Paintless Dent Repair (PDR): A repair technique that removes dents from a vehicle panel without disturbing the paint. Works on small-to-medium dents where the paint is intact (no cracking or sharp creasing). Dramatically cheaper and faster than conventional refinishing when applicable.
Where Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) comes up in your repair
You’ll see “Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)” referenced in collision repair estimates, insurance supplement requests, repair documentation, and conversations with your body shop or insurance adjuster. Understanding what it means helps you know what you’re agreeing to and what the work actually involves.
Questions about Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)?
If you have a repair estimate, supplement, or invoice that references Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) and you want a plain-language explanation for your specific situation, send it to us or call (818) 788-8017. We have been writing and explaining collision repair estimates in Canoga Park since 1994.