Imagine this. You've just been in a road accident. The initial shock fades, yet a new pressure builds: the time limit on your insurance claim and the safety of your vehicle. Your damaged car now serves as key evidence. If left unsecured or recovered poorly, this could result in the loss of an insurance claim. 

Therefore, having secure storage is essential. This blog explores why swift, expert storage via a UK accident management company helps you to strengthen your claim. 

Learn how Simple Claims shields both your evidence and finances from the start.

Why Secured Storage is Non-Negotiable After an Accident

A car left on the roadside after an accident quickly suffers secondary damage. Burglars can steal some car parts, or kids playing nearby can damage a car window.

When the insurance engineer finally arrives weeks later, the damage no longer matches the police report or your dash-cam footage. The third-party insurer seizes the chance to argue that “some of the damage was caused after the accident” and reduces their payout, sometimes by thousands.

A secured vehicle storage, like Simple Claims, eliminates that risk. The vehicle stays exactly as it was on the day of the collision. The insurance claim engineer can see the actual impact of the damage, and your claim remains valid and strong.

How a Car Accident Management Company Protects You

In non-fault accidents, a car accident management company like Simple Claims provides expert support. We operate independently from your insurer. Hence, recover, repair and storage costs directly from the at-fault driver’s policy. This means you don’t need to involve your own insurance early on.

Simple Claims also offers vehicle storage services. We arrange prompt recovery and place your car in approved, secure facilities. Below are some key benefits of a storage facility for your damaged vehicle.

Eliminates Risk of Tampering

A secured compound eliminates the risk of evidence tampering. At the Simple Claims car storage facility, we provide 24-hour CCTV coverage to keep your car secure. No stranger can touch your car, add scratches, or remove parts. The vehicle remains precisely as it was when it left the accident scene, and you will have CCTV coverage to present as proof. This prevents insurer from claiming “post-accident damage” and cutting your payout. This helps in receiving a full settlement of the claim.

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Controlled Access

Only authorised recovery agents, insurance engineers, and approved repairers can enter the compound. Electronic gates, staff ID checks, and signed logbooks control every visit. Nobody else gets near your vehicle. This strict control prevents accidental or deliberate interference and keeps the evidence chain intact.

Accurate Damage Assessment

When the loss adjuster arrives, they see the true impact damage with no added marks, weather deterioration, or missing parts. Photographs and reports match the police record perfectly. This accuracy removes excuses for dispute, speeds up approval, and ensures you receive the correct repair cost or total-loss valuation without reduction.

How Simple Claims Vehicle Storage Works

Simple Claims arranges secure storage at our own facility or a trusted partner site if your car cannot be driven. Your vehicle will remain in safe storage until it is ready for inspection, repair, or collection.

Nationwide 24/7 Service

Simple Claims provides a UK-wide recovery network operating 24/7, ensuring your vehicle is collected quickly, wherever you are, at any time.

No Storage Fees

If your car cannot be driven, we arrange secure storage at our own facility or a trusted partner site. There are no storage fees for you, as all costs are covered while you use Simple Claims accident-management services. These costs are recovered from your insurer or the at-fault party in non-fault accidents.

Easy Transfer to Repair or Recovery

Your vehicle is safely transported from storage to inspection, repair, or collection with minimal hassle, giving you peace of mind and a stress-free repair experience.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

After a non-fault accident, most drivers unintentionally harm their own claim in the first few hours. Small decisions made in shock or haste often lead to lost evidence, unexpected bills, and a reduced payout. Understanding and avoiding these common errors will protect both your vehicle and your settlement.

Leaving the Car on the Roadside or in a Public Area

Many drivers think, “It will only be a few hours,” and leave the vehicle where it stopped. Within hours, it can be vandalised, stripped, or hit again. Secondary damage appears overnight. The other insurer then refuses to pay for “new” marks or missing parts. One night on the street can cut thousands from your settlement.

Delay in Reporting Claims

Some people wait days or weeks before telling anyone about the accident. Storage fees rack up, weather damage sets in, and memories fade. The longer you delay contacting a specialist accident management company, the harder it becomes to prove the damage happened in the collision. Act within the same day to protect your car and claim.

Conclusion

Secured storage goes beyond mere parking. It anchors a robust claim, free from disputes or extra costs. In non-fault accidents, it preserves evidence and finances alike.

Act promptly after safety checks. Contact a dedicated accident management company such as Simple Claims. They arrange everything, from recovery to resolution.

If the accident wasn't your fault, don't risk statutory fees or claim delays. Call Simple Claims right now to secure professional recovery and storage that protects your no-claims discount and saves you money. 

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