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Excellent communication and punctuality.

Dent repair

$350

Pedro provided a great professional service in fixing my windshield and rear view mirror. Honest, prompt and friendly communication. Highly recommend.

Windscreen repair

$10

Happy with the work

Small panel beating to my car

$100

Awesome work very happy

Fix a scratch on my car

$300

Very happy with Tristan’s work! Great results and great guy making sure customer is satisfied.

Panel beater

$200

Great to do with thank you

Polishing light scratches from porcelain tiles

$20

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Why hire a car bodywork service through Airtasker?

From the onset of any car body damage, it's best to have an expert mechanic look into it immediately to avoid further problems from occurring.

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Top Car Body Work related questions

Car bodywork service costs depend on what exactly you need to be done. Smaller procedures such as minor painting and car tinting do not require as much effort to do, thus making it cheaper. However, more extensive repairs are usually more expensive as it may include specific part replacements—be it the panels or windscreen.

Similar to the cost, time of each service will heavily depend on the severity of the issue at hand. Bigger damages will understandably require more time to repair as compared to smaller ones, while services such as buffing and sanding may only take a few hours to complete.

Having tools on hand will be a great help, but is ultimately not necessary. When getting a mechanic to look at your vehicle, you can let them know right away that you don't have any of the tools required for the task. This way, they can either prepare their equipment before heading to your location; or, pick them up from a hardware store along the way.

Airtasker allows you to get in touch with professional mechanics near your area to help address all your car bodywork needs. Just post a task, and wait till an expert tasker sends you their offer. Once you've picked out the best person for the job, your request will be made at your soonest expense so you won't have to leave your home, office, or garage!

What do car bodywork services include?

The bodywork of a vehicle is the exterior part of it. Car bodywork, therefore, is the general maintenance and repairs done on the body of any vehicle. More often than not, this type of service targets improving, repairing, or enhancing the cosmetic and structural functions of your car's body.

Professional mechanics are usually the go-to for car bodywork services as these usually require specialised tools. Although some of the more basic procedures may seem simple enough to DIY, having a more knowledgeable tradesman work on your car is still your best option.

To give you a clearer understanding of what you can get done, here are some of the car bodywork services you can avail from a local mechanic near you:

Car Body work repair

Dings and dents are just some of the most common damages your car will regularly face—whether it's due to a minor impact from a kid's ball, a dislodged rock, or road debris. A quick remedy is to get in touch with an expert mechanic to perform a paintless dent removal to get rid of unsightly marks on your vehicle's exterior. Take note, however, that if the dent is more prominent, then it may require full car panel replacement.

Car dent and scratch repair

Dents and scratches can mar the overall appearance of any vehicle. Loose stones and pebbles, hitting pavements, minor accidents, and intentional damage are usually the main culprits for this particular problem. Depending on the severity of the scratch, your mechanic will utilise removal pens to eliminate light or small scratches from your car body. Deeper ones, however, may need some intense buffing with the use of heavy-duty sandpaper and a fresh paint touch-up for concealing.

Car glass repair

Damage to any of your car’s glass can potentially lead to accidents if left alone. Cracks, fractures, and holes make the entire glass structure’s integrity highly unstable, leaving it prone to shattering by even the slightest force. Avoid such perilous risks by hiring a car bodywork specialist who can repair minor cracks and scratches. They can also replace entire glass sections if needed, giving you a brand new layer of glass to protect you.

Car paint repair

Your car's paint job is one of the more integral factors that can greatly affect its exterior appearance and resale value. Cracks, chips, and discolouration make your vehicle look old and worn out, but it's nothing your specialist can't fix! Our car body paintwork services can repair minor aesthetic issues with ease, but if you prefer a more thorough paint job, then you may want to consider having your car resprayed entirely.

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Recent Car Body Work tasks

Repair dented rear quarter panel and replace tail light — Mazda 2

$250

Bli Bli QLD, Australia

6th Sep 2026

2010 Mazda 2 – Tail Light Replacement & Dent Repair 2010 Mazda 2 with a smashed rear tail light and a dent around the tail-light area. I will supply the replacement tail light, so I'm only looking for someone to: - Remove the damaged tail light - Install the replacement - Straighten/repair the dent around the light - Make the area look reasonably presentable I'm looking for a budget repair rather than a perfect showroom finish. Budget: $300 for labor/repair, but happy to discuss depending on the amount of work required. Car is located in Bli Bli, Sunshine Coast and I'd ideally like it done ASAP as the car is needed for work. Please let me know your price and availability. Thanks!

Toyota hiace van roof panel beating

$750

Sydney NSW 2205, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Van damage from reversing into lowered roof, want to prevent rust damage and bring shape roughly back to original. Does not have to be perfect but want to prevent further rust damage. The top reverse tail light does not fit into hole due to deformed metal at the top of rear door. Would like to get that fixed to allow the tail light to sit flush and have an intact seal around it to prevent water ingress

Car door handle repair/replacement

$200

Joondanna WA 6060, Australia

6th Sep 2026

I need someone to supply the required replacement part and repair/replace my exterior car door handle. I need someone to supply the required replacement part and repair/replace my exterior car door handle. The handle is currently held in place with tape. I do not have the replacement part, so I need someone who can source it and complete the whole job. The cost of the part can be paid separately. Please see the photo for reference.

Car bumper repair

$200

Noble Park VIC 3174, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Smashed car bumper need to fix one side not the whole bumper anyone who can fix and match paint please

Window tinting a mid size SUV. JAECOO J5. 15 tint

$250

Adelaide SA 5168, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Window tinting JAECOO J5. 15 front and back. Location, Noarlunga.

Dent repair

$700

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Repairing a few dents on a Suzuki Jimny diver side door and front fender panel

Repair scratches and scuffs on rear quarter panel and bumper

$350

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

6th Sep 2026

I need scratches and scuff marks repaired on the left rear quarter panel and rear bumper of a black vehicle. There is no major dent or structural damage. Some marks may polish out, but a few scratches appear deeper and may require sanding, colour-matched paint, clear coat and polishing.

Repair wooden floor scratch

$2,000

East Perth WA 6004, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Wooden floor got 5meters scratch, please quote and share your availability. If you asked a question, please write the price first.

Qualified panel beater or mechanic to replace bonnet on Prado 120

$150

Edithvale VIC 3196, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Looking for an experienced and appropriately qualified mobile mechanic or panel beater to remove the existing bonnet from my Toyota Prado 120 Series and fit a replacement bonnet that I already have. Looking for someone experienced with body panels who can ensure the replacement bonnet is correctly aligned, fitted and adjusted so it opens and closes properly. Bonus if you’re also able to take the old bonnet away when the job is completed. Happy for you to on-sell. Please bring all tools required for the job. Budget: $150 — happy to discuss depending on what’s involved. Preferably fitted Saturday or Sunday morning. It should be an easy swap over and using existing strats.

Thanks so much, Adam! You made changing over the bonnet look effortless. Everything was done quickly, professionally and with great care. Really appreciate the promptness of the job and would happily recommend you to others.

Fix and paint scratch on wooden wall

$80

Annerley QLD 4103, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Hey there! Needing this scratch patched up specifically by tomorrow, could potentially be later but my lease ends tomorrow. Working with a really tight budget as I’ve just moved interstate, so I’d appreciate the help! Thank you so much! I look forward to working with you 😇

Genuinely an awesome bloke! Super super efficient, incredibly reasonable and overall just amazing to work with! Did an awesome repair on my wooden wall (as shown in photos). Would highly recommend 😸

Scuffs/scratch repair white car

$200

Gregory Hills NSW 2557, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Need scuffs/scratches buffed out/repaired. Unsure what it required but seems like minor damage.

Happy with the result

Seal holes and scratches in the wall

$60

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

20th Aug 2026

I have some holes in the wall from putting in a push hook and the frame being to heaving so it created holes when it fell. There is also a bit of paint that came off from blue tack. I need the colours to match perfectly though.

Stephen was amazing! He took the time to make sure the job turned out great, including sealing up some holes and scratches in our wall. We’re so happy with the result and will definitely use him again. He was lovely to deal with and we would highly recommend him. Thanks so much, Stephen! 😊

Scratches / paint repair, cut & polish & detailing to sell car

$1,000

Stafford Heights QLD 4053, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Quite a few of light scratches that I think a cut & polish will fix. A few that has taken the paint off, plus the sun damaged roof.

Fantastic work, great communication, would recommend

Assemble two small flat pack shelving units plus small cat scratcher

$150

Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

15th Aug 2026

I have two small shelving units still in their packaging that need to be assembled, plus a small cat scratcher toy thing that needs to be put together. I need it done on either Sunday 16 or Monday 17 August, after 9.30am on either day.

Ben was prompt and courteous, and assembled my flat pack furniture quickly and well.

Car Dent Repair

$500

Diggers Rest VIC 3427, Australia

15th Aug 2026

Car dent repair on door Left side door

Tristen did an amazing job, he was on time as communicated and explained the process and answered all the questions. He is very knowledgable around paint work and respraying cars

Driver window tinted. One window only

$150

North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Car window tint. One window only.

Hassan is extremely meticulous. Very tidy. Great workmanship.

Minor car dent repair

$200

Wentworth Point NSW 2127, Australia

13th Aug 2026

Minor car dent repair. I have a dent repair kit as well but don't know how to use them

great to work with! Communicative, competitive pricing. Will work with again!

Fix a Car Dent

$50

Como NSW 2226, Australia

13th Aug 2026

- Looks like an ebike hit my car. - Small dent. Would like the dent pushed out

Very professional. Excellent job. Recommended!

1 way window tint for home privacy

$400

Hampton Park VIC, Australia

10th Aug 2026

Hi there, Need service for supply and install of 1 way reflective window tint for home privacy please. Photos attached

Amazing work with Al

Car scratch repair

$250

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

8th Aug 2026

Car got swiped whilst parked, paint repair required on right plastic bumper , some deep chips/scrapes through the paint — these won’t simply polish out. * A number of lighter horizontal scratches that probably will polish out.

James was fantastic, great quality and very knowledgeable