Drivers look at their car after a storm, see a few dents, and move on," says Albers. "What they miss is the paint damage. A cracked clear coat in September becomes a rust problem by February. The repair cost at that point is not the same as it would have been right after the storm."

Beyond paint, hailstones can crack windshields and side windows, damage mirror housings, loosen trim, and affect driver-assistance sensors. This type of damage does not affect drivability, though it does affect safety and resale value. Scheduling auto body repair near you after a storm is the most reliable way to catch damage that a home check will miss.

A Five-Step Repair Process Built Around Manufacturer Standards

Falk Auto Body & Glass follows a structured auto body repair process on every hail-damaged vehicle, with safety and manufacturer-recommended procedures guiding each stage.

Assessment and Documentation

Every vehicle undergoes a full panel inspection using specialized lighting. Technicians check dent size and depth, paint condition, glass integrity, and any structural concerns. The written assessment produced at this stage is what vehicle owners submit to their insurance company.

Repair Method Selection and Execution

Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) is used when paint remains intact. Technicians access dents from behind each panel using metal rods and lighting boards to restore the metal without sanding, filler, or repainting. When paint is cracked or metal is creased, traditional bodywork is used, involving sanding, body filler, primer, and color-matched repainting.

Many vehicles require both methods within the same job. The combination depends on the severity and location of the damage. All work follows the vehicle manufacturer's repair specifications.

Final Inspection

Before any vehicle is returned to its owner, a technician reviews every repaired panel. Any questions about the repair are addressed on the spot before the vehicle leaves the shop. Falk Auto Body & Glass conducts this walkthrough with the customer present.

About Falk Auto Body & Glass, Inc.

Falk Auto Body & Glass is a family-owned auto body repair service in Red Wing, MN established in 1958 by Marvin Falk. The company has built its reputation on manufacturer-certified repairs, OEM repair procedures, and transparent customer service. Current owners Mike and Chris Albers have led the business since 2019 with a commitment to treating customers as family, not just another vehicle on the schedule. All repairs are performed to manufacturer standards using original equipment specifications, and the shop's certified technicians maintain ongoing training in the latest repair technologies.

Media Contact

Mike Albers

Co-Owner, Falk Auto Body & Glass, Inc.

835 Tile Dr., Red Wing, MN 55066

Phone: (651) 388-1218

Email: mike@falkautobody.com

Contact Information:

Falk Auto Body & Glass, Inc

835 Tile Dr.
Red Wing, MN 55066
United States

Mike Albers
(651) 388-1218
https://falkautobody.com/