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Philadelphia Dent Repair

In a place as bustling as Philadelphia you’re bound to get a dent eventually. Paintless dent repair is definitely the best option for simple damage, but what if yours is a little different? How do you know if it’s going to be a fast fix or if your ding is doomed? You can start by learning about the different types of dents, where they come from, and how they’re fixed. Don’t worry, we’ve put it all into a comprehensive list for you to refer to. Here are 7 types of dents that you should consider PDR for first.

Types of Dents

  • Dings – Simple dings are extremely common and make up the bulk of what Philadelphia dent repair technicians work on. They are usually caused by an impact from a round object like a stone. Some are sharp, some are shallow, some are big, some are small, but they can all be removed with PDR.
  • Sharp Dents – When something really pokes the paint that’s when you get a sharp dent. Often, if the dent has pushed the metal too deep the metal could be too weak to repair or it could damage the paint, making it irreparable. However, that shouldn’t stop you from getting a free quote from one of our hundreds of technicians on file!
  • Monstrous Dents – Huge dents occur from collisions with large objects at decent speeds, but they can also be caused by animals or someone leaning on your car. Their large size usually results in an irregular shape that’s not very difficult to work with.
  • Creases – Creases are considered to be one of the more annoying dents due to their sharpness and elongated shape. They require the surface be dragged against a solid object like a tree branch, bicycle handlebar, or a wall. Less skilled technicians might decide to let this job pass.
  • Hail Damage – We like to put hail damage in its own category because it’s a whole different beast. While most of these dents may just be round dents, it’s very unlikely you will only be struck by one. Every dent can be removed, it just take a little time.
  • Multi Point Dents – Multi point dents are most common in minor or major collision. When your car is struck by another the metal bends in all sorts of places so there is no central point of impact. The complexity and size of these dents is dependent on the crash, but this usually isn’t a problem for PDR.
  • Edge Dents – Dents found on the edge of a panel or right on a seam can cause a bit of a snag. Since the metal is so taught it can make gaining access very difficult. Furthermore, the paint is easier to crack and the metal easier to tear. That doesn’t mean PDR can’t fix it, we just recommend asking around and don’t get your heart set on one place.

How To Find The Perfect Technician

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