Can Any Dent Be Repaired, and Will It Affect My Vehicle's Paint?
Dent Repair Limitations
- Not all dents are repairable with Paintless Dent Repair (PDR).
- Feasibility depends on depth and location of the dent.
- Size Considerations:
- Dents up to dinner plate-sized can typically be repaired if not too deep.
- Even small, deep dents (dime-sized or smaller) may be irreparable due to excessive metal stretching.
- Commonly Repairable Dents:
- Golf ball-sized or smaller dents are the most successfully repaired.
- 95% of minor dents can be fixed using PDR.
- 5% may be irreparable due to depth, location, or stretched metal.
- Challenges in Repair:
- Cracked paint is a sign the dent may not be suitable for PDR.
- Stretched dents might still be repairable by shrinking the metal using specialized equipment.
- Difficult areas:
- Quarter panel opening lips
- Reinforced sections of hoods
- Panel edges
- Alternative Techniques:
- Glue pulling method can be used when there’s no direct access behind the panel.
- Works best if the paint remains intact and the dent is not overly stretched.
- May require additional refinements for a seamless finish.
- Customer Expectations:
- PDR is highly effective for minor dents.
- Larger or deeper dents are more challenging but often yield impressive results.
- We provide a detailed assessment before starting repairs to set clear expectations.
Impact on Paint
- PDR does not damage factory paint.
- Modern factory paint is flexible and resilient, making it ideal for the PDR process.
- Preserves your vehicle's original paint, maintaining its value and aesthetics.
Will the Dent Return?
- No. Once properly removed with PDR, the dent does not come back.
- No risk of visible rings or sand scratch marks—common issues with traditional repair methods.
- A correctly executed PDR ensures a long-lasting, high-quality repair.