Car scratch repair Walsall

Professional repair process:

• Proper cleaning and assessment

• Paint depth measurement

• Surface preparation and priming where needed

• Exact color matching using spectrophotometer

• Professional spraying in dust-free environment

• Clear coat application

• Machine polishing for seamless blend

If you don't use a professional:

• DIY touch-up pens/kits often leave visible marks

• Incorrect color matching creates obvious patches

• No clear coat means paint can peel later

• Risk of rust developing under badly repaired areas

• Reduced car value due to visible amateur repairs

• Higher costs later to correct poor repairs

Professional deep scratch repair involves:

1. Cleaning and evaluating scratch depth

2. Careful sanding to create smooth surface

3. Body filler application if needed

4. Multiple primer layers

5. Base coat color matching

6. Clear coat application

7. Machine polishing to blend with surrounding area

8. UV protection finishing

This methodical process prevents:

• Rust development

• Paint peeling

• Visible repair lines

• Color mismatching

Price guidelines based on damage:

• Light surface scratches: £60-£150

• Medium scratches: £150-£300

• Deep scratches: £300-£500

• Multiple panel scratches: £500+

Factors affecting price:

• Paint type (metallic costs more)

• Car make/model

• Scratch depth

• Number of panels

• Additional damage found

Look for:

1. Proper Workshop Facilities:

   • Clean, professional environment

   • Modern paint mixing system

   • Dust-free spray booth

   • Professional lighting

2. Professional Approach:

   • Detailed initial assessment

   • Written quote

   • Clear explanation of process

   • Warranty offered

   • Insurance approval status

3. Quality Indicators:

   • Google reviews (4+ stars)

   • Before/after photos

   • Willingness to show current work

   • Professional qualifications

   • Years in business

   • Proper insurance

4. Service Standards:

   • Free quotes

   • Clear timelines

   • Professional communication

   • Warranty details in writing

   • After-care advice

Remember: The cheapest option rarely provides the best value. Look for a balance of fair pricing and professional quality that will protect your car's value long-term.

We do free pickup drop off services in Walsall

Workshop benefits:

• Controlled environment

• Professional lighting

• Proper drying conditions

• Full range of equipment

• Multiple coat application

• Professional cleaning facilities
  
  Mobile repairers can't:

• Work in wet/cold weather

• Achieve perfect paint matching without proper lighting

• Handle deep scratches properly

• Apply multiple coats with correct drying time

• Create dust-free environment

• Machine polish effectively

• Deal with rust or underlying damage

What you might get with cheap repairs:

• Single-stage paint (no clear coat)

• Poor color matching

• No proper preparation

• Quick cover-up rather than proper repair

• No warranty

• Risk of rust developing

• Higher long-term costs

• Reduced car value

Long-term consequences:

• Paint peeling within months

• Visible repair lines

• Color fading differently

• Rust developing under repair

• More expensive proper repair needed later