Car Bumper Repair

Unfortunately, fender-benders and minor accidents are a part of car-ownership that drivers in St Louis and beyond will encounter. Most likely the damage to your rear bumper was beyond your control. If you’re wondering how to get a dent out of a car bumper or how to remove scratches from a car bumper, the answer’s easy — you can do it yourself! It’s possible to fix a car bumper if you follow the steps below.

Fix Your Car Bumper

Always consult our service center to make sure it’s worth your while to repair your bumper at home. A bumper replacement may be in order if the damage is bad enough. Car bumper repair costs can range from $50 for a few materials to do it yourself, or up to $1,500 if the damage affects lights, sensors, or cameras on newer models. If the damage is limited to dents, cracks, or paint scratches, you can probably fix your car bumper at home.

Car Dents

To fix car bumper dents, you’ll need:

• a heat gun or hairdryer
• a pry bar
• a jack
• jack stands
• safety glasses
• gloves.

Steps to fix car dents:

1. Safely elevate your car and remove the splash guard if necessary.
2. Warm the affected area with your heat gun. When warmed sufficiently, use the prybar to apply pressure to the dent from the inside out.
3. Apply pressure to the deepest part of the dent first, and work through its shape evenly until the dent is less apparent or completely gone.

Paint Scratches

To fix paint scratches you’ll need:

• buffing compound
• a drill
• a touch-up pen

Steps to fix paint scratches:

1. First, clean the area well.
2. Run your fingernail over the scratch to determine how deep the scratch is so you can buff it with your drill attachment accordingly.
3. If necessary, add a layer of clear coat. Let that dry.
4. Paint with your touch-up pen. Allow that to dry fully before hitting the road!

Cracks

Fiberglass cracks tend to be a bit more extensive and technical repair to make. They’re not well-suited to home repairs, so you might want to bring your vehicle to our service center near Jefferson County. If you feel prepared to address a fiberglass repair at home in St Charles via tutorials on fiberglass repair, this can be a straightforward fix with a fiberglass repair kit. Follow the safety instructions carefully!

Schedule Car Bumper Repair in St. Louis!

If you’re not a DIYer, you can schedule service at the Suntrup Kia South service center. Our factory-trained technicians will get the job done right. You can also learn more car-care tips and find service specials that will save you money.

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