Car Flood Repair

The National Auto Dealers Associations advise that you should Not  start up a vehicle that has been flooded . instead call a certified shop ( EUROPEAN AUTOMOTIVE CENTER , EXPERTS IN FLOODED CAR REPAIR OF EUROPEAN , JAPANESE AND AMERICAN VEHICLES  )  and your insurance .

UNLIKE home owners that have to buy a separate flooding coverage , MOST  Auto full coverage insurance Policies include or  are covered for such damage !! Flood coverage counts as a natural disaster and not as an accident & should not affect your premium. Even if you don’t have insurance, we can still fix your flooded car as an out of pocket repair by working with your budget and giving you a reasonable and affordable price .

                                        EUROPEAN AUTOMOTIVE CENTER ( HABLAMOS ESPANOL )

 EAC is one of a very few shops in HOUSTON that specializes in flooded repairs .

Dealing with a flooded car , requires experience . only 2 to 4 % of all Auto repair facilities are capable and specialized in flooded car repairs , as these repairs can be complicated , extensive and often end up with several Electrical and  electronic issues . like computers , modules , electrical parts , shorts . 

We are able to specialize on these repairs by keeping not only our experienced  Auto technicians but a full time Auto -Electrician on site . We are certified to work with all extended warranties , and will work  directly with your insurance company , we are experience in the complex process of filling up your claim and following up with it , in getting your repairs  started and approved . 

 

Heavy Rain and standing water may mean difficult and extensive repairs for owners of flood damaged vehicles. A flooded car should not be started until a thorough inspection & cleaning is performed  

If the car has been completely or partially submerged in water , it may be necessary to disassemble all mechanical parts and carpet  for thorough cleaning and lubrication as appropriate …. most vulnerable are: engine , transmission , steering , and braking system . Dirt and contaminants can cause premature wear of vital components and shorten the life of your vehicle .

Our qualified technicians will inspect all mechanical components , including the  Engine, transmission,, steering system , antifreeze,  axles , brake system & fuel system for water contamination, drain flood water from contaminated mechanical system and flush with clean water or a solvent as appropriate . Drain and replace all contaminated fluids , such as oil , transmission fluid , brake fluids , power steering . The car’s electrical system is also very vulnerable to the damaging effects of flood water and water sensitive components may need to be replaced . Components include : engine computers , modules , body control module , transmission modules  and other electronic devices .