Have you recently been in an accident that resulted in damage to your Tesla’s roof? Roof damage is always a cause of concern, especially in high-tech cars such as Tesla. It doesn’t matter if it’s something as simple as a scratch or cracked glass, or if it’s something more serious, it’s important to follow the correct steps to prevent further damage to your car.
Tesla vehicles are made of a lot of aluminum and glass, delicate materials that need to be handled carefully when doing repair work. If roof damage goes ignored, it may lead to leaks, cause structural problems, or other, more extensive repairs in the future. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to repair roof damage without taking too much time.
Quick Fixes for Tesla Roof Damage
- Minor Dents Without Paint Damage: If your Tesla has dents that have not harmed the paint, they can be fixed with a technique called paintless dent repair. PDR uses specific tools to bend the dented part back into its original form without doing any damage to the surface. This method is fast, cheap, and does not compromise your Tesla’s factory paint.
- Touch-Up Paint for Scratches: For small scratches, it is advisable to use touch-up paint to avoid rusting and to maintain your car’s overall appearance. Tesla has official touch-up paint sets that match the color of your car perfectly. If the scratches are deep, however, then the best way to deal with them is to hire a professional.
- Temporary Fixes for a Cracked Glass Roof: If your Tesla has a tiny crack on the glass roof, covering it with clear packing tape can help avoid the expansion of the crack, but this is only to a hold-over until you can have it professionally repaired. Driving with a cracked glass roof is dangerous, as the glass could shatter and fall on you and your passengers, so it is recommended to have it repaired as soon as possible.
- Glass Roof Replacement: If the glass roof is cracked or shattered, it will have to be replaced. Accredited Tesla service centers and skilled auto body shops can replace the damaged glass panel, ensuring that the roof is as strong and aesthetically pleasing as it was before.
- Frame Straightening for Structural Damage: In cases where the accident has led to severe structural damage that affects the roof frame, frame straightening will be necessary. This procedure helps to align the roof and the rest of the body of the car, making your Tesla safe to drive.
Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Roof Repair
- Safety: A damaged roof can affect the structural integrity of your Tesla, making it less safe to drive. Having any damage repaired as soon as possible keeps you and your car protected.
- Avoiding Issue Down the Road: Ignoring minor cracks or dents may lead to more severe issues later on. Cracks can extend across the glass and create leak points, and dents compromise the integrity of the roof; both of which may call for more expensive repairs in the future.
- Tesla’s Resale Value: A Tesla that is properly maintained retains a higher resale value. Damage to the roof can reduce the value of the car when it is time to trade-in or sell your car, so a small investment now can really help in the long term.
- Preventing Leaks: A crack on the roof of your car can allow water to leak into the interior. This can lead to additional damage like mold or electrical failure. These kinds of preventable issues can be very costly, so it is best to fix any problems as early as possible.
Bring Your Tesla To Us for Roof Repairs
At Ames Collision, we aim to be the first 
place that luxury car owners turn to for repairs after an accident. Our service center is located in Dallas, TX, but we are happy to help drivers from Irving, Highland Park, Carrollton, Addison, Flower Mound, University Park, Farmers Branch, and Lewisville. We are fully trained to understand the advanced materials used in your Tesla, and are equipped with the right tools and knowledge to repair your car and make it like new. If you have damage on the roof of your Tesla, don’t hesitate to reach out to us… we’re happy to help!
