Paintless dent repair (PDR) is a specialized repair technique used to restore a vehicle's metal panels without traditional bodywork and repainting. A trained PDR technician carefully massages the damaged metal back into its original shape using specialized tools.

Because PDR can preserve the vehicle's original factory paint, it can be an excellent option for repairing many dents while avoiding unnecessary body filler, sanding, and repainting.

When the damage qualifies, paintless dent repair offers several advantages:

• Preserves the vehicle's original factory paint

• No body filler for typical PDR repairs

• No repainting for qualifying repairs

• Can be faster than traditional body repair

• Maintains the vehicle's original finish

• Can help preserve resale value

• Often costs less than conventional bodywork

• Environmentally friendlier because it can eliminate the need for paint and body fillers

After scheduling a time to meet with our technician to review your vehicle’s damage, a future date will be scheduled to provide the repair to your vehicle. Some repairs can be made during the same visit. Our mobile technician will come to you to make the repair at your home, work, or other location.

If you are not sure if your dent qualifies for PDR, you can text or email pictures of your dent for a quick review to determine if PDR could restore your vehicle.

There are several factors that determine the length of time a repair will take. Depending on the size, depth, and location, a dent a can take a few hours to repair.

Prices vary depending on the size, location, and complexity of a dent. We are very transparent with our prices to ensure that our customers understand the full scope of their repair before we begin working. Prices for dent repair start at $100.

If your vehicle's factory paint is still intact and the metal can be safely reshaped, paintless dent repair may remove the dent without repainting the panel. Every dent is different, so Renegade Dent evaluates the size, depth, location, and condition of the paint before recommending PDR.

Many people are surprised to learn that Paintless Dent Repair can often repair more than just small door dings. While every repair is different, some larger dents, body line damage, and minor collision dents may qualify for PDR when the paint remains intact and the metal can be safely reshaped. Every dent is evaluated individually to determine the best repair method.

If your vehicle has a dent, you may be wondering: Will insurance cover paintless dent repair (PDR)? In many cases, the answer is yes. Paintless dent repair is often covered by auto insurance when the dent was caused by a covered incident, such as hail, a parking-lot accident, a collision, or another type of covered damage.

The exact coverage depends on your auto insurance policy, deductible, the cause of the damage, and how the claim is handled.

Visit our pricing and insurance page for more details.

Before filing a claim, consider:

1. How much will the repair cost?
Get a professional PDR estimate first.

2. What is your deductible?
Compare the estimated repair cost with your deductible.

3. What caused the damage?
Coverage can depend on whether the damage falls under comprehensive, collision, or another portion of your policy.

4. Is the damage repairable with PDR?
A professional PDR technician can inspect the panel and determine whether paintless dent repair is appropriate.

In many situations, PDR can be used as an alternative to traditional body repair when the damage is suitable for the technique.

However, not every dent can be repaired with PDR. Factors such as the location of the dent, depth, access to the back of the panel, the condition of the paint, and the severity of the damage can affect whether PDR is appropriate.

A professional inspection can help determine whether paintless dent repair is a good option for your vehicle.

Not necessarily. Insurance claims and repair procedures vary by insurer and policy. You generally should understand your rights regarding repair facilities and obtain an estimate from a qualified repair professional.

If your insurance company has already inspected your vehicle, provide the PDR technician with the claim information and insurance estimate when available. The technician can then evaluate the damage and determine whether PDR is appropriate.

One of the biggest advantages of PDR is that it is designed to preserve the vehicle's original factory paint whenever possible.

However, if there is paint damaged by the dent or collision, paintless dent repair cannot paint and restore the paint back to it’s original condition.