Is paintless dent repair right for my car?

The answer depends on the severity of the dent. These dents and dings on the car detract from the appearance of your car. Fixing them could be time-consuming. This could cause an expensive visit to an auto body repair shop. However, paintless dent repair (PDR) is a great option to save cost and time. Here is how paintless dent repair works.

How does PDR work?

The approach is to repair the dent and make sure the factory paint is kept intact. The method involves pushing the indented metal back to its original shape without affecting its factory paint.

Our technicians at QCCollision will initiate the best approach to access the damaged area. Then use specialized tools to remove dents from inner panels, outer edges, or even trim pieces if needed. Finally, massage back gently to regain the metal back to its original position.

However, there are some damages that are difficult to fix through PDR.

• Dents that have torn up metal or sharp edges.
• The paint inside the dented area has been scratched or damaged badly.
• Indented metal appears to be near the edge of a panel.
• PDR is not a good option even if the dented area has undergone previous bodywork.

Benefits of choosing Paintless Dent Repair

It needs excellent skill and precision to remove damage without losing its original factory work. Therefore, it’s important to select a professional auto body shop with experienced technicians to fix the problem.

PDR can have the following benefits:

1. Cost-effective: PDR method involves some specific tools and techniques in order to restore the affected area. PDR does not require implementing the entire auto repair and paints job. Hence, it is less expensive than traditional bodywork.
2. Time-Saving: Compared to other methods, the PDR task is accomplished with fewer steps. Other methods are time-consuming which begins with fixing the auto work and then moving on to the paint job. Hence, PDR is a time-saving approach.
3. Car Value Retention: PDR uses some specific tools and techniques to restore the metal to its original place. PDR ensures to preserve the factory finish of your car avoiding additional damage caused while auto repair work. If you plan to resale your car, the PDR technique ensures these dents won’t influence the resale value.

4. PDR is environmentally friendly: Compared to the conventional approach, the PDR technique is considered to be environmentally friendly. The conventional method contains paintwork, body filler, and many other chemical substances. The Car paints contain to be toxic fumes that very dangerous and are known to harm the environment.

5. Avoid Major Repairs: It is always recommended to consult your auto repair experts to avoid any major repairs. The PDR is the secure method wherein the dent could be removed gently by a trained technician. PDR method frees the car owner from extra worries of additional paintwork or repair works.