How Paintless Dent Repair Can Fix Hail Damage in Orlando

Florida is known for intense weather, and hail can do surprising damage to a vehicle in a short amount of time. Even a brief storm can leave dozens of dents across a vehicle’s hood, roof, trunk and body panels. For many drivers, paintless dent repair offers an effective way to restore hail damage without the need for traditional body filler or repainting. Orlando Certified Collision provides PDR and hail dent repair in Orlando. Here’s what you need to know about this type of auto body fix.

What Is Paintless Dent Repair?

Paintless dent repair, commonly called PDR, is a specialized process used to remove dents while preserving the factory paint finish. Our specially trained technicians use precision tools to carefully reshape the metal from behind or around the damaged area. Because the original paint remains intact, PDR can be less invasive than conventional auto body repair when the damage is suitable for the process.

Why PDR Works Well for Hail Dents

Hail damage often creates shallow dents without cracking or otherwise damaging the paint. These conditions can make many hail dents strong candidates for paintless repair. Instead of sanding and repainting multiple panels, technicians can address individual dents one by one. This helps preserve the vehicle’s original finish and can make the repair process more efficient.

When Hail Damage Needs Traditional Repair

Not every hail dent can be repaired with PDR. Deep dents, stretched metal, sharp creases or cracked paint may require conventional body repair and refinishing. A professional inspection helps determine which dents can be repaired with PDR and which areas need additional body work.

What Happens During a Hail Damage Inspection?

When you visit us after hail damage, a member of our team will carefully examine the vehicle under specialized lighting so we can identify dents that may be difficult to see under normal conditions. The size, depth, location and condition of each damaged panel are considered before a repair plan is recommended.

Schedule Hail Dent Repair in Orlando

If a Central Florida hail storm has damaged your car, truck or SUV, Orlando Certified Collision can determine whether PDR is the right solution. Call 407-668-0505 to request a free estimate for the cost of auto hail damage repair in Orlando. We’d be happy to answer any questions about PDR or schedule you an appointment.