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why choose PDR over the body shop

If you've ever had the unfortunate experience of denting your car, you know how frustrating it can be. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also be expensive to fix. Traditionally, the only option for repairing dents was to take your car to a body shop, which could be time-consuming and costly. However, there is another option: paintless dent repair (PDR).


What is Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)?


Paintless dent repair is a technique used to remove dents and dings from a vehicle without using traditional body shop methods such as sanding, filling, and painting. Instead, a skilled technician will use specialized tools to carefully massage the damaged area from the inside out, restoring the metal to its original shape. Because the original paint is not disturbed, the repair is virtually invisible and can be completed quickly and efficiently.

Why is PDR Better than the Body Shop?


  1. Cost-effective: PDR is generally less expensive than traditional body shop methods because it requires fewer materials and less labor. Body shops often charge by the hour, which can add up quickly. PDR, on the other hand, is typically a flat fee per dent, which can save you a significant amount of money.

2. Faster: Because PDR doesn't involve sanding, filling, and painting, it can be completed much more quickly than traditional body shop repairs. In fact, many PDR repairs can be completed in just a few hours, which means you'll be back on the road sooner.


3. Retains Original Paint: One of the biggest advantages of PDR is that it doesn't damage the original paint. This is important because your car's paint is designed to protect the metal underneath from rust and corrosion. When you take your car to a body shop, the damaged area is typically sanded down to the metal and repainted, which can compromise the integrity of the paint job. With PDR, the original paint remains intact, which means your car will retain its value and look great for years to come.


4. Eco-friendly: PDR is an eco-friendly option because it doesn't require the use of any chemicals or other harmful materials. Traditional body shop repairs often involve the use of paints, solvents, and other chemicals that can be harmful to the environment.


5. Convenience: PDR can often be completed on-site, which means you don't have to take your car to a body shop and leave it there for days. Instead, a PDR technician can come to you and complete the repair right in your driveway or parking lot.


In conclusion, if you have a dent or ding in your car, paintless dent repair is an excellent option to consider. Not only is it cost-effective, faster, and eco-friendly, but it also retains the original paint and can be completed on-site for your convenience. So, the next time you need a dent repaired, consider choosing PDR over traditional body shop methods.


By Matthew Parker 04 Oct, 2021
Harrod Paintless Dent Repair is excited to announce our new home base located in Albertville, Minnesota! Our address is: 11850 62nd St NE Suite 102, Albertville, MN 55301. Have no fear though! We are still a mobile operation that services the western suburbs and still offer the ability to come meet you and your vehicle at whatever location is easiest for you. Paintless dent repair is an affordable alternative to costly body shops, and with our new brick and mortar store we are able to accommodate a wide variety auto-restoration needs Harrod PDR wants to make the process of fixing a wide variety of dents, dings, and hail damage as easy as possible. We know how frustrating it is to have any damage to your vehicle and we especially know how frustrating it can be to get the damaged fixed. That is why, with our free quote process, all you have to do is text a photo to 763-221-0821 and we’ll get back to you ASAP ! Along with the quote, we will walk you through not only how we examined your vehicles damage but how we are going to fix it! Established in 2008, Harrod Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) has worked on thousands of vehicles. Every vehicle has a dent or ding or hail damage that is unique to itself. No two dents are the same! On our website, HarrodPaintlessDentRepair.com we have a photo gallery of “before and after” that gives you a look at the quality of work that we strive for on every vehicle. We aim to provide the best customer experience possible and have you car looking as good as new! Stop by for a chat or bring your vehicle by for a quote! We are excited to be a part of the Albertville community! Address: 11850 62nd St NE Suite 102, Albertville, MN 55301 Phone Number: 763-221-0821 Website: https://www.harrodpaintlessdentrepair.com
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Having door dings repaired in Maple Grove, Elk River and Anoka can be inconvenient. You have to drop your vehicle at a body shop or a Paintless Dent Removal Shop and then wait.
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Having hail damage repaired can be expensive and many vehicle owners who own one vehicle are forced to invest in rent-a-cars while theirs is repaired at a body shop. Harrods Paintless Dent Repair is a mobile PDR service in Maple Grove, Elk River and Anoka.
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Super easy and convenient door-step PDR service available in Maple Grove, Elk River and Anoka. We at Harrod Paintless Dent Repair offer Mobile PDR services.
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Harrod Paintless Dent Repair provides a cost effective, quick and highly effective repairs in Maple Grove, Elk River and Anoka. We repair door dings, creases, bumps, dents and hail damage.
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