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The last thing you want is an ugly scratch, scuff or dent ruining your car’s good looks. When its appearance matters to you, a SMART repair could be the answer you need to get it back looking its best.

A SMART (small to medium area repair technology) repair can help you fix minor body damage across one or more panels in a cost-effective way – without the need to go through your insurer or remove or replace entire bits of bodywork.

Whether you’ve scratched your car against a hedge or dented it on a bollard, we work with a growing network of UK repairers to help you find the best deal across a range of cosmetic repairs.

 

Find the Right SMART Repair for You

 

Find a Local Repairer

Just because you can’t see your location in the list above doesn’t mean there isn’t a local repairer to fix your car’s bodywork. Our network is growing all the time, so enter your vehicle and damage details at the top of the page to compare instant estimates from SMART repairers near you.

 

How do I Benefit from Booking a SMART Repair?

A SMART repair is a quick, affordable way to get your car back in great shape. Most repairers can complete your repair on the same day, and you may also be able to book a mobile appointment through a local repairer. That makes it much more convenient than making a claim on your car insurance policy.

And when you compare deals through our comparison site, you’re in control of your cosmetic repair and get to choose the right repairer for your needs.

 

Why Would I Not Just Go Through My Insurer?

Although it might seem more convenient to make a claim through your insurance policy, booking a SMART repair yourself is usually the better long-term option – especially if you’ve worked hard to build up your no-claims discount.

Making any sort of claim on your insurance may reset this, so why would you want to waste all your hard work on something you can easily sort on your own?

Taking control of your SMART repair will also ensure your insurance premiums don’t rise in the long-term and, when you don’t have to worry about paying any excess, you might also be able to get a great deal in the process.

And isn’t that the biggest benefit of all?

 

Book a Hassle-Free SMART Repair Through BookMyGarage

With a growing network of UK repairers now listed on our comparison site, we’re here to help every driver find the best deal on their SMART repairs as well as their MOT, car services and other mechanical repairs.

Whether you’re looking to fix a scratched panel, dented bumper or want to give your alloy wheels some TLC, here are just some of the ways that we keep you in control of finding the right SMART repairer for your needs.

 

Dozens of Verified Reviews to Read to Help You Make the Right Decision

Your car plays a vital role in your life, so you want to make sure you can trust your chosen repairer to look after it accordingly. The last thing you want is a sub-standard repair that leaves you feeling ripped off, so we show verified, unfiltered reviews for every repairer on our platform to give you total confidence in your decision.

Each review details a genuine experience from a real person, making it easy for you to find the highest rated local option for your car’s cosmetic repair.

 

Mobile SMART Repairs Available to Give You the Flexibility You Need

If your busy life means you don’t have time to take your car into a local body shop for its SMART repair, why not choose a mobile repairer near you?

Many of the repairers on our comparison site come to you to complete your repair at a time and place that’s most convenient. That way, you get the high-quality repair you deserve without having to put your life on hold.

We clearly mark every mobile repairer on our network with a blue ‘Mobile’ badge on their listing to make it easier for you to find the convenient SMART repair you’re looking for.

 

24/7 Online Booking so You Can Book Your SMART Repair Whenever You’re Free

When you compare local repairers through us, there’s no need to wait until they open to give them a call and get your appointment sorted – you can request a booking 24/7, 365 days a year with our online tool.

That means there’s no need to waste your lunch break trying to get a quote for your cosmetic repair. With BookMyGarage.com, it’s all available at the touch of a button wherever you are, whenever you’re free.

 

Quick and Easy 5 Step Booking Process for Your SMART Repair

You can request your booking in seconds, with no long forms to fill out or pre-payment required! Just follow this five-step process to request an appointment at the right cosmetic repairer for you.

  1. Enter your reg and postcode
  2. Use our ‘splat’ tool to select your car’s damage. You can select multiple repairs across multiple panels as part of your estimate (full price breakdown available in estimate detailsBookMyGarage splat tool of deconstructed car showing drivers how to select the damage for their SMART repair booking
  3. Compare instant estimates from local repairers to find the best one for your needs
  4. Select a suitable date and time and enter a few contact details to request a booking
  5. Upload images of the damaged area(s). This will help your chosen repairer ensure you’ve requested the correct SMART repair and been shown the right estimate.

BookMyGarage checkout page showing a driver completing the booking process for their SMART repair

 

Learn More About SMART Repairs

How Much Does Windscreen Replacement Cost?

If you’re worried about the cost of repairing or replacing your windscreen, read this article. We explore average costs in the UK, giving rough estimates based on different levels of damage and vehicle types to help you budget effectively.

 

How Much Does Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Cost?

The cost of refurbishing alloy wheels varies depending on the level of damage, which car you drive and how many tyres are damaged. We cover average costs for all this (and more) in this article to help you budget effectively.

 

What are Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels?

Diamond cut alloy wheels are a premium option offered by many car manufacturers, involving a high-end, shiny finish and protective lacquer coating. In this article, we cover 5 things you need to know if you own a vehicle fitted with them.

 

Frequently asked questions

How does a SMART repair differ from an accident repair?

SMART repairs fix minor cosmetic damage without needing to replace or repair entire panels of bodywork, whereas accident repairs fix large-scale bodywork damage after a collision.

Accident repairs may also involve fixing structural damage, which is something a SMART repair can’t help with.

Can I compare prices for accident repairs through your platform?

No, we don’t currently provide estimates for accident repairs.

If you’ve been involved in a collision and require serious car body repairs and/or structural repairs, you’ll need to make a claim through your insurance provider who will then connect you with a local accident repair centre.

How do you generate estimates for my SMART repair?

Every repairer provides us with their hourly prices for labour and materials (consumables). We enter this into a pricing matrix along with the length of time needed for each SMART repair to generate our estimates.

This means the price is linked to the type of cosmetic damage you’ve suffered rather than your vehicle type or engine size.

Why do I need to provide images of the damage?

Repairers cannot confirm your booking until they have seen the damage for themselves as this helps them ensure you have booked the right repair and been shown the right estimate.

Providing images to help with this process ensures your estimate can be updated if you’ve selected the incorrect damage, avoiding your estimate significantly increasing when you arrive for your SMART repair.

Does a SMART repair affect my no-claims bonus?

No, if you’ve booked your SMART repair yourself it will not affect your no-claims bonus as you haven’t made a claim on your insurance policy.

You also don’t need to let your insurer know about any SMART repairs when it’s time to renew your policy, so it won’t result in a potential premium increase either.

Will damaged bodywork cause an MOT failure?

Yes, sharp, jagged or uneven bodywork can cause your car to fail the MOT as these are deemed safety hazards. Your vehicle will likely also fail if it has been involved in a significant collision.

Minor scratches, scuffs and dents are unlikely to fail your car’s MOT, but we would still strongly recommend getting them fixed as soon as possible.

Can I get a SMART repair completed at home to make my life easier?

Yes, there are many mobile repairers on our platform who can complete SMART repairs on your driveway to ensure they fit better into your busy life.

These listings are marked with a blue ‘Mobile’ badge to make it easier for you to see who can come and complete your cosmetic repair at home.

Will the price change after I book my appointment?

Every repairer sets and updates their own prices, so your estimate shouldn’t change if you’ve selected the correct damage.

If you’ve received estimates for a small scratch and it turns out your car needs a large scratch repair, for example, the price may change after the repairer reviews the images you upload.

Why is my booking not confirmed until the repairer contacts me?

After you request your booking, your chosen repairer will review the images you uploaded to ensure they’re able to complete your repair at the price you’ve been quoted.

If you’ve selected the wrong damage type, they may need to contact you and provide a new estimate. In some cases, the damage may be too big for a SMART repair, in which case they may be unable to complete your booking, and you will have to make a claim via your insurer instead.