AMICIS AUTO BODY
A door ding in a parking lot, a crease from a low post, a scratch that went through the clear coat: AMICIS AUTO BODY repairs dents and scratches on body panels in Santa Clarita with conventional body repair and color-matched refinishing. Bring the vehicle for a free written estimate, or text photos to (661) 536-6653.
Dent repair: shallow dings to creased panels
Dents are assessed by depth, location and what happened to the paint. A shallow ding on an open area of a door or quarter panel with the paint intact is a smaller job than a sharp crease on a body line or a dent that stretched or cracked the finish. Those usually need more panel work and refinishing of the panel rather than a small spot.
Panel material matters too. Aluminum hoods and doors, high-strength steel and plastic bumper covers each respond differently to repair, and some damage is more economical to replace than to repair. The estimate says which approach your panel needs and why.
Scratch repair: surface scuffs versus paint damage
A light scuff that stays in the clear coat can sometimes be corrected with polishing. A scratch you can catch with a fingernail has usually gone through the clear coat or the color and needs refinishing of the affected area. A scratch down to primer or bare metal should be refinished soon, before moisture reaches the metal.
Keyed panels and long scrapes across several panels usually mean refinishing each affected panel and blending into the adjacent panels so the color reads as one. We discuss the blend plan with you before work begins.
What a useful dent or scratch estimate includes
Our written estimate separates panel repair labor from refinishing labor and materials, lists moldings, handles, emblems or trim that must be removed and reinstalled, and states whether adjacent panels are blended. Estimates are free, with no obligation, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Damage from a collision is handled through your collision coverage; other damage such as vandalism may fall under a different part of your policy, so ask your insurer. AMICIS AUTO BODY works with all insurance companies and also handles customer-pay repairs, with cash, Zelle and checks accepted.
Questions about dent & scratch repair
Can a dent be repaired without repainting?
Some shallow dents with intact paint can be repaired with minimal refinishing, but most dent repairs on painted panels involve refinishing the repaired area. The estimate states what your panel needs after inspection.
How much does it cost to fix a door ding or scratch?
Cost depends on the size and location of the damage, the panel material, trim that must be removed, and the refinishing required. Ask for the itemized estimate; it is free and written.
Will the repaired area match the rest of the car?
Refinishing is color-matched to your vehicle, and adjacent panels are blended when that is needed for a consistent match. The blend plan is explained on the estimate.
Can I use insurance for a dent or scratch?
Collision-related dents and scratches are usually claimed under collision coverage, and other damage may fall under a different part of your policy. Confirm with your insurer. AMICIS AUTO BODY works with all insurance companies and handles customer-pay repairs as well.
Visit AMICIS AUTO BODY
26502 Ruether Ave Unit 118, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. · Saturday and Sunday closed
Service in English, Armenian and Russian.
When the estimate changes
Damage behind a bumper or body panel may become visible during disassembly. Read our hidden collision damage and insurance supplement guide to understand revised estimates, approval and questions to ask before additional work.