What Is Paintless Dent Repair?

So, you have a dent on your car that you want to fix. That’s reasonable. What’s not reasonable is the cost normally associated with repairing dents on cars, not to mention the time and effort required to get them fixed. Well, what if there was another way? There is — paintless dent repair, or PDR for short. What is paintless dent repair, and how much does it cost? MINI of Sterling has the details. 

How Paintless Dent Repair Works

Paintless dent repair, which usually costs between $75 to $125, is completed in much the same manner wherever you get it done around Loudoun County. Here are the steps:

• Analyze the Damage: Paintless dent removal fixes dents and dings from behind, so a technician will start by having a look at the area to determine the best way forward. Everything from size to location will be assessed to determine how damage can be effectively removed through PDR.
• Work from Behind the Dent: In most cases, PDR happens behind the dent. Body panels and possible lights and interior panels will need to be moved to create a pathway to the dent. Technicians will use special light boards to get a perfect look at the offending dent. Shadows show exactly where pressure needs to be applied.
• Apply Pressure to the Dent: Your technician will use special tools to massage the exterior panel back to its original position. This can usually be completed as a same-day service, though more severe dents may require a touch more time.

Why Look to a Professional for Paintless Dent Removal?

Can you complete PDR on your own? Yes you can, technically, but realistically speaking, it’s usually too arduous of a task for a layperson in the DC Metro area with little auto experience to tackle, and thus, it’s generally smarter to trust a professional to get this job done. Here are just some reasons why:

• Professionals are more likely to get your car looking like-new instead of just “better than before.”
• Professionals use the latest tools to diagnose the problem and make repairs.
• Professionals are unlikely to cause damage, such as breaking a trim panel.

Find Out More About How Paintless Dent Removal Works with MINI of Sterling

Ready to learn more about how PDR works or what the associated costs are at our Dulles Airport area MINI dealership service center? Give us a call or contact us to learn more!