Post-parking scans are just as important as pre-parking scans. When you return to your car, a quick scan confirms whether new damage appeared while the car was unattended.
The first 60 seconds after returning are critical. Walk around your car before you get in. Look for any new marks, especially in tight parking spots. If you see something, take photos before moving the car—once you drive away, the valet company can claim the damage happened elsewhere.
CarShake's post-park scan compares the current state to your pre-park scan automatically. If it detects a change, the app flags the difference and creates a timestamped report. This comparison is the strongest evidence you can have.
For rental returns, scan the car in the rental company's parking lot before you walk to the counter. This creates a tamper-proof record of the car's condition at return. If the rental agent later claims damage, you have proof it didn't happen during your rental.