If you’ve recently incurred vehicle damage and tried to get a quote for bumper repair, you may have noticed an alarming trend in repair estimates: the cost is higher than ever, the timelines are longer, and, in some cases, the replacement parts are completely inaccessible. Why? The global parts shortage.

For those who can’t or don’t want to spend thousands on replacement parts, or who can’t be without their car for days or weeks on end, the global parts shortage is making auto repair virtually impossible. This leaves drivers to either accept their damaged vehicle as-is or be majorly inconvenienced in trying to restore it to like-new. 

Luckily, Bumper Buddies is able to avoid the effects of the global parts shortage and perform high-quality auto and dent repairs in as little as a few hours. Keep reading to learn how.

The Global Parts Shortage

The automotive industry has been facing a major disruption in the supply chain due to the global car parts shortage. Supply chain issues and backed-up ports caused by the effects of the pandemic, in combination with staffing shortages and increased demand for vehicles, have created the perfect storm for a major car parts shortage that has affected the automotive industry around the world.

The shortage of car parts has become a concern not just for repair shops, manufacturers and fleet managers, but also for the everyday driver. Anyone looking to have their car repaired now has to deal with a dramatically extended turnaround time and sky-high repair costs due to the delay and increased expense of ordering replacement parts.

How Bumper Buddies Addresses the Shortage

Luckily, mobile bumper repair companies like Bumper Buddies are able to circumvent the global parts shortage and continue repairing vehicles to the highest standard with the same efficiency and affordability.

This is because our approach to repairs does not involve replacing parts, but rather repairing them. This has always kept us ahead of the competition in repair timelines and cost, but now more than ever this approach has proven to be a game-changer for those seeking simple dent and bumper repair.

If you have a damaged bumper, lift gate, door or rocker panel, Bumper Buddies can repair these parts back to like-new condition. Since we repair rather than replace them, we can have your car back on the road in just one day and for a fraction of what it would cost to take your vehicle to a traditional auto body shop.

Benefits of Repairing vs Replacing Your Car Parts

As touched on above, there are numerous benefits to opting for repairs rather than replacements in the face of the parts shortage. One such benefit is our repair warranty. We offer a three-year customer satisfaction guarantee on all repairs we perform. This means that if you’re unsatisfied with our work, we’ll come back to your home or wherever is most convenient for you and continue to work on your vehicle until you’re 100 percent satisfied with the result.

Another benefit of Bumper Buddies repairs is the timeline. Replacement parts currently take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to arrive at the body shop, leaving you with a damaged vehicle or with no vehicle at all for an extended period of time. This isn’t feasible for many, especially if you commute to work. 

By repairing the damaged parts, by contrast, Bumper Buddies can have your vehicle back on the road in a matter of hours, rather than weeks or months. If you receive vehicle damage on the way to work, we can have it repaired in time for your commute home, saving you a headache and the cost of a rental car.

Moreover, opting for repairs means that the original manufacturer parts stay intact, rather than being replaced by aftermarket parts. This helps maintain the integrity and the safety of the vehicle as well as its value.

Finally, repairing your vehicle with Bumper Buddies saves you the hassle of dealing with your insurance company. Extensive repairs and part replacements can warrant length insurance claims processes, and most insurance companies won’t cover 100 percent of the cost. With a mobile business model and low overhead, however, Bumper Buddies is able to offer extremely affordable pricing without compromising repair quality. Often, our prices are similar to or lower than the cost of your insurance deductible — and the process is completely hassle-free.

If you want to ensure you receive the best dent repair service possible for your vehicle, call the experts at Bumper Buddies. We have a five-star rating that we’ve maintained for our 20 years in business, and we offer a three-year warranty on all of our repairs. If you’d like to receive a free quote for your bumper repair today, give us a call today at 888-711-5074, text us at 949-799-1413, or contact us online.