The bumper of your car is there to protect you and your passengers in the event of a collision. You may walk away from a collision with a bumper that is still intact—but that doesn’t mean it is safe.
You can depend on the team at Desoto Collision Center to help you when you need a bumper repair or replacement. We want to make sure you are informed about the importance of your car’s bumper and what the repairs will entail.
When a Bumper Should Be Repaired
While one of the most important jobs for your car’s bumper is to protect passengers in low-impact collisions, that is not its only job. The bumper is like a shield, built to protect your car’s hood, cooling, heating, and exhaust systems. Even though your bumper may look fine after an accident, that doesn’t mean it’s free from internal damage.
If you can see any of the following after a collision, you should bring your car to Desoto Collision Center so our expert staff can assess what repairs are needed.
- Minor Paint Damage: If an auto collision has left you with a bumper that has minor damage, such as scratches in the paint, bring your car to one of our repair shops and our staff will be able to give you an estimate on the paint job.
- Small Dents: If a dent in your bumper is small and shallow, it may be possible to repair it yourself. For plastic bumpers, a DIY trick is to use hot water to remove the dent. If this does not work for you, our repair experts have special tools that can “pull” minor dents out of bumpers. As a last resort, sometimes small dents can be filled in with a special kind of putty. Bring your car to Desoto Collision Center to determine which option is the best for you.
- Small Cracks: Like dents, if a crack is small enough, it may be possible to repair it. This process requires the crack to be filled, sanded, primed, and repainted.
When a Bumper Should Be Replaced
While it may be tempting to repair your bumper instead of replacing it, many of the above techniques end up costing almost the same amount as a replacement bumper. In addition, while the repairs may improve the aesthetics of your car after an accident, they will not repair any internal damage that is not visible to the naked eye.
This is why we strongly recommend that you have your damage assessed by one of Desoto Collision Center’s experts. We will help guide you to the most affordable, modern, and safe option that is available. We will make sure you are quickly back on the road with a car that not only looks great but also does a great job of keeping you safe. Call or visit us today for your auto body repair needs!
