Dent Repair for West Des Moines Drivers—Done Fast and Done Right

Technician inspecting a car dent at Scotty’s Body Shop, serving drivers needing dent repair in West Des Moines, IA, using professional measurement tools for accurate damage assessment

Dents are frustrating — we totally get it.

Whether it’s a door ding, hail damage, or a small crease that catches your eye every time you walk to your car, it’s something you want fixed quickly and done right.

If you’re looking for dent repair in West Des Moines, IA, we’ve got you covered. Scotty’s Body Shop has two convenient locations in Des Moines, and we help West Des Moines drivers every single week.

Our family-owned shop has been repairing dents since 1995, using methods like Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) to restore your vehicle fast — backed by a lifetime workmanship guarantee.

What you can expect:

  • Free, no-pressure estimates

  • Many dents repaired in 1–3 days

  • PDR available when repainting isn’t needed

  • Trusted, family-owned service for 25+ years

Ready to make your car look like new again? Schedule your free estimate today.

How Our Dent Repair Process Works

Dent repair doesn’t have to drag on for weeks. At Scotty’s Body Shop, we keep the process quick and simple so you can get back on the road with a car that looks like new.

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    Step 1 – Free Estimate
    Bring your vehicle in for a free inspection. We’ll look at the dents and recommend the best option—often paintless dent repair (PDR) if the paint is still intact.

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    Step 2 – Repair Plan
    If PDR works for your damage, we can usually complete it quickly and affordably. If the dent requires minor body repair, our team will explain the process and timeline up front.

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    Step 3 – Fast Turnaround
    Most dent repairs are completed in 1–3 days. We’ll let you know the exact timing so you can plan around it.

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    Step 4 – Quality Finish
    Our I-CAR certified technicians use professional tools and computerized paint matching when needed, ensuring repairs blend seamlessly.

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    Step 5 – Pickup with Confidence
    Before you leave, we double-check the repair and return your car clean and ready to go—backed by our lifetime guarantee.

West Des Moines drivers have trusted Scotty’s Body Shop for over 25 years. Book your free estimate today and see why.

What We Do for Dent Repair

  • Careful Damage Inspection
    We start with a close look at your dents to see if they qualify for paintless dent repair (PDR)—a fast, affordable option that keeps your factory paint finish.

  • Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)
    For many hail dents and door dings, we use specialized tools to gently restore the panel without sanding, fillers, or repainting.

  • Minor Body Repairs
    If the dent is too severe for PDR, our technicians handle the bodywork needed to restore shape and strength, while explaining the process and timeline clearly.

  • Computerized Paint Matching
    When paintwork is required, our computerized system blends the repair seamlessly with your vehicle’s original color.

  • Fast Service with a Lifetime Guarantee
    Most dent repairs are finished in 1–3 days, and every job is backed by our lifetime guarantee for lasting peace of mind.

Don’t Put Off Dent Repair

A small dent might not seem urgent, but it can lower your car’s value and lead to bigger problems later. Cracked paint from a dent can quickly turn into rust, which spreads and becomes much more expensive to fix.

The good news? Many dents can be repaired with paintless dent repair (PDR)—a fast, affordable option that preserves your factory finish. Most repairs are done in just 1–3 days, so you don’t have to be without your car for long.

Bring your vehicle to Scotty’s Body Shop for a free dent repair estimate. We’ll make the repair now so you can protect your car’s look and value.

Dealing with Dents in West Des Moines?

Don’t stress about every door ding or hail dent. Scotty’s Body Shop has been helping drivers across the Des Moines metro for more than 25 years with dent repair that’s quick, affordable, and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dent Repair in West Des Moines

Yes. Scotty’s Body Shop provides free estimates so you’ll know the cost of dent repair before work begins.

Yes. We often use paintless dent repair (PDR), which removes dents while keeping your original factory finish.

PDR works best for hail dents, door dings, and minor body dents where the paint hasn’t been cracked or damaged.

Most dent repairs are completed in 1–3 days, depending on the damage and whether paintwork is required.

Yes. All repairs are handled by I-CAR certified technicians trained to meet strict quality and safety standards.

If PDR isn’t an option, our team handles minor body repairs using traditional methods, backed by a lifetime guarantee.

Yes. We provide hail damage repair, including PDR when possible. If a hail estimate fee applies, it is credited back if the repair is completed at Scotty’s.

Yes. We work directly with your insurance company to simplify claim approvals and paperwork.

Yes. Scotty’s offers pickup and delivery services to make the process more convenient.

Yes. Every dent repair at Scotty’s Body Shop comes with a lifetime guarantee, giving you long-term peace of mind.

ESTIMATES ARE EASY AND FREE

Stop in today or fill out our easy to use online form.

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See Why Drivers in Iowa Trust Scotty’s Body Shop

Cakelady Biggs

💗 this place! The staff is so awesome and professional. I’d recommend them everyone!

Cakelady Biggs , Des Moines
Vicky Huffey

Picked my car up today they did a awesome job at a fair price, I give them 5 stars , plus it came back clean smell awesome, they went the extra mile, it’s like having a new car. Thank you!!!

Vicky Huffey , Des Moines
Pat McNulty

Highly recommend, great service and done fast. I will only use Scotty’s for any future vehicle repairs.

Pat McNulty , Des Moines
Nicole Ripperger-Warrick

Thank you , the staff is very nice and great to work with. Very clean , respectful, I felt very comfortable leaving my car for the repairs. the office lady at the university location. went way above and beyond working with my 3rd party to get everything done. 5 stars!!

Nicole Ripperger-Warrick , Des Moines
Kim Possible

I wanted to say thank you again. Scotty’s did a great job on my truck. It looks amazing. they were helpful when I had questions and my truck was ready earlier than expected. Bonus!! Wonderful service from a wonderful staff!

Kim Possible , Des Moines
She-la Heitman

Scotty’s did a AMAZING job repainting my tri color pearl white car. It wasn’t just any regular paint job. I drove off with my car shining bright like diamonds when the sun hit it…. THAT made me forget all about the fact someone t-boned me weeks prior. Thanks for the awesome paint job & ALWAYS being there when I need you. And the front desk ladies at BOTH locations are SUPER nice & knowledgeable. Bad experience turned good. Thanks!!

#RepeatCustomer #PrincessFenderBender #ItIsNeverMYFault 🤷‍♀️ 😁 👍

She-la Heitman , Des Moines
Mark Doss

Great service before and during the process as the team helped me deal with two separate insurance claims on one vehicle. Finished vehicle looked great!

Mark Doss , Des Moines
Wendy Gray

The best in town. Fair, honest and affordable. I’ve been a customer since the mid-90s and they always deliver.

Wendy Gray , Des Moines
Matt Mauro

They really did a great job from not only the repair but working with the insurance company to make it as hands off, stress free as possible. They were done when they said they would be and it the work is perfection. I wouldn’t even bother going anywhere else

Matt Mauro , Des Moines
Luanne Hart Hitchcock

We’ve used Scotty’s over the years and can’t say enough great things about their service and the top notch quality work done on our vehicles. Estimates for work are fair and very competitive. When they say the work will be done – it’s done. We won’t use anyone else!

Luanne Hart Hitchcock , Des Moines