Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)

February 24, 2025

What is a PDR?

Paintless Dent Removal is the use of rods or glue pins to ease the metal back to its original state, without the need to affect the Manufacturers paintwork.

When would I need a PDR?

If you have a small dent, where the paintwork isn’t broken.

Common examples include:

  • When a car door has been opened onto your car.
  • Something has fallen onto your car.
  • After a hail storm.

Sometimes, if the paint has been broken a light touch is enough, and you do not need to paint the full Panel. (i.e a Bonnet)

How long does a PDR take?

It depends on where it is on the car, and how bad the panel is dented. Expect the process to take roughly 1-4 hours.

Where can I have the PDR completed?

We have our PDR technician at our unit every Friday (Except Bank Holiday and personal holidays). He can come to your home or work, but we can’t offer our discounted rate, due to travel and fuel expenses on top.

How much is a PDR?

The basic cost is around £140+VAT, which can increase depending on how bad the dent is, and if trims, lights, or doors need removing to gain access.

Examples of completed PDR’s

Contact Us

For a free no obligation quote please get in contact 01473 200 189

You can send photos to paul.geary@chipsaway.co.uk or you can now WhatsApp them to 07783452039.

01473 200 189

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