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How Easy Is It to Install a Hail Netting System?

Written by 

Michael Dunlap

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Edited by 

Kelly Gillease

May 1, 2025

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3

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Two BMW vehicles parked on either side of a Hail No canopy support post under protective netting
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For businesses looking to protect their vehicles, equipment, and outdoor assets from hail damage, hail netting systems provide a cost-effective, durable, and low-maintenance solution. But one of the most common questions business owners ask is:

“How difficult is it to install hail netting?”

The good news? Hail netting systems are designed for easy installation and require minimal upkeep, making them a hassle-free way to safeguard your inventory. In this guide, we’ll walk through the installation process, key benefits, and how these systems offer long-term hail protection with minimal maintenance.

How to Install Hail Netting: A Step-by-Step Overview

Hail netting systems are engineered for efficiency, meaning installation can be completed quickly with minimal disruption to daily business operations.

Step 1: Site Assessment & Custom Design

🔹 Professional evaluation of the area to determine the best structure layout.
🔹 Customized netting solution based on lot size, industry needs, and coverage requirements.

Step 2: Installing Support Structures

🔹 Galvanized steel columns are anchored into the ground.
🔹 Spacing is optimized to provide maximum coverage while maintaining strength.

Step 3: Attaching the Hail Netting

🔹 Knotless, weather-resistant netting is stretched over the frame.
🔹 The netting is tensioned to allow impact absorption without sagging.

🔹Netting is attached to stainless steel cabling via galvanized and stainless steel turnbuckles and connectors. 

Step 4: Final Adjustments & Quality Check

🔹 Secure fastening & reinforcement to withstand high winds and heavy storms.
🔹 Inspection & testing to ensure optimal performance before full deployment.

Total Installation Time: Depending on the project size, most hail netting systems can be installed in just a few days to a few weeks—significantly faster than permanent structures like covered parking or warehouses.

Why Hail Netting Systems Are Low-Maintenance

Unlike other hail protection solutions that require frequent repairs or manual deployment, hail netting is low maintenance and easy to repair.

Minimal Upkeep, Maximum Protection

UV-Stabilized Materials – Resistant to sun damage, fading, and wear over time.
Weather-Resistant Coatings – Protects against moisture, mold, and corrosion.
Self-Tensioning Design – Reduces sagging, eliminating the need for frequent adjustments.

Rust Proof – Hail No only utilizes Galvanized or Stainless Steel components in their systems. The last thing you need is rusty components on your site. 

Recommended Maintenance Checklist:

🛠 Annual Inspection – Check for tension, structural integrity, and minor wear.
🛠 Post-Storm Checkups – Ensure netting is secure after extreme weather.
🛠 Simple Repairs – If a section needs replacing, it can be patched or swapped out without reinstalling the entire system.

Comparing Hail Netting Installation vs. Other Hail Protection Options

Feature

Hail Netting

Covered Parking Structures

Hail Tarps & Covers

Installation Time

✅ Fast (days to weeks)

❌ Slow (months of construction)

✅ Instant (but requires deployment)

Cost-Effectiveness

✅ Affordable, pays for itself in ~2 years

❌ High cost, slow ROI

✅ Cheap, but unreliable

Long-Term Durability

✅ 15-20 years lifespan

✅ Permanent structure

❌ Short lifespan, easily damaged

Maintenance Needs

✅ Minimal upkeep required

✅ Minimal, but costly to repair

❌ High – must be replaced often

 

💡 Why Choose Hail Netting? It strikes the perfect balance of affordability, durability, and ease of installation, making it the best all-around hail protection solution.

>> Related Article: Comparing Hail Netting to Other Hail Protection Systems

Is Hail Netting the Right Solution for Your Business?

If you need a fast, reliable, and low-maintenance hail protection system, hail netting is the ideal solution. Businesses in auto dealerships, parking lots, warehouses, and industrial plants benefit from:

Quick installation with minimal disruption
Long-lasting, weather-resistant materials
Hassle-free maintenance & cost savings

Ready to install hail netting for your business?

Contact Hail No today for a customized quote and see how easy it is to get started.

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