Exeter's mobile dent removal service

starting from £45.00 + vat

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About James

PDR Technician, Exeter UK

James' experience with the motor trade, in particular Car Body Repair and refinishing, spans 3 decades. He qualified as an Engineer in the late 90's yet Dents have long been his 'pet-hate' on cars, bordering on the obsessive! Since starting on the long path to becoming a proficient PDR Technician he has devoted countless hours over the years and invested thousands of pounds in bespoke, imported, professional tools.

James Watkins offers a mobile dent removal service in and around Exeter to the motor trade and private customers. He strives to offer realistic prices, quality repairs along with excellent service.

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What's PDR?

Painless Dent Removal

Paintless Dent Removal, or Paintless Dent Repair, is a skill-based process where dents and dings are pushed, or massaged out of the metal from behind using specialist tools. Where access is limited, the dent may instead be pulled out using specialist, temporary adhesives. The dent itself is 'read' using a reflection created by a specialist light or board.

It is 'paintless' in that no filler, paint or other finish is used. Your vehicle's original finish is therefore maintained!

Questions?

FAQ

What types of dent can be repaired using PDR?

Approximately 95% of dents can be repaired using this process. As long as the paint is undamaged, the metal likely can be returned to it's original position. Modern paints are highly tough and flexible, meaning that they are unaffected by the process of returning the metal to its original shape. With certain dents (for example where access to the rear of the panel is limited) it may be possible to greatly improve the damage but perhaps not quite to a 100% finish. However, you will be advised if this would be the case.

What types of dent cannot be repaired using PDR?

Dents where the paint is damaged can be greatly improved but naturally any defects to the paint finish would still remain. Highly creased dents, dents which are too deep or ones where the metal has been stretched beyond its elastic point may not be possible, or at least not to a high standard. You will be advised if this is the case. Quotations are free, and with no-obligation.

What are the benefits of PDR?

Firstly, cost! Repairs start at £45+VAT and heavy discounts are given for multiple dents. As bodywork normally costs approx £200-300+ per panel by a quality bodyshop, most PDR dent repairs work out to be a quarter of the cost (or much less) via the 'painted' route.

Secondly, all paint colour-match issues are eliminated. This is always a challenge for a bodyshop as the Vehicle's Paint Code will not guarantee a perfect match on the repair. A great deal of skill is required by the sprayer in tinting the paint to match.

Thirdly, this is usually a while-you-wait service. Most repairs take under an hour. Some as little as 5-10minutes.
No dropping off and collection of your vehicle. No need to be without your car for several days, as is usually the case when being repainted.

Finally, your cars paint finish is untouched, maintaining originality and potentially resale value.
Even if repainting is required, the benefits of PDR are that it complements this very well, drastically reducing the amount of filler, sanding, labour time needed by the bodyshop. This is known as 'push to paint' in the trade.

Can plastic bumpers and aluminium body panels also be repaired using this process?

Yes, they usually can.

How long will it take?

Most repairs take under an hour. Some as little as 5-10 minutes.

How much does it cost?

Prices start at £45+VAT for small dents. Larger dents or ones with poor access are often still under £100 (inclusive). I am happy to provide you with an estimate on viewing the dent. Send me a picture using the web form below for an estimate on the likely cost.

Do you do Alloy wheels repairs / paint spraying / 'smart' repairs?

No, though I am happy to recommend experts.