Dentless paint repair
Fix the dent. Skip the paint booth.
Paintless dent repair, sometimes called dentless paint repair, removes hail dents by reshaping the metal from behind. Here's how it stacks up against a traditional body shop, and when each one makes sense.
- Factory finish preserved
- Faster turnaround
- Typically lower cost
- Honest advice if PDR isn't right
Free dent estimate
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Side by side
Paintless dent repair vs. body shop
| Paintless dent repair | Traditional body shop | |
|---|---|---|
| Original factory paint | Kept | Sanded & repainted |
| Typical turnaround | Same day to a few days | One to several weeks |
| Cost | Typically lower | Paint, filler & labor add up |
| Resale value | Protected | Repaint can lower value |
| Color match risk | None | Possible mismatch |
| Best for | Hail dents, dings, creases with intact paint | Cracked paint, torn metal, collision damage |
When PDR works
Is your damage a good fit for PDR?
Most hail damage is a great fit. PDR works best when:
- The paint isn't cracked, chipped, or flaking.
- The metal is stretched but not torn.
- Technicians can reach behind the panel, or use glue-pull methods where they can't.
If a few dents need conventional repair, we'll tell you upfront and price it honestly. Many hail jobs are a mix: PDR for almost everything, touch-up for a spot or two.
Straight from the neighbors
Drivers who got their paint back
"The storm tore up my roof and car. I figured dealing with insurance would be a nightmare. But Hail Bender took care of everything."
Sarah M.
Austin · Roof + vehicle
"Not gonna lie. My car looks better now than it did BEFORE the hail."
Jennifer M.
Georgetown · Paintless dent repair
"That hail storm hit our metal roof and both our cars HARD. They handled the whole mess and got us fixed up. Thanks, Hail Bender!"
Mike & Jennifer R.
Round Rock · Metal roof + 2 vehicles
FAQ
Dentless repair questions
Can you fix hail dents on my car without repainting? +
Usually, yes. Paintless dent repair massages dents out from behind the panel and keeps your factory paint. Very sharp dents or cracked paint may need conventional body work, and we'll tell you upfront if that's the case.
Is PDR cheaper than a body shop? +
Typically, yes. There's no paint, filler, or blending, so labor and materials drop. Exact pricing depends on the number, size, and location of the dents.
How long does paintless dent repair take? +
Light hail damage can often be done the same day or next day. Heavier storms with dozens of dents per panel can take a few days. We give you a time estimate with your quote.
Find out if PDR can save your paint.
Free estimates on hail dents, door dings, and creases. Straight answers, no pressure.