Paintless Dent Repair F.A.Q.'s

What type of damage(s) can be repaired using the Paintless Dent Repair Process?

Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) was originally intended for use in repairing small dents and door dings. Paintless Dent Repair tools and technical expertise have improved vastly broadening the number of applications for the repair process. These include hail damage, creases, protrusions and even some collision damage.

How long will my Paintless Dent Repair take?

Small dents and door dings repaired using the Paintless Dent Repair process usually require an hour or less per dent to complete the repair. Creases, protrusions and larger dents may require several hours to complete a satisfactory repair. Hail Damage usually requires one to three days for repair completion depending upon the severity of the damage.

Can you explain how the Paintless Dent Repair Process works?

Paintless Dent Repair works by gently massaging the dent out from the inside or underside of the damaged panel. PDR technicians use specialized tools to push the metal back into its original shape from the underside of the dent. The PDR technician gains access to the underside of the damaged panel through existing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) access points or sheet metal cutouts. Other areas can be accessed by removing insulator blankets, interior trim panels, headliners, lamp assemblies etc.

Are Paintless Dent Repairs permanent?

Yes, once the damaged area has been satisfactorily repaired using the Paintless Dent Repair Process the sheet metal and the paint finish are permanently returned to Pre-Loss Condition.

Does the Paintless Dent Repair Process damage the vehicles paint finish?

No, a Paintless Dent Repair that has been properly completed will have no negative effect on the vehicles paint finish.

Will the repaired area be noticeable?

A dent that has been properly repaired using the Paintless Dent Repair Process will show no signs of either the previous damage or the repair process. The sheet metal and paint finish are manipulated back to the condition that they were in prior to the damage occurring.

Does Paintless Dent Repair provide significant savings versus conventional paint and body repair?

The Paintless Dent Repair Process typically provides a 25% to 60% savings when compared to conventional paint and body repairs. Paintless Dent Repair virtually eliminates Diminishment of Value claim related issues.

Do you have a guarantee?

Detail Masters does guarantee that the process we use will not harm your finish. We cannot guarantee your paint job, because we did not do your paint job, but we do stand behind our work.

How much does this cost?

Our prices are determined upon the quantity and sizes of the vehicles, the severity of the overspray and what type of paint or emission was oversprayed on the vehicles. This is a variable cost and is usually negotiated with the insurance company or contractor handling your claim.