Nothing throws a wrench in your day like someone tapping your bumper. Rear-end collisions can cause everything from minor scrapes to major dents, and fixing your vehicle will look different depending on the damage. 

If someone hits your bumper, there are two ways it can be fixed: bumper repair and bumper replacement. It’s not always clear which choice is right for your damage, which is why we’ve created a guide to fixing your bumper after a collision.

The Purpose of Your Vehicle’s Bumper

While we all try to drive safely and avoid collisions, sometimes accidents happen. The purpose of your car’s bumper is to absorb the energy from a crash and keep the rest of your vehicle intact. Without it, even the most minor, low-speed collision could severely damage your vehicle’s frame. Repairing a damaged frame is extensive, expensive and sometimes even impossible, which is why a proper bumper is crucial.

When You Should Get Bumper Repair

Most accidents are minor, leaving your bumper with shallow dents, dings or scratches. In these cases, bumper repair can restore your vehicle to its optimal condition. A skilled autobody repair technician can erase the evidence of a rear-end collision in just a few hours, and with Bumper Buddies, they’ll come straight to you. If your vehicle’s paint is intact, a simple paintless dent repair service could be all that’s needed to repair the damage. 

Can You Drive With a Damaged Bumper?

Even if your damage is minor, any accident runs the risk of knocking your frame out of place. Driving is unsafe when the internal structure of your vehicle has been compromised, which is why getting your car looked at after a collision is critical.

When you book a dent repair or bumper repair appointment, your technician can assess if your vehicle has sustained any damage to its frame. Have any internal damage repaired promptly to ensure your vehicle is safe to take back on the road.

When Your Bumper Should Be Replaced

Your technician will assess if your bumper needs to be replaced altogether. Usually, bumper repair is enough to erase shallower dents, cracks and scrapes. However, if severe damage has occurred, or if the hooks attaching your bumper are broken, you may need bumper replacement.

At Bumper Buddies, you’ll always get transparent communication. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions and never try to upcharge you for services your car doesn’t need. Our mobile dent and bumper repair service will have you back on the road feeling confident about your vehicle in just a few hours – no need to leave your car overnight! Submit your damage online or call (888) 711-5074 for a complimentary quote.