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What is PDR Meaning?

Paintless Dent Repair, also called PDR, is the process of removing small dents, door dings or hail
damage dents from the metal panels of a vehicle. This is done with special PDR tools like metal rods and hammers, that are used to gently push out the damage from the inside and outside of the panel.
PDR, also known as Paintless Dent Repair or Paintless Dent Removal, is the method used to repair hail damage, door dings, body creases, and minor dents on a vehicle. As its name suggests, PDR does not involve any paint or fillers. Compared to standard dent repair, paintless dent repair restores a vehicle to like-new condition in a way that is faster, less expensive, and even more environmentally friendly then regular car painting.
Another PDR meaning is Paint-Free Dent Repair. Which is almost the same as paintless dent repair or removal. The point is the paint job is done without any painting or repainting job to your vehicle, and very important will keep the resale value of your car or truck and the quality of the original factory paint. No matter how good the second paint job is done it will automatically will effect the integrity or your vehicle.

How does PDR work?

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.
The next coming steps is to be able to access to the back side of the dent whether it’s frame or the fender like area. The other parts of the car, like headlamps, most likely will have to be temporarily removed to access all parts of the vehicle panels. When technician can get clear pathway to the dent, we can start the PDR process safely that will prevent damage to the other parts of the car.
KNB Service technician will push the dent outward while trying to restore the exterior to its original factory paint condition. PDR is not a easy task if not properly asses it is a carefully honed craft for high end skilled paint professionals. Simply because the task is the required proper training, if not the performed properly could push with grater force that will cause even bigger issue and the dent can be pushed or bulged outward from the original dent.

KNB car repair service includes:

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

  • Maintenance Services
    For those vital maintenance’s on parts known to have a limited service life, we can get you in and out quickly and conveniently including oil and filter change, tire rotation and brake inspection, battery test and replacement, Multi-Point inspection, cabin filters, and wiper blade replacement.
  • Insurance Claim Assistance
    KNB works with all major insurance companies and we are a preferred shop for several of the major insurers. Your insurance claim is processed quickly and efficiently, so your vehicle can be completed sooner. Drive or tow your vehicle to our facility at 401 W North Ave, Northlake, IL to get your estimate on repairs. We will give you a complete, professional estimate and get a time scheduled to begin working on repairs.We understand the inconvenience of not having a vehicle while yours is being repaired. We can arrange your rental car so you are not without transportation.

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

Car body shop services:

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

  1. Hail Damage Repair Services
    We often utilize this technique when repairing outer panel strikes or indentations that have not stripped paint from the vehicle. When hail damage has not compromised the exterior panels finish, this repair technique can effectively remove surface imperfections without having to repaint your vehicle.
  2. Car Bumper Repair Services
    We often utilize this technique when repairing outer panel strikes or indentations that have not stripped paint from the vehicle. When hail damage has not compromised the exterior panels finish, this repair technique can effectively remove surface imperfections without having to repaint your vehicle.

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

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Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

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Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.
Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.

Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.

Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job. Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.

Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.Professional and Highly-skilled technicians will use special tools. For instance body picks or/and metal rods that will push the dents out from the inside of the vehicle.

Usually KNBService PDR trained technician does assess the damage as the first thing before using any tools. The purpose is to find and estimate how big is the dent and how it can be improved, to see whether the PDR approach will work for the job.

PDR Paintless Dent Repair

PDR stands for Paintless Dent Repair, which is a method of repairing small dents and dings on a car or truck without the need for repainting or body filler. PDR is typically performed by skilled technicians who use specialized tools to gently massage the dented area from the inside out, restoring the surface to its original condition. Here are a few examples of situations where PDR might be used:

  1. Hail damage: If a car or truck is caught in a hailstorm, it can sustain numerous small dents on the body surface. PDR can be used to remove these dents, restoring the original appearance of the vehicle.
  2. Minor collisions: If a car or truck is involved in a minor collision, it may sustain dents on the body surface. PDR can be used to remove these dents, eliminating the need for costly body repairs.
  3. Door dings: If a car or truck is parked in a public space, it is not uncommon for it to sustain door dings from other vehicles. PDR can be used to remove these small dents, restoring the appearance of the vehicle.
  4. Shopping cart dents: If a car or truck is parked in a shopping center parking lot, it may be subject to dents from shopping carts. PDR can be used to remove these small dents, restoring the appearance of the vehicle.

PDR is a method of repairing small dents and dings on a car or truck without the need for repainting or body filler. It is typically used in situations where the damage is minor, such as hail damage, minor collisions, door dings, and shopping cart dents. PDR can save vehicle owners time and money by providing a quick, cost-effective way to repair minor damage and restore the appearance of the vehicle.