{"componentChunkName":"component---src-templates-states-list-js","path":"/panel-beating-services/smash-repairs","result":{"data":{"seocarstate":null,"seoservicestate":{"searchPlaceholder":"Devonport, 0624","url":"/panel-beating-services/smash-repairs","aboutInfo":{"body":"Smash Repairs is a broad term used to describe the act of smash repairing automotive vehicles, like cars, vans, trucks, bikes or even boats, that have been damaged in an accident. Usually, this damage is caused by some form of collision, which leads to another similar term for Smash Repairs, <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/crash-repairs\">’crash repairs’</a>. If that isn’t confusing enough the formal name of the people that are qualified to do Smash Repairs are called <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/panel-beater\">panel beaters</a>. In short, Smash Repairs involves the process of repairing your car after it has been damaged.\r\n<br><br>\r\nSmash Repairs most often look at repairing damage from car accidents which involve major or minor damage ranging from major structural repairs to more common and everyday <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-scratch-repair\">scratch repairs</a>, <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/dent-removal\">dent repairs</a>, ding repairs, <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/bumper-repairs\">bumper repairs</a> and <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/alloy-wheel-repairs\">alloy wheel repairs</a>. Fortunately, every <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/panel-beater\">panel beater</a> in DingGo’s trusted Smash Repairs network can quickly diagnose your damage and offer a range of <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/quote\">free quotes</a> to provide you with quality Smash Repairs to get you back on the road with less hassle. \r\n<br><br>\r\nLooking for Smash Repairs? Use the <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/quote\">quick quote</a> service on DingGo.com.au to get free quotes from our network of highly reviewed Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a>.","header":"Everything you need to know about Smash Repairs"},"quoteInfo":{"header":"Start comparing obligation free quotes near you for Smash Repairs","button":"Compare Smash Repairs repair quotes"},"breadcrumbs":[{"text":"DingGo","url":"https://dinggostage.co.nz"},{"text":"Services","url":"https://dinggostage.co.nz/panel-beating-services"},{"text":"Smash Repairs","url":""}],"exploreInfo":{"body":null,"header":"To explore Smash Repairs specialists in your local area, click on the state below","title":null},"faq":{"faqs":[{"answer":"Most Smash Repairs are unfortunately quite expensive as there is extensive labour and materials involved in removing parts, repairing them, <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-respray\">respraying the paint</a> to get a factory finish and then refitting the parts back on. In many cases paint blending on surrounding panels is also required so the Smash Repairs are not noticeable when compared to the surrounding panels. The extent of damage and where it’s located on the car can also impact the cost. On average we see Smash Repairs cost between $250 to $500 for each damaged panel and each additional surrounding panel that requires <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-paint-repairs\">paint blending</a>. That being said it’s our mission at DingGo to find you the best Smash Repairs at the best price. Why not let us find you the best price for your Smash Repairs?","question":"How much do Smash Repairs cost?"},{"answer":"Yes, many Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> offer courtesy vehicles. For insurance jobs where you are not at fault you are legally entitled to a rental car. If you are interested in a courtesy car or rental car please add it in the ‘damage description’ section of your submission with DingGo.","question":"Do you offer a replacement vehicle with Smash Repairs?"},{"answer":"Yes, many <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/panel-beater\">panel beaters</a> offer free pick-up and drop off. If you are interested in this service please add it in the ‘damage description’ section of your submission with DingGo.","question":"Do you offer free pick-up and drop off with your Smash Repairs?"},{"answer":"All DingGo Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> offer a minimum 3 year workmanship warranty but many of our Smash Repairs shops offer a lifetime workmanship guarantee. DingGo’s network of <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/panel-beater\">panel beaters</a> are chosen for their quality, speed and low cost. They all display their guarantees on their profiles.","question":"Do Smash Repairs shops offer any guarantee or warranty?"},{"answer":"This is a common question and is dependent on the damage to your vehicle. As part of the DingGo quoting process our Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> will always provide an estimated repair time. Based on our extensive experience the majority of Smash Repairs can be completed in 1-5 days. Simple Smash Repairs, like replacing a <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/bumper-repairs\">bumper</a>, can often be done in 24 hours. Each DingGo <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/panel-beater\">panel beaters</a> quote you get will display how long your repair will take them, so you can choose the one who can do it in the time you need.","question":"How long will my car take to get Smash Repairs?"},{"answer":"DingGo does not handle payments, these are made directly to the Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> you choose to book with. Most Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> take all major credit cards and cash. DingGo’s Smash Repairs <a href=\"https://www.dinggo.co.nz/panel-beating-services/car-repair-shops\">shops</a> display their payment options on their profile.","question":"What form of payment do you take?"}],"header":"Common Questions and Answers About Smash Repairs"},"jumbotron":{"body":"Get free quotes from local specialists near you","button":"Compare Smash Repairs repair quotes","header":"Looking for Smash Repairs?"},"reviews":[{"customerName":"Haydee Mcadams","fullName":null,"pbName":"Gateway Paintshop","rating":"5.0","ratingOverall":null,"reviewDate":"20 Apr 2026","reviewText":"","title":null},{"customerName":"Emma Burgess","fullName":null,"pbName":"Wide Glide Panelbeaters Ltd","rating":"4.5","ratingOverall":null,"reviewDate":"13 Apr 2026","reviewText":"","title":null},{"customerName":"Valentin Tudor","fullName":null,"pbName":"Valley Panel and Paint ","rating":"5.0","ratingOverall":null,"reviewDate":"7 Apr 2026","reviewText":"Once the repair has been booked everything went very well, very good job done finished on time. 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