Repair Dents For Less With Paintless Dent Repair

The process of correcting dents in automobiles has become more efficient and less costly for consumers thanks to a process called paintless dent repair. This process helps to remove smaller dents without having to remove paint, prime the surface, and then repaint a vehicle. The result is a smooth dent repair that also costs a lot less money. Here is what you need know about how the process works, and how it can make your car look as good as new.

What Is PDR?

The process of paintless dent repair is more cost effective since it does not require the technician to do any sanding, priming, or painting of your vehicle after the dent has been repaired. It is also environmentally friendly and takes a fraction of time to complete compared to traditional dent repair methods. The technician uses special tools designed to push the dent back into place in order to make the body of your car look new again. When done properly, this method can save you a lot of time and money without having to worry about matching replacement paint colors and finishes.

How It Works

Here is how the process of paitnless dent repair is performed:

• The dent repair technician first needs to determine where the dent is located, and how they can gain entry behind it to make the repair. They may need to remove side panels, doors, lights, or other parts of the car in order to get behind the dent.
• Once the technician has gained access, they will use a light to see exactly where the dent is, the shape of the dent, and how severe it is. This will give them an idea of which tools need to be used and how much pressure will need to be applied to fix it.
• Special tools are used to apply slow, even pressure to the back side of the dent. As the pressure is applied, the dent should slowly begin to smooth out from the inside, causing the exterior side of the car to look as if nothing ever happened. In most cases, this process only takes a few hours from start to finish. 
• Once the dent has been repaired, the technician will then reattach all of the parts that have been removed, and your car will be ready to drive again with absolutely no sign of a dent ever even showing. 

If you've been in a fender bender and need a simple dent repaired, consider the paintless method. You will be surprised at how effective it is, and how much money you will save. 

To learn more, contact a company like Central Ave Auto Body.