Dent Repair
The Region's #1 Paintless Dent Repair
Bringing you quality professional dent repair right here in SE Iowa, Western Illinois, and Northwest Missouri!
We invested in hands-on training with the top dent repair specialists in the nation to offer our customers professional, quality dent repair to cars, trucks, bikes and more!
Our approach is different than most body shops. We treat your car with the same care we would our own providing top notch service with the least invasive methods available, saving the factory finish and getting you back on the road 4 times faster than conventional body shops. We work with all insurance and will even work directly with the adjuster, saving you time and hassle.
Traditional vs. Paintless Dent Repair
Traditional dent repair involves sanding, filling, and repainting. It’s a lengthy process that can be more expensive than PDR. On the other hand, PDR maintains the original paint and involves manipulating the dented metal back to its original shape. It’s quicker and often more affordable (saving can be up to 70% over conventional repairs). However, if the paint is scratched or if the dent is on a previously repaired area, PDR might not be suitable.
In the realm of automotive repair, the evolution of techniques has always been driven by the need for faster, more efficient, and less invasive methods. One such innovation that stands out is Paintless Dent Repair (PDR). Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) is, despite its age, still somewhat a revolutionary and mysterious technique, offering a quick, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly solution to minor dents and dings
- Hail Damage
- Large Dent Removal
- Small Dents and Creases
- Plastic Bumper Repair
- Scratch Repair
- Paintless Dent Repair
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Hail Damage
Hailstorms can wreak havoc on vehicles, leaving them covered in dents and dings. Quarter-sized hail will cause mostly just cosmetic damage, bigger hailstones fall at faster speeds, are heavier, and can cause larger damage. PDR is an excellent solution for repairing hail damage without compromising the original paint job. This method is preferred by insurance companies as it is faster and less expensive than traditional repair methods. Did you know? Hail damage is largely a “no fault” claim, which basically falls under an “Act of God” causes. It’s not your fault that your car got damaged and you should not be penalized in terms of insurance premium increase. Hail damage can be tricky. While it might look like minor cosmetic damage, the costs can rack up quickly. It’s essential to work with your insurance company and choose a reputable PDR service. Remember, you have the right to select the repair company of your choice, regardless of your insurance company’s “preferred vendor” list.
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Large Dent Removal
Dents happen in all shapes and sizes. This type of repair is "The use of a series of different sized and length metal rods with varying degrees of bends and tip shapes to access the inside/back side of the body panels and applying pressure on the back side of the dented area and pushing the dent out. We also use glue pulling as a method of our repairs depending on the type of damage we are working with. Glue pulling is a volatile and critical approach towards fixing dents. As the name implies, plastic tabs are glues to the outer surface of you vehicles damaged area and by connecting a pulling tool to the tabs and applying pulling pressure the dents are removed without damage to your paint. This technique does require the vehicle has its original factory paint.
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Small Dents and Creases
Whether it’s from a minor collision or an object pressing against the car, creases can be unsightly. PDR can smooth out these creases, making them virtually invisible. Body lines are the contours and designs that give a vehicle its unique shape. When these lines get dented, it can be challenging to restore them to their original form. However, with the precision and expertise of PDR technicians, body line damage can be effectively repaired, preserving the vehicle’s aesthetic appeal.
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Plastic Bumper Repairs
Bumper damage is one of the most common things to happen to your vehicle. Bumpers are not only important for your car's structure but it also plays a big part in your safety! Therefore if you sustain even minor damage, it is very important that you have it looked at by a professional. Our trained mechanics at Xpert Automotive & Sales will analyze the damage and then perform the necessary steps to restore your vehicle efficiently and affordably. Whether you just need a simple repair or a full replacement, you can trust our team to get the job done for you!
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Scratch Repair
Scratch Repair is a surface finishing process to shine metal. It levels out the residues or excess products to provide a smooth surface and look. The buffing process usually uses a cloth wheel impregnated with loose abrasives as cutting compounds. We use multiple buffing pads and compounds which removes the superficial material and imperfections to create a glossy uniform surface.
Why Choose PDR?
Cost-Effective: Since there’s no need for expensive paint materials or labor-intensive processes, PDR often costs significantly less than traditional repair methods.
Time-Saving: Most PDR repairs can be completed in a matter of hours, as opposed to days or even weeks with traditional methods.
Environmentally Friendly: Without the need for paint, solvents, or fillers, PDR is a green alternative, reducing the environmental impact.
Maintains Vehicle Value and warranty: Since the original paint remains intact, the vehicle retains its value better than if it were repainted. Also, some car brands provide warranty for the paint. With traditional repairs, the paint warranty is usually voided and there is nothing you can do. With PDR, you don’t have to worry about voiding the warranty since repainting is not necessary. On top of that, you avoid other paint job troubles like mismatched colors.
- Free Rental Car
- Lifetime Warranty
- Top Quality Craftmanship
- 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
- 10 Years Experience
Keep Your Factory Finish and Choose Paintless Dent Repair!
Paintless Dent Repair FAQ
Yes. Compared to traditional methods, paintless dent repair is the fastest, most efficient and approved method when it comes to removing door dings and large dents without repainting.
Yes, but only when paintless dent removal is performed by a highly experienced PDR technician. The results are second to none compared to any other repair methods. Your factory or custom finish stays original.
PDR utilizes surgically fabricated tools designed to gain access behind the damaged panel. Nothing devalues a vehicle’s worth more than repainting a factory finish. If panels are also replaced, often with non-OEM panels, further devaluation occurs. Paintless Dent Removal returns immediate value to your vehicle, restores its original pre-damaged value, and provides the closest repair possible to the damage never occurring in the first place.Of course, you’ll have to be cautious about who you choose to perform your PDR repair.
Not everyone who offers PDR is good at PDR. PDR is like good or bad plastic surgery. Do your research and be cautious who you appoint to work on your vehicle.
We offer a full satisfaction guarantee or no charge applied.
Yes. From a minor door ding, hail damage and to extreme large dents, paintless dent removal is a proven and preferred repair method by nearly all insurance companies. The process you choose to repair your damaged automobile can significantly impact its value. Nothing reduces the value of a vehicle more than repainting the factory finish or replacing original manufactures matching parts.
PDR is the best and first option you should consider before seeing an auto body shop. We are a paintless dent removal specialist.
We offer a written lifetime warranty with a 100% satisfaction guarantee or no charge is applied.
Did you know that all of the your vehicle’s exterior parts have matching VIN numbers?
When you choose PDR you are choosing to maintain the original parts and paint on your vehicle. You only have one factory finish and it’s extremely hard to match the color and texture of your primary paint. Factory paint is usually applied and baked at high temperatures before any rubber, plastic, or cloth parts are installed.
Once these parts are installed a repainted vehicle will never be able to be cured the same way a factory finish is — resulting in an inferior finish. Even with the best body shops in the world, paintless dent removal remains undisputed.
With PDR, your factory or custom finish stays original without jeopardizing mis match color, over spray or uneven texture. This can be a dead give away when you want to resale your vehicle.
Once your vehicle goes through the claim process and is repaired at a body shop, your vehicle is reported to CarFax. It’s a detailed history report about your vehicle.
A smart buyer who looks at your vehicle history report may suspect your vehicle has been in an accident. This can jeopardize the sale of your vehicle and reduce the resale value significantly.
Choosing our non-invasive paintless dent removal technique, your vehicle maintains its factory finish without the cause and effect of being reported to a Carfax history report.
In other words, no evidence is shown on either paper work or your vehicle’s finish.
Paintless dent removal is a delicate process and demands the best experience at all times. We offer true practical knowledge and takes tremendous pride in our work. We have established a strong reputation for being the best at what we do. We don’t cut corners when it comes to the integrity of your vehicle and more importantly the quality of your repair. Our service is fast, affordable and done right, on-site with a lifetime warranty and satisfaction guarantee.