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November 25, 2022

Why Scratch & Dent Auto for Minor Damage Repair?

November 25, 2022

Silver Spring Scratch and Dent Repair

When searching for dent or scratch repair online you may see do it yourself instructional websites and videos. These websites and videos make it seem like it’s easy to just “pop the dent out” or that you can simply use a marker to cover up a scratch. Even though Scratch & Dent Automotive’s prices are lower than you will pay at a body shop, you may still think you can further save money by just doing the job yourself. However, without the proper equipment and experience, owners often make the problem worse, further reducing the resale value of your vehicle.

Dents and scratches happen quickly and without warning. You may not even be sure how they occured. You walk out of the grocery store and there’s a ding in your van’s back hatch, most likely from a shopping cart. You park on the side of the road and return to a scrape down the side of your SUV, possibly it’s from someone’s bike handle. You go to the mall and come out to a dent in your car door, where someone probably opened their car door into it.

Now you need a repair.

Sure, no problem, it looks like you could just order a scratch repair marker or some cheap “dent removal tools” from that website you found. They make it look so easy, and all it would cost you is some time. Right?

Wrong!

Please don’t do that.

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Do It Yourself

The number one reason that you shouldn’t do it yourself, is that it will be harder for us to fix the damage you cause, and therefore it will cost more.

We provide access to fast, high quality, affordable repairs, so that the job is done right the first time. DIY tutorials and videos are great for cleaning your vehicle, replacing a fuse, and many other automotive needs, but sometimes you can save time and money by hiring a professional before you make the damage worse.

Scratch & Dent Automotive has been repairing minor dings, dents, and scratches since 2006. We have the right tools and the skill level required to use them safely and efficiently.