How much does dent repair cost in Melbourne?
A straight answer on paintless dent removal pricing — what small dings cost, what hail damage costs, and what actually affects the price.
The honest answer: it depends on the dent. But here's a realistic range for paintless dent removal in northern Melbourne based on the jobs we do every week.
Typical pricing
- Small door ding or car-park dent: $150–$250
- Medium dent (up to a 50-cent coin): $250–$400
- Large dent or body-line crease: $400–$700
- Hail damage (full vehicle): $1,500–$6,000 depending on panel count
What affects the price
Four things determine the cost of a PDR job:
- Size — the bigger the dent, the longer it takes
- Depth — a shallow dish is much faster than a sharp crease
- Location — dents on body lines, edges, or in hard-to-access spots take skill and time
- Access — some panels need partial disassembly to reach the back
Compared to a panel shop
A typical panel beater quote for a single door dent runs $800–$1,500 once you factor in paint, materials, labour, and rental car time. PDR usually saves you 40–70% and keeps your factory paint.
For hail damage, the savings are even bigger — and because PDR is recognised by most Australian insurers, many claims are covered end-to-end.
Getting an exact quote
Send a few clear photos of the damage — one straight on, one at an angle showing depth, and one wide shot. We'll reply with an exact price, usually within a few hours.
