Floods can damage anything in their path, including cars. If you have a car that's been damaged beyond repair due to flooding, junking the vehicle at a scrapyard will be your best option for making some money and quickly offloading the car. If your car has been affected by flooding, here is what you should know about the junking process. 

How Does Water Ruin a Car?

Water is highly destructive to almost all components in modern cars. It soaks into seats and carpets, which can lead to mold growth, fabric disintegration, and persistent odors. Water also ruins electronic systems, meaning your vehicle's computer, power windows, radio, and other electronic components may be damaged after water exposure. Mechanical components, like the car's engine, motor, and transmission, can also break down after water seeps into small nooks and crannies. Water may also corrode pipes and cause rust to form on all metal components, including the frame and wheels.

What Amount Of Water Exposure Will Total A Car? 

Insurance companies use specific metrics and guidelines to determine if flooding has totaled a vehicle. Generally, they'll deem a car a loss if it's so badly damaged that repairs won't return it to a safe condition or if it costs more to repair the car than it's worth. An insurer may total a car if it fails to meet state-specific safety regulations, as well. So, if your car was submerged in water or even exposed to a small amount that caused lasting damage, then an insurer may declare it totaled. 

You should always speak with your insurance agency following a flood to get accurate information about your vehicle's condition. This will help you determine whether you need to take the vehicle to a scrapyard or not. 

Why Should You Sell Your Car If It’s Totaled Due To Flooding?

Flooding can affect every aspect of your car's performance and functionality. Even if you can remediate some of the damage, issues can persist well into the future. You don't want to end up with hefty bills because of flooding years down the line. Further, if your car has been declared a total loss, there may not be much you can do anyway to repair what has been damaged. It's better to sell your car to a scrapyard and receive some money for any usable parts than to hang on to the vehicle or dispose of it in some other way. 

If you have a flood-damaged vehicle to sell to a scrapyard, contact T&S Automotive. This Thomasville, NC, metal recycling plant has been in business for more than 20 years. They'll offer cash for metal objects, including vehicles. See what they can do for you online or request more information by calling (336) 882-7989.