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What is Paintless Dent Removal?
Paintless Dent Removal (PDR) is a sophisticated repair technique that removes minor car body damage without affecting your vehicle's original factory paintwork or requiring fillers, sanding, or respraying.
The Science Behind PDR
PDR relies on your vehicle's metal elasticity and memory—the natural property that allows metal panels to return to their original shape when carefully manipulated. Our certified technicians gently reshape the panel from behind, restoring the surface without cracking the original paint's molecular structure. This specialized technique was pioneered by Mercedes-Benz technicians in the 1960s to maintain vehicle integrity during manufacturing and has since become the gold standard for minor dent repair.
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How We Fix Dents: The PDR Process Explained
Our technicians use custom-designed metal rods and picks to apply precision pressure from behind the panel, monitoring the repair using specialized LED reflection boards to ensure a perfectly smooth, flawless finish. Unlike traditional methods that involve grinding, filling, and painting, PDR preserves your vehicle's original finish completely.
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Damage Assessment
We assess the dent's size, location, and paint condition to determine PDR eligibility.
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Precision Repair
Our certified technician carefully massages and coaxes the panel back to its original position using specialized tools, often completing the repair in 30 minutes to 2 hours.
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Quality Inspection
Final inspection using professional lighting systems to ensure the dent is completely removed. Payment only upon your complete satisfaction.
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What Qualifies for PDR
Types of Dents We Repair
Door Dings & Car Park Dents
The most common type of minor damage. Whether it's from a shopping trolley, careless car door, or tight parking space, we can remove small door dings quickly—often in under 1 hour.
Hail Damage Repair
Perth's occasional hailstorms can leave your vehicle covered in dozens or even hundreds of small dents. We specialize in insurance-approved Perth hail damage repair, working efficiently to restore your vehicle's appearance completely. We handle the paperwork and work directly with your insurance company.
Sharp Creases vs. Simple Dings
We successfully repair both simple door dings (low difficulty, quick removal) and complex creases (high difficulty), which often require thermal treatment and advanced manipulation techniques. Sharp creases where the metal is folded may have limitations depending on severity.
Vertical Door Edge Dents
These occur when doors are opened into walls, poles, or other obstacles. When the paint is intact, we can carefully work these dents from the inside using specialized slim-line tools.
Why Choose Panel Beaters Perth for Your Dent Removal?
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PDR Specialists First
Unlike general panel beaters who primarily focus on major collision repairs, we specialize in paintless dent removal as our core service. Our technicians are certified PDR specialists with extensive training in the latest techniques and tools.
Mobile Convenience
We come to you—at home, at work, or anywhere in Perth. No need to waste time dropping your car at a workshop and arranging alternative transport.
Affordable & Transparent Pricing
Most repairs cost less than your insurance excess, with upfront quotes and no hidden fees. We provide honest assessments—if your dent isn't suitable for PDR, we'll tell you before starting work.
Factory Finish Preservation
100% Paint Preservation Guaranteed: We maintain your vehicle's original factory finish completely, protecting your resale value and ensuring no color-matching issues.
Fast Turnaround
Most jobs completed the same day, often while you wait. Minor dents fixed in under 1 hour means minimal disruption to your schedule.
Comprehensive Backup Services
If your damage is too severe for PDR, we offer full panel and paint repair, bumper restoration, and comprehensive smash repair services for major collision damage.
Certified Technicians
All PDR work is performed by our Certified PDR Technicians with 15+ years of combined experience in the industry. We invest in ongoing training to stay current with the latest vehicle materials and repair techniques.
Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
Every PDR repair is backed by our lifetime guarantee. We're confident in our work and stand behind every repair permanently.
We Come to You
Our Mobile Dent Repair Service
Experience Perth's most convenient dent removal service. Our certified technicians bring professional paintless dent removal directly to your home, workplace, or anywhere in the Perth metro area. Most minor dents are repaired in under 2 hours while you wait, with no need to leave your vehicle at a workshop for days.
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Take 3 photos of your dent
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Submit online or text
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Receive your estimate within 30 minutes
PDR repairs starting from $150
Keep Your Insurance Excess: Most Dents Fixed For Under Your Deductible
Why file an insurance claim and risk increased premiums when most PDR repairs cost significantly less than your standard insurance excess? Our repairs typically range from $150-$450 for minor dents, helping you save your no-claims bonus and avoid the hassle of insurance paperwork.
Benefits of Choosing PDR Over Traditional Repair:
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Faster turnaround time
Often completed in hours, not days or weeks
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More affordable
Significantly cheaper than traditional panel and paint shops
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Preserves factory finish
Maintains your vehicle's original paintwork completely intact
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Protects resale value
No respray means no depreciation from non-original paint
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No color matching issues
Your original paint remains untouched
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Don't let minor dents damage your vehicle's appearance and value. Our certified PDR technicians can restore your car to perfect condition—often in under 2 hours and for less than your insurance excess.
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Upload 3 photos of your dent and receive a professional estimate within 30 minutes. Our online quote system is fast, accurate, and obligation-free.
Is Your Dent Suitable for PDR?
Paintless Dent Removal
What We CAN Fix with PDR
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Door dings and car park dents
From shopping trolleys, adjacent car doors
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Minor hail damage
Multiple small dents across panels
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Small to medium dents
From 5-cent coin size up to dinner-plate size
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Minor creases
Low to medium difficulty, may require thermal treatment
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Body line dents
When paint is intact and metal isn't overstretched
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Bonnet, roof, and door panel dents
Boot lid and quarter panel damage
What We CANNOT Fix with PDR
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Dents with cracked, chipped, or scratched paint
Requires traditional repair
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Deep scratches through the clear coat
Needs panel and paint work
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Severely stretched or creased metal
Too much structural damage
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Damage on or near sharp body lines
Limited access for tools
- Rust or corrosion around the damaged area
- Very old dents where paint has begun to separate
The #1 Rule
PDR is only successful when your original factory finish is 100% intact. If your paint is damaged, we offer comprehensive traditional panel and paint repair solutions to restore your vehicle.
Expert Repair for Modern Vehicle Materials
Specialized Repairs for Aluminum & High-Strength Steel (HSS) Panels
Modern vehicles increasingly use advanced materials like aluminum and High-Strength Steel (HSS) for improved safety and fuel efficiency. These materials require specialized training, tools, and techniques for successful PDR.
Our Certified Technicians
Extensive experience repairing dents on:
Aluminum panels
Common on Audi, Tesla, Jaguar, Range Rover, and Ford F-150
High-Strength Steel (HSS)
Used in newer vehicle safety structures
Luxury and European vehicles
Requiring premium care
Classic car restorations
Where original paint preservation is critical
Special Requirements
These advanced materials behave differently than traditional steel and require:
Adjusted Pressure
Different force requirementsSpecialized Heating
Temperature-controlled techniquesExpert Knowledge
To avoid panel damageOur Lifetime PDR Guarantee
We stand behind every paintless dent removal with our Lifetime Workmanship Warranty. Once our certified technician returns the metal to its original position, it maintains its shape permanently—the dent will never pop back out.
Complete Dent Removal
To factory specifications
No Paint Damage
From our repair process
Permanent Results
Dents do not return
Professional Workmanship
On all PDR services
This warranty demonstrates our confidence in the quality and permanence of professional PDR when performed correctly by certified technicians.
Service Areas: We Cover All Perth Metro Regions
Our mobile dent removal service operates throughout the Perth metropolitan area and surrounding suburbs
North of the River
Joondalup, Balcatta, Osborne Park, Inglewood, Morley, Dianella, Bedford, Mount Lawley, Scarborough, Hillarys, Wanneroo
Perth City & Eastern Suburbs
Perth CBD, East Perth, Burswood, Victoria Park, Belmont, Ascot, Bassendean, Midland, Forrestfield
Southern Suburbs
Fremantle, Cockburn, Bibra Lake, Success, Hammond Park, Canning Vale, Willetton, Bull Creek, Applecross, Melville, Booragoon
Cannot find your suburb? Call us—we service the entire Perth metro area and can arrange convenient mobile repairs at your location.
What You Need for a Mobile PDR Repair
For the best results during your mobile repair appointment, we require:
Covered or Shaded Area
Garage, carport, or covered parking bay preferred
RequiredPower Outlet Access
Standard power outlet for our specialized LED lighting systems
RequiredTime Required
Approximately 1-3 hours depending on damage severity
VariableWhy This Matters
The covered area and professional lighting are essential for achieving a perfectly smooth, flawless finish and ensuring we can see even the smallest imperfections during the repair process.
Related Services
Traditional Panel and Paint Repair
For damage too severe for PDR—including scratches, cracked paint, or deeply stretched metal—we offer comprehensive traditional panel beating and paint services. Our workshop uses premium paint systems and color-matching technology to restore your vehicle to factory specifications.
Bumper Repairs and Restoration
Plastic bumper dents, cracks, and scuffs require different techniques than metal panel PDR. We specialize in bumper plastic welding, reshaping, and refinishing to restore your bumper's appearance.
End of Lease Vehicle Repair
Preparing for your lease return? Minor dents and dings can result in costly end-of-lease penalties. Our affordable PDR service helps you return your vehicle in perfect condition, avoiding excessive charges from leasing companies.
Hail Damage Specialists
Perth's hailstorms can strike without warning. We work directly with all major insurance companies, handling the claim paperwork while efficiently removing dozens or hundreds of hail dents to restore your vehicle completely.
Fleet Vehicle Dent Removal
We offer specialized commercial services for fleet managers, rental companies, and businesses with multiple vehicles. Our mobile service minimizes vehicle downtime, and we provide volume discounts for fleet repairs.
Brands & Insurers We Work With
We’re proud to partner with trusted brands, dealerships, and insurance companies across Perth and Australia.
Our long-term collaborations ensure every auto body and paint repair meets the highest standards of safety and craftsmanship.
Some of the brands and insurers we frequently work with include:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dent Removal
Most minor dents are completed in 1-2 hours. Simple door dings can be fixed in as little as 30 minutes, while complex creases or multiple dents may require 3-4 hours. We'll provide an accurate time estimate with your quote.
No. Once the metal is returned to its original position by a certified technician using proper PDR techniques, it maintains its shape permanently. Our lifetime warranty covers this guarantee.
Often, yes. Most minor PDR jobs cost between $150-$450, which is significantly cheaper than the typical insurance excess of $500-$1000. This protects your no-claims bonus and avoids potential premium increases.
Generally, dents from the size of a 5-cent coin up to a dinner plate can be repaired with PDR, as long as the paint is intact and the metal isn't severely stretched or creased.
No. PDR is only successful when the original factory finish is 100% intact. If your paint is cracked, chipped, or scratched, we offer traditional panel and paint solutions to fully restore the damaged area.
No. We only use professional PDR tools, including specialized metal rods, picks, glue pulling systems, and LED reflection boards. We never use suction cups, dry ice, or other DIY methods, as these can permanently damage your panel or cause paint cracking.
It depends on the severity. We successfully repair many creases, but sharp creases where the metal is folded may have limitations. Send us photos for a professional assessment—we'll tell you honestly if PDR is suitable or if traditional repair is needed.
Costs vary based on dent size, location, and quantity:
- Single small door ding:$150-$250
- Medium dent: $250-$350
- Large dent or multiple dents: $350-$600+
- Hail damage: Assessed per panel (usually insurance claim)
We provide transparent, upfront quotes with no hidden fees.
If we assess your dent and determine PDR isn't suitable (due to paint damage, location, or severity), we offer full traditional panel and paint repair services as an alternative. We'll always be honest about what's achievable before starting work.
Yes. PDR is often the preferred method for classic car restoration because it preserves the original factory paint, which is critical for maintaining the vehicle's value and authenticity. We have extensive experience with vintage and collector vehicles.
Absolutely. Mobile PDR uses the same professional tools and techniques as workshop repairs. The covered area and professional lighting we require ensure we achieve the same perfect results as a fixed location. Many customers prefer mobile service for the added convenience.
Yes. We specialize in repairing aluminum panels found on modern Audi, Tesla, Jaguar, Range Rover, and Ford vehicles. Aluminum requires specialized training and techniques, which our certified technicians possess.
Simply ensure your vehicle is reasonably clean (so we can see the damage clearly) and park it in the designated covered area. We bring all necessary equipment, tools, and lighting systems to your location.