Frequently Asked Questions about Paintless Dent Removal
What are the advantages of PDR?
- Less expensive than traditional car body repair
- The car retains its original factory paint finish.
- Car dents can be fixed in a fraction of the time traditional car body repair takes (usually between 30 minutes and 2 hours)
What type of car dents can be fixed?
- Smooth shallow dents ranging in size from a one cent coin to a basket ball
- The paint has not been broken or cracked
- The panel has not had previous body repair.
What is PDR? How is PDR Done?
- PDR or Paintless Dent Repair is a method of removing minor dents and dings without removing any paint from the vehicle.
- This is done by very patiently massaging the dent out from the back of the panel using specialised tools. Please click on this link for a video example.
How long does a typical dent repair take?
A dent repair can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours.
How much does it cost to fix a typical dent?
As each dent varies in size complexity and location please email 3 photos of the dent for a quotation.
How do I get a free estimate/consultation?
Please phone Paul on 087 249 49 66 to arrange an appointment in Dundrum Town Centre or
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Where is Autodent located?
We are located in the Dundrum Town Centre on level 1m zone A of the red car park.
What are Auto Dents opening hours?
Booking is essential. To make an appointment Monday to Saturday simply call us on 087 249 49 66 and we will be happy to arrange a time that is convenient for you.
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Do you fix scratches?
No, we don’t repair damaged paint work.
How is traditional dent repair done?
In comparison to PDR, traditional body repair is a complex and time consuming process.
Firstly, the damaged panel is stripped of all door handles, mouldings, trims, etc.
Then, the dent is pushed out roughly into shape and the paint is stripped from the panel.
Next, body filler is applied and sanded to the shape of the panel.
A primer paint coat is sprayed onto the filler, cured and then sanded down with a fine sand paper. In addition, to ensure that the paint colours match, the adjacent panel is sanded down for painting.
Finally, the car is masked and painted in a special oven and, when dry, it is taken out and the door handles, mouldings and trims are re-fitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advantages of PDR
Advantages of PDR?
- Less expensive than traditional car body repair
- The car retains its original factory paint finish.
- Car dents can be fixed in a fraction of the time traditional car body repair takes (usually between 30 minutes and 2 hours)
Advantages of PDR
Less expensive than traditional body repair- No repainting or body filler
- Dents can be fixed in a fraction of the time (usually between 30 minutes and 2 hours)
- Environmentally friendly (no spray painting)
- Vehicle retains its original factory finish
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