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PDR Matrix Calculator

Build a panel-by-panel pricing matrix, count dents by size tier, layer in aluminum and oversized markups, and produce a real PDR estimate in minutes. Edit any rate inline to match your shop — no signup required.

What is a PDR pricing matrix?

A PDR pricing matrix is the rate sheet that tells you what to charge per panel and per dent for paintless dent repair. Most matrices are organized as a grid — panels down one side, dent counts and sizes across the top — with prices in each cell. The matrix accounts for panel difficulty, dent size (dime / nickel / quarter / half-dollar+), and material (aluminum panels run higher than steel).

How the calculator works

  1. Pick your region (US / Australia / Canada) and vehicle category
  2. For each panel with damage, enter dent counts by size tier
  3. Toggle aluminum or oversized-panel markups where they apply
  4. Add R&I line items (headliner, badges, glass, mouldings)
  5. Get an itemized estimate with region-aware tax handling

Save your matrix permanently

This calculator is stateless — refresh and your edits are gone. To save your matrix permanently, version-control it, lock it across your team, and apply it automatically to every estimate, sign up for HailMate. See the full PDR estimating workflow.