Placed at the rear of the vehicle, bumpers are designed to protect the vehicle’s structure. The first part of the vehicle to absorb any impact in a collision is the bumper as a result. You need a certified professional that is properly trained in plastic bumper repair can be of assistance to return these crucial parts to their pre-accident condition. A team of experts will assess the condition of your bumper, looking for signs of scratches, scrapes, dents, or indentations when the bumper experiences damage. After which, the bumper is repaired and reconditioned to remove these unsightly blemishes. Along with the array of parts that can be repaired, bumper covers are especially needed as they are more commonly damaged on a vehicle. The technician can blend the appended paint more efficiently and accurately after the bumper is repaired. Whether they are comprised of rigid plastic or semi-rigid plastic, professionals have the skills and precision to repair bumpers. No matter if it is a thermoplastic or thermoset bumper as well plastic bumper repair can be reliably carried out depending on the vehicle. Today, we at Top Notch Body Shop & Mechanic would care to elaborate on bumper repairs.
Bumper Repair Process
By melting many small plastic pellets where they are then injected into a plastic mold that forms the vehicle’s bumper, the thermoplastics are created. A freshly manufactured bumper is the result of the bumper is then released from the mold after the mold is cooled. Because thermoplastics are so flexible, easy to reuse and recycle, and cost-effective, most plastic bumper covers tend to be thermoplastic. By injecting two different polymer materials together, the bumpers derived of semi-rigid, or thermoset plastics, are developed from semi-rigid, or thermoset, where the crosslinking is permanent with both molds. The semi-rigid, or thermoset plastic bumper are typically more durable, but it does require formal training to properly repair.
DIY VS Professional Bumper Repair
It is in your better interest to let a professional take care of the services though there are kits and “how to” guides readily available for those who want to repair their bumpers. The expertise and the proper tools are essential to ensure the repairs are done correctly. The bumper repair will not be done with efficiency and quality without formal training on the process, and the tools, paint, and other products needed is more expensive than you might think.
Rear Ended But No Visible Bumper Damage
If there is even a small chance damage was inflicted on the bumper as they play a critical role for your vehicle, it is so important to have your bumpers checked after even a minor accident. Should the bumper have a major dent and/or is hanging off the car it is simple to know that it needs to be fixed. Especially if there is not any visible damage you still need to have your bumpers checked out to make sure its integrity is intact as well. In the event the damaged bumper has become misaligned, a bolt sheared, or something else seemingly minor occurred, you could have catastrophic or fatal consequences if you have another accident.
Car Bumper Repair in Dallas, Texas (Just Minutes Away from Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Cedar Hill, Coppell, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch, Ferris, Garland, Grand Prairie, Grapevine, Irving, Lancaster, Lewisville, Mesquite, Ovilla, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, Seagoville, Sunnyvale & Wylie, TX)
To assess and repair your bumper the experts of Top Notch Body Shop & Mechanic are readily available in any case. Contact us to schedule your appointment today!
