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Calgary PDR Training

It should come as no surprise that very few customers are excited about repairing small dents and dings. Traditional repairs that address hail damage, damage from small stones, and other road debris are expensive relative to the extent of the damage. These types of repairs are costly because traditional methods treat the entire body panel, not just the site of the actual damage. Why would you want to pay for the repaint of a quarter panel when there is only one small dent in one spot?

Paintless dent repair (PDR) resolves this conundrum. With PDR, it is only necessary to address the point of damage. PDR techniques provide technicians a skill set that allows them to fix only the damage, without involving the entire panel.

Paintless Dent Repair Training Is Now Available to Calgary

As you can appreciate, lowering the cost of repairing unsightly dents and dings opens up a vast market for PDR. When consumers learn of PDR, see its cost effectiveness, and understand the relative speed at which repairs can be completed, there will be a surge in demand. That’s just economics 101!

This surge in demand must be met with an adequate force of trained technicians, which is why Canada PDR has opened up its training to residents of Calgary. Those interested in acquiring the skills needed to further a career in PDR, will be interested in an overview of the process.

The Repair Process

PDR repairs result from a straightforward four-step process, beginning with:

  1. An assessment of the damage.
  2. Gaining access to the damage, specifically the reverse side of the damage.
  3. Planning a strategy for repairs, which includes selecting the appropriate specialized tools.
  4. Setting the plan in motion and making the repair.

Canada PDR Training

While the basic process of removing a dent or ding may sound easy, getting a seamless finish is not. At PDR Canada, we believe students need to gain experience on a wide variety of vehicle makes, models and dent severities in their PDR training.

The amount of experience Canada PDR graduates receive over the course of their training makes our graduates stand out. During the course, students will get a feel for many vehicle models and various types of dents and dings, which helps graduates approach their work with confidence and increased effectiveness.

Training programs at Canada PDR recognize paintless dent repair is a combination of skill and art. We can teach the skills, but the art can only be achieved through experience.
The best programs (and we believe Canada PDR is among them) ensure graduates have the skills and experience they need to excel in their chosen career. Our students are learning not only the skills needed but we also provide the opportunities to gain the experience needed to effect flawless repairs. Canada PDR also teaches its students excellent customer service skills.

Avoid Low-Cost PDR Courses

There are many PDR training courses offered in Canada, some of which are more reliable than others. Potential students of PDR must not make the mistake of selecting their PDR training program based on cost alone. Students must give primary consideration to the quality of the training, because that’s what will have the greatest impact on their future.

If you want to get into the paintless dent repair business, take the time and do your research. Find a program that teaches the skills needed to use state-of-the-art PDR tools. Make certain that the program exposes you to a variety of dents and dings on a range of vehicle types. Ultimately, your goal is to provide excellent service to your clients.

Stick to paintless dent repair courses that offer individualized attention and guarantee small classes. Look at the course provider’s reviews, and previous students’ work. Only then can you see how the course benefited their career, and how it will benefit your career.