PDR vs Traditional Bodyshop Repair

A comparison of pdr and conventional repair methods

Paintless Dent Removal (PDR) Traditional Bodyshop Repair

Keeps the original factory paint Involves filling, sanding and repainting

Helps preserve the vehicle value Non original paintwork may reduce appeal

Completed within hours Can take days to repaint

Repair can be carried out while you wait Vehicle will have to left for at least a day

Lower Cost Expensive

No paint, fewer chemicals, minimal waste Paint, materials, chemicals, creates waste

No colour mismatch Possible paint mismatch, overspray, texture

Can avoid affecting original paint finish Repaired area may not retain original finish

For suitable dents, PDR is typically faster, cleaner, lower cost and better for preserving the original finish and vehicle value.

Traditional repair may still be required where the paint is broken, the panel is badly stretched or the damage falls outside PDR limits.