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FAQ
Why Choose Auto Detailing?
What is Paint Correction?
What are S.M.A.R.T repairs?
What is the difference compared to a conventional bodyshop repair ?
Is there anything you need to carry out the repair ?
How long will it take ?
Do the colours match properly ?
Do I have to visit you ?
Is my vehicle insured whilst you work on it ?
How soon after the repair can I drive the vehicle ?
What is Paintless Dent Removal (PDR)?
How long does the process take?
What size of dent can be repaired by PDR?
Why Choose Auto Detailing?
We are a small professionally run family business who take pride and satisfaction in restoring a vehicle to showroom condition. Geoff the owner has over 25 years experience and Companies he has worked alongside include BMW Park Lane, Hadley Greens Jaguar and Bentley, Coopers BMW.
What is Paint Correction?
Paint correction is the removal of paint defects and it is a technique of using the correct products and pad combination. To carry this out properly requires being able to judge the existing condition of the paintwork and forsee any likely issues before starting the work. This not only requires the use of paint depth gauges, but also years of experience and understanding of the many different paint systems used on cars.
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What are S.M.A.R.T repairs?
S.M.A.R.T repairs (Small to Medium Area Repair Techniques) are specialist techniques used to repair -
- Bumper Scuffs
- Plastic Trim Scuffs
- Small Dents
- Stone Chips
- Minor Scratches
- Windscreen Chips
- Alloy Wheel Refurbishment
- Upholstery Damage - cigarette burns etc.
- Dashboard Damage - mobile phone holes etc.
- Leather/Vinyl Damage
What is the difference compared to a conventional bodyshop repair ?
We travel to you, either at home or work to complete the repairs. Only the damaged area is repaired instead of the conventional method of spraying the whole panel, completing repairs at a fraction of the cost and time of bodyshop repairs.
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Is there anything you need to carry out the repair ?
All we need to carry out the majority of repairs is access into the vehicle (to either locate the relevant paint code information or for dent access) and an electrical power point to plug into. Please also ensure the vehicle is clean before any smart repairs are commenced.
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How long will it take ?
Repairs can be completed within a couple of hours whilst you wait (Subject to booking if necessary).
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Do the colours match properly ?
Custom matched paint is mixed to the paintcode of your vehicle using the Dupont Colour Matching System.
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Do I have to visit you ?
No, we are fully mobile and can visit you wherever you live or work.
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Is my vehicle insured whilst you work on it ?
We are comprehensively insured to work on your vehicle.
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How soon after the repair can I drive the vehicle ?
The vehicle may be driven straight after the repair is completed, irrespective of weather conditions, although couple of days should be allowed before washing or polishing the vehicle for the repair to fully cure.
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What is Paintless Dent Removal (PDR)?
PDR is a highly skilled process which removes dents and dings from vehicle bodywork without the costly and time consuming need for traditional bodyshop repairs. The dent is accessed from the back of the damaged area and gently 'massaged' back out using specially designed tools.
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How long does the process take?
For PDR it takes anywhere from 15 minutes to about one hour.
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What size of dent can be repaired by PDR?
PDR is most suitable for car park dings and dents, the size of a golf ball, providing the paint has not been broken. It is not suitable for collision nor sharp dents, or dents where the paint has been damaged.
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