Dent repair services and 2026 pricing
Choose a repair type to compare methods, likely costs, and local conditions. These guides help you evaluate a repair estimate; they do not represent local shop locations.
Paintless Dent Repair
Restore the panel while preserving sound factory paint.
$100–$800
Per damaged panel; deep creases and restricted access can exceed this range.
Hail Damage Repair
Price the entire storm repair, panel by panel.
$1,000–$10,000
Whole-vehicle planning range; severe storms, glass, and replacement panels may exceed it.
Door Ding & Crease Repair
Separate a simple parking ding from a stretched crease.
$75–$700
Per ding or crease; paint repair is a separate scope.
Bumper Dent Repair
Identify the bumper material before choosing a repair.
$150–$1,500
Cover repair planning range; replacement, reinforcement, and calibration can add substantially.
Calculate a repair estimate
Dent repair cost calculator
Pick the size closest to the largest dent on the panel.
Location affects difficulty and tool access.
Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) only works if paint is intact.
Estimated cost
$150 to $400
Most likely around $275
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Which dent repair service should I choose?
Start with the damaged material, paint condition, and cause. Intact metal panels may qualify for PDR; hail needs a full dent map, while plastic bumpers require a different repair assessment.
Are these prices repair quotes?
No. They are educational 2026 planning ranges. A technician must inspect paint, access, material, and any hidden damage before providing a binding estimate.
Can I compare local prices?
Yes. Each service links to all 33 city guides, with scenarios scaled by local PDR and body/refinish labor rates. The main calculator also offers an optional local quote request after calculating.