If your car has a dent and you’ve been exploring your options for dent repair, then you’ve likely come across paintless dent repair, or PDR. With some people claiming it’s a miracle cure for every dent and others claiming it never works as well as traditional dent removal, it can be difficult to discern truth from fiction and make the right decision for your vehicle.

As a trusted mobile dent repair expert in multiple states, we’ve seen it all when it comes to dent repair, and we’re here to ensure you end up 100 percent happy with the results. To get you started on the right track, we’re debunking some of the most common myths about paintless dent repair so you can make the best choice for your needs.

PDR Is Expensive

Many people worry that PDR is as expensive as traditional dent repair, but the good news is that it’s almost always a more affordable option. Whereas traditional dent repair requires sanding, body filler, primer, color-matched paint, and a clear coat, PDR eliminates those steps and materials.

PDR is performed by reshaping the metal panel without affecting the car’s paint job. This means that it can often be done in as little as one hour and for far less than traditional dent repair methods, due to the reduced labor and material costs. While exact pricing depends on the dent size, depth, location, and panel access, PDR almost always provides significant savings.

PDR Damages the Vehicle’s Paint

Reshaping and pulling at the car’s metal body can leave many drivers stressed that PDR will damage their car’s paint. However, PDR is designed specifically to protect your paint, and when performed by a trained technician, it will ensure that your vehicle’s finish remains flawless.

Modern car finishes are engineered to be somewhat flexible, so they can move with minor impacts and controlled panel movement. Using gentle heat or carefully selected adhesives, we massage the metal back to its original shape without breaking the surface or otherwise affecting your car’s paint, leaving you with a flawless finish every time!

PDR Isn’t as Effective as Other Dent Repair

The efficient, convenient, and affordable nature of paintless dent repair causes some people to assume that it can’t possibly be as effective as traditional dent repair, instead assuming it’s a quick fix or somehow cuts corners. The truth is, while not all dents can be repaired using PDR, for those dents that can, it’s often the most effective solution available.

Since your dent repair expert isn’t applying filler or repainting ,the panel retains its original factory finish. The result is clean and undetectable, with your car looking exactly like it did before the damage occurred. The key is honest assessment. At Bumper Buddies, we’ll tell you upfront whether PDR will deliver a like-new result or if another method will serve you better, so you always get the most effective result.

Paintless dent repair is a fast, affordable, and safe solution for many common dents. It preserves your original manufacturer finish, saves you time and money, and still delivers a flawless result. If you want to see whether your car’s damage is a candidate for paintless dent repair, Bumper Buddies always happy to provide a free initial estimate. Simply give us a call at 818-855-5578, text us at 949-799-1413, or contact us online and provide photos of the damage. We’re always fully transparent in our assessments and even offer a three-year warranty on all of our repairs for confidence, guaranteed.