Scratch & Dent Motors repairs dents of every size at our College Park, GA shop, from small door dings to deep creases and pushed-in panels. When the paint is intact we can often use paintless dent repair; when it is not, we straighten the metal, fill and shape the panel, and refinish it to match the rest of the car.
Two ways to fix a dent
The right repair depends on the dent, not on a price list. After we look at the damage, we will tell you which method fits.
Paintless dent repair
If the paint is not cracked and we can reach the back of the panel, the dent can often be worked out from behind without sanding or repainting. That keeps your factory finish. Learn more about paintless dent repair.
Conventional dent repair
Sharp creases, stretched metal, dents on a body line, and dents where the paint is chipped or cracked need traditional bodywork. We pull the metal back as close to its original shape as possible, apply a thin layer of filler only where it is needed, sand it smooth, then prime, paint and clear coat the area so it blends with the surrounding panel.
Common dents we repair
- Parking lot door dings and shopping cart hits
- Creases along doors and quarter panels from sideswipes
- Dented fenders and hoods from low-speed bumps
- Tailgate and bed dents on pickups
- Hail dents on roofs, hoods and trunk lids
Why a small dent is worth fixing
A dent that cracks the paint lets moisture reach bare metal, and that is how rust starts. Fixing it early keeps a small repair small. It also helps when you sell or trade the vehicle, since dents are one of the first things an appraiser marks down.
If the dent came with scratches, we handle both in the same visit. See our scratch repair service.
Questions about dent repair
How do I know if my dent needs paint?
If the paint over the dent is cracked, chipped or flaking, the panel will need refinishing. If the paint is smooth and unbroken, paintless repair may be possible. We will confirm when we see it.
Can you fix a dent on a body line?
Yes. Body line dents are harder to make invisible and usually need conventional repair and refinishing, but we repair them regularly.
Will the repaired area match the rest of my car?
We color-match and blend the paint into the surrounding panel so the repair is not noticeable, and every paint job comes with our satisfaction guarantee.
Where we do dent repair
All work is done at our shop at 502 85th Cir, College Park, GA 30349. Drivers bring their vehicles to us from Forest Park, Hapeville, Riverdale, College Park, Morrow, East Point, Jonesboro, Union City, Fairburn, Southwest Atlanta, South Fulton and Palmetto.