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Bumper Repair

From minor scrapes and dents to more significant impact damage, we restore your bumper’s appearance, fit and function while checking for damage beneath the surface.

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Bumper Repair

Your vehicle’s bumpers are designed to help manage the force of an impact, but damage is not always limited to the surface. A bumper cover may show only a scrape or dent while brackets, reinforcement components or safety technology behind it have also been affected.

Philip Thearle’s Autowerks provides professional bumper repair in Santee, CA, for damage ranging from parking-lot scrapes and cracks to more substantial collision impacts.

Our technicians evaluate the complete affected area before determining whether the bumper can be repaired or should be replaced.

A Complete Approach to Bumper Damage

Depending on the vehicle and type of impact, bumper repair may include plastic repair, reshaping, correction of damaged mounting points, bracket replacement, refinishing or installation of a new original factory bumper cover.

Modern bumpers may contain parking sensors, cameras, radar units and other components used by advanced driver assistance systems. Even a low-speed impact can affect the position or operation of this technology.

When applicable, our technicians identify diagnostic scanning and calibration requirements using manufacturer repair information. The completed repair is evaluated for alignment, panel gaps, finish and the operation of related components.

Why Choose Philip Thearle’s Autowerks for Bumper Repair?

A bumper can appear repaired while still concealing damage underneath. Philip Thearle’s Autowerks looks beyond the visible surface to identify related concerns and develop a more complete repair plan.

Our technicians combine body repair, professional refinishing, original factory parts and vehicle-specific procedures to restore the bumper’s appearance, fit and function. If additional damage is discovered during disassembly, we explain what was found and how it affects the repair.

With more than four decades serving San Diego County, we bring the same high standard of craftsmanship to minor bumper damage that we apply to extensive collision repairs.

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Why Choose Us for your service

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OEM-Certified Excellence

We use only factory-approved parts and manufacturer-specified repair procedures, so your vehicle is restored exactly as it is.

Original Equipment Parts

All of our repairs prioritize the use of factory-original parts and procedures.  

40+ Years of Experience

Since 1983, we've built a reputation for precision and trust, completing nearly 50,000 repairs for drivers across San Diego County.

Insurance Management

We work directly with your insurance and negotiate with all other insurers on your behalf, so you don't have to.

Lifetime Repair Warranty

We stand firmly behind the excellence of our workmanship. In keeping with our unwavering commitment to quality.

Consistant Updates

Throughout your vehicle's repair, our team will keep you updated every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our repair process.
What do I need to know in the event of an accident?
I see all those expensive imported automobiles… Do you fix my kind of car?
Do you get along with my insurance company?
Who should write the original estimate?
I’m being directed to another shop by the insurance company… What are my legal rights?
What about a rental car?
Do I still have to chase around and get three estimates?
The responsible party wants to pay for the damage ‘out-of-pocket.’ What should I do?
Why do estimates for the same damage vary so much?
Can you explain the ‘deductible’ portion of my policy?
What do the terms ‘betterment’ and ‘depreciation’ refer to?
I am the insured in this matter… Can you ‘save’ or ‘shave’ my deductible?
What are O.E.M. Parts?
What are ‘aftermarket’ parts, and how do they differ from originals?
What are ‘LKQ’ parts?
So, why should I choose Philip Thearle’s to repair my car?
Everyone says they are ‘the best’… Who else believes in you?
What about my personal belongings?
How long will the repairs to my vehicle take?
How does the payment process work and what are your business rules?
How long does a typical dent repair take?
Can any dent be fixed with Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)?
Will the dent come back over time?
Can you repair dents on aluminum panels?
Will my paint match perfectly if traditional dent repair is needed?
Should I file an insurance claim for a minor dent?