INSURANCE-PREFERRED CONTRACTOR

Vehicle Impact Damage

Reconstruction

DH Construction handles vehicle impact damage for homeowners, property managers, and commercial building owners across Sacramento, Chico, and the Sparks/Reno area. We’re an insurance-preferred contractor, and we respond 24/7.

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Large-Loss Inquiries & Commercial Projects

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Available 24/7 for emergency response in the Sacramento area only.

50+
In-House Tradespeople
300+
Projects Completed Annually
30+
Years of Reconstruction Experience
Major
Preferred Carrier Status

COMMERCIAL RECONSTRUCTION

A Different Scale of Loss Requires a Different Level of Contractor

  • Residential wall and garage damage: exterior wall framing, sheathing, and finish systems after vehicle penetration
  • Commercial storefront reconstruction: glazing systems, framing, entry systems, and structural elements
  • Garage door and header systems: overhead door replacement, structural header repair after vehicle impact
  • Foundation and sill plate assessment: force transfer evaluation at the foundation connection level
  • Structural framing repair: load-bearing wall repair, post and beam replacement, and structural reinforcement
  • MEP system evaluation: checking for damage to plumbing, electrical, and gas systems within the impact area
  • Interior finish reconstruction: drywall, insulation, and finish work inside the impact zone
  • Multi-unit and commercial properties: apartment complexes, retail centers, office buildings
Newly remodeled home living area reconstructed by DH Construction

Why Structural Assessment Matters After Vehicle Impact

The visible damage after a vehicle impact is the starting point, not the full picture. Energy from a vehicle collision travels through the structure: into the rim joist, along wall plates, and into the foundation connection. Load-bearing walls may be racked without visible cracking. Electrical conduit and plumbing within the wall may be damaged.

DH Construction’s post-impact assessment covers the full structural envelope of the collision, documents all affected systems, and prepares a scope that captures what actually needs to be rebuilt, not just what’s visibly damaged. This matters for insurance because incomplete scopes lead to supplements, delays, and disputes.

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Insurance: Vehicle Impact And Coverage

Vehicle impact claims can involve auto liability insurance (if the driver is at fault and identifiable), your own commercial general liability policy, or your property insurance. DH Construction’s documentation is carrier-agnostic. Our scopes and photo records are formatted for any adjuster’s review, regardless of which policy is responding to the loss.

For commercial property owners, vehicle impacts may also involve business interruption considerations when storefronts or access points are compromised. Our project managers work efficiently to minimize downtime and keep reconstruction on a documented timeline.

DH Construction is a longtime leader in the damage restoration industry. Whether the claim goes through auto liability or property insurance, our documentation and Xactimate scopes meet carrier standards.

What Sets DH Construction Apart

The differentiators that matter to homeowners, property managers, risk managers, and commercial adjusters.

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Newly remodeled family room of a large house reconstructed by DH Construction

50+ In-House Tradespeople

Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and finishers on staff, not subcontracted. Faster mobilization, better quality control, single accountability.

300+ Projects Completed Annually

Active project volume means experienced crews and established carrier relationships across all major commercial markets.

Large-Loss Specialization

Dedicated project management protocols for high-dollar, multi-system, or multi-tenant events.

Xactimate Proficiency

Estimates prepared in the format carriers require, with proper commercial pricing and code upgrade documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whose insurance covers vehicle impact damage to my building?

Typically, the at-fault driver’s auto liability insurance is the primary coverage for damage their vehicle caused to your building. If the driver is uninsured or underinsured, your property insurance may step in depending on your policy. DH Construction documents the structural damage thoroughly so you have complete records regardless of which carrier is handling the claim. We work with both auto liability and property insurance adjusters.

Is the structure safe after a vehicle impact?

Not necessarily, and that’s the first question to answer. Vehicle impacts at speed transfer significant force into load-bearing framing, foundation connections, and structural systems that may not show obvious visible damage. DH Construction’s assessment includes a full structural evaluation of the impact envelope, not just the obvious penetration point. We document what’s structurally compromised, not just what’s visually damaged.

Can you secure the opening immediately after impact?

Yes. However, emergency board-up and site security is only available in the Sacramento area. After a vehicle penetrates a wall, garage, or storefront, the structure is exposed and unsecured. We deploy temporary barriers, boarding, and fencing to secure the opening while the claim is processed and reconstruction is scoped.

How long does vehicle impact reconstruction take?

A single-point impact to an exterior wall or garage can often be completed in two to four weeks once the scope is approved and materials are staged. More extensive damage like corner impacts, multiple-bay garage penetrations, and storefront systems may take longer depending on structural complexity and material lead times. DH Construction provides a written project schedule after the initial assessment.

WHERE WE SERVE

Service Areas for Vehicle Impact Damage Reconstruction

Call us to reach our team from any service area. For large-loss inquiries, ask specifically for a commercial project manager.

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Reach A Project Manager

For large-loss inquiries, business interruption events, or multi-tenant losses, ask specifically for a commercial project manager when you call.

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CALIFORNIA

Sacramento

Sacramento County and the greater Capital Region, including Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, and West Sacramento.

CALIFORNIA

Chico

Butte County commercial reconstruction, including retail, multi-family, and institutional properties.

NEVADA

Sparks / Reno

Washoe County commercial reconstruction, including the Reno-Sparks metro commercial corridor.

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