Dent repair

Paintless dent repair

A dent does not always need filler, sanding, or paint. Paintless dent repair works the metal back into shape while keeping the original finish in place.

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An auto body technician uses a slim metal tap-down tool to refine the low spots around a small dent while an inspection light reflects across the vehicle's side panel

PDR is a focused form of dent repair for damage where the vehicle's original paint remains intact. An auto body technician works the panel from behind or uses controlled access to gradually move the metal back toward its original shape.

The surface is checked as the repair progresses rather than judged only from one angle. This helps identify remaining high and low spots and keeps the work centered on the damaged area. King Collisions provides PDR as part of its auto body repair services in Chandler.

Symptoms

When to call

A door or fender has a shallow dent

A shallow dent can leave the paint looking intact while changing the shape of the panel. PDR may be an option when the finish has not been broken and the metal can be reached for controlled repair.

A parking-lot ding is visible in reflections

Small dents often stand out when light or nearby objects reflect across the panel. Having the area assessed can help determine whether the damage is suitable for paintless dent repair.

A crease is present without chipped paint

A crease changes more of the panel than a round ding, but intact paint may still make PDR worth considering. An auto body technician can inspect the shape and location before recommending the repair approach.

You want to preserve the original finish

When the original paint is intact, PDR can address the metal damage without making the repair a separate paint service. The panel still needs to be examined to confirm that this method fits the damage.

Our process

How the job goes

Inspect the dent and paint

An auto body technician examines the size, depth, location, and condition of the finish. The inspection helps determine whether the panel can be repaired without conventional filling and painting.
Plan access to the panel

The technician identifies how to reach the back of the damaged area or where controlled pressure can be applied. The repair plan depends on the panel's shape and the location of the dent.
Move the metal gradually

Specialized PDR tools are used with measured pressure to bring the dent back toward its original contour. The technician works in small stages instead of forcing the panel into shape all at once.
Check the surface from multiple angles

The panel is checked during and after the repair for remaining low spots, high spots, and changes in the reflection. Any needed adjustments are made before the work is considered complete.

Scope

What the job includes

PDR is quoted after the dent is inspected. The quote depends on the dent's size, depth, location, panel access, and the condition of the paint.

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Inspection of the dent and original paint
Assessment of PDR suitability
Planned access to the damaged panel
Controlled metal reshaping with PDR tools
Surface checks from multiple angles

PDR questions

Answers before you book.

What does PDR mean?

PDR means paintless dent repair. It reshapes suitable dents in the vehicle's metal while keeping the original paint in place.

Can every dent be repaired with PDR?

No. Suitability depends on the dent's shape and location, access to the panel, and whether the paint remains intact. An auto body technician needs to inspect the damage first.

Will PDR damage my paint?

PDR is intended for dents where the original paint remains intact. The panel is reshaped with controlled pressure and specialized tools, but the damage still needs to be assessed before work begins.

Does PDR include painting?

PDR itself is a dent repair method that preserves the existing finish. If the paint is chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged, a separate paint service or another repair approach may be needed.