Receiving a quote for dent repair can leave some car owners shocked at the price tag, and now more than ever, people are looking for ways to save money wherever they can. That’s why drivers are making the switch to mobile auto body repair services in increasing numbers, discovering their unbeatable affordability and uncompromising quality. If a traditional body shop’s dent removal quote has left your head spinning, it can help to understand what exactly makes car dent removal more or less expensive and just how a mobile dent repair service can save you money.

Size & Severity of the Dent

One of the main factors in determining the cost of dent repair is the complexity of the damage. A small door ding, for example, might seem like an insignificant quick fix, but restoring a vehicle’s body panel is an intricate process. 

Dents that are large, deep, or have sharp creases will be more expensive than shallow or small dents. Likewise, dents that have damaged the paint or stretched the metal will require more extensive — and, therefore, more expensive — work. Finally, dents in certain areas of the car — like the hood, trunk, and bumper — are easier to access and repair, causing them to be cheaper, whereas dents in hard-to-reach areas — such as side panels or door edges — will result in higher repair costs.

Type of Vehicle

Another factor that influences repair cost is the type of vehicle. For example, luxury brand vehicles will typically have higher repair costs because they feature specialized paint finishes, complex body panels, and high-end materials that require expert handling. A dent on a luxury sports car will cost much more to repair than one on a standard, mid-priced sedan.

Some vehicles also have specific body panel designs that make dent removal more challenging. Aluminum body panels, for example, require specialized tools and techniques that drive up the cost. One of the most common examples of a vehicle brand with aluminum paneling is Tesla. Although some Tesla models have modest price points, they are still more expensive to repair since they demand technicians with specific training and specialized equipment. Luckily, many mobile auto body shops like Bumper Buddies are qualified to repair Teslas and other specialized vehicles, but at a more accessible price point.

Overhead Costs

Traditional auto body shops carry significant overhead expenses that directly impact their pricing for every type of vehicle repair. Most brick-and-mortar body shops have to pay rent for their facility, pay utility bills, maintain multiple repair stations and specialized tools, and keep a full-time team of technicians on staff. These fixed costs are integrated into their repair pricing, driving up the final price you pay for your service. 

Mobile body shops like Bumper Buddies, on the other hand, have drastically reduced overhead expenses, so they’re able to pass savings directly to the customer and charge less for the same quality of work. At Bumper Buddies, we have a fleet of vans that are packed with industry-leading materials and specialized tools to get the job done. However, we don’t have any brick-and-mortar facilities or unutilized staff that drive up our costs unnecessarily. Through our streamlined business model, we not only offer more efficient and convenient services for our customers, but we also make them as affordable as possible.

If you’ve damaged your vehicle and are in need of any kind of auto body repair, including dent repair, 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 dent repair today, give us a call at 888-711-5074, text us at 949-799-1413, or contact us online.