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Should I put a claim in for a small ding in my door?

Can I put a claim in for a small ding on my door? I noticed a small dent in my rear passenger side door. It isn't big, but it is driving me crazy.

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Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“When you love your car, small imperfections can drive you crazy!
If you have collision coverage, you can put a
claim
 in for the ding.
Keep in mind that
collision coverage
 will only pay out after the deductible on the policy is met.
It would be a good idea to get an estimate for the repairs before you contact the claims department.
If it is only a few hundred dollars to fix your car, you may want to take care of it yourself.”
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