It’s not always possible to see the extent of collision damage without disassembling the vehicle. This is why most body shops will start with a visible only estimate, one that assumes there isn’t any hidden damage. This estimate may go up after the vehicle has been completely inspected.
Why use a primer? Auto body paint primers act as a tie-coat between the corrosion-resistant layer and the topcoat. They smooth out irregularities; improve adhesion; and add additional protection against dings, chips, visible light, and UV light.
The goal of auto collision repair is to restore your vehicle to pre accident factory specifications, no matter the severity of the damage. A computerized measuring system can be used in all aspects of the repair to ensure precision and accuracy.
Did you find the perfect used car that’s just an awful color? We can help make sure your new used car won’t be on the market again for a while with your very own custom paint job.
If you are considering restoring a vehicle you found on a lot or in a junkyard, bring it to us, and let us check it out. We can identify any damage that may have been caused by a collision, and make the needed repairs. We will work with you every step of the way.
Looking for a way to make your car really stand out? It’s all about the color combinations. Whether it’s the exterior contrasting the interior or mixing multiple colors on the exterior, a paint supplier can help you find the perfect combination.
With a lot of health insurance companies, they might not cover you if you go out of their network. But car insurance isn’t like that. You can go to any collision repair shop you want and trust without having to worry whether it’s in-network.
Nobody likes it when a bird poops on your car, especially your car’s paint job. Thanks to the acidic nature of bird poop, set in messes can cause damage to your car’s paint job. Plus it looks gross anyway, so be sure to wash it off as soon as possible.
It’s difficult to estimate the number of auto collisions that occur each year in the US. Why? Many collisions and fender benders are unreported and agencies like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) only track accidents that occur on public roadways.
Garages help protect a car’s paint by preventing environmental exposure. Regularly wax and coat a car that must be left outside to prevent paint fading and bubbling in the heat.
Virtually all early cars had the radiators in the front of the vehicle. This led to a number of accidents in which the radiator was the main casualty. Max Paul of Philadelphia opened one of the first radiator repair shops in the country in 1905.
If you are considering purchasing a used vehicle, and are wondering if it has been in a collision and had repairs, bring it to us. As experts in collision repair, we know how to inspect a vehicle for signs of damage, so you can make an informed purchasing decision.
When you stop and think about it, you might be surprised how many pieces there are to paint in a complete custom paint job. Fortunately, you can count on a painting expert to get every last piece painted so you don't have to worry.
Frame straightening is often an important part of collision repair. The frame straightening process will not only strengthen the structural integrity of your vehicle's frame but in many instances it will ensure the durability of the parts around it as well.
MIG or metal inert gas welding is a subcategory of gas metal arc welding (GMAW). It refers to welding operations that utilize a metal inert gas such as argon or helium to prevent metal oxidation.
Auto body painting requires attention to detail. The temperature in the paint booth, for instance, must be constantly monitored and carefully controlled. Why? It affects the amount of paint and thinner required, drying time between coats, and overall finish quality.
More than 135 million cars drive on the streets, roads, and interstates in this country every day. Most car wrecks occur within three miles from these driver’s homes.
Would you rather have your friends remember your car as the dirty, dented car or the car with the shiny new gloss of paint? We know you want to have the best-looking car of all your friends, and we can help.
After an accident, the first step is to get an inspection of your vehicle. Sometimes the insurance company will want their representative to inspect it (which they have the right to do if they wish). Otherwise, the collision repair shop can perform the inspection for you.
Not only do we provide warranties for all of our used and affordable vehicles, but they are also completely serviced before placing them for sell on our lot.
In auto collision repair, the technicians will carefully disassemble the vehicle to expose any structural damage that may have been obtained upon impact. This is the type of damage that can be easily overlooked but can significantly affect they safety of the car.
Did you know that almost 900 million oil changes are performed in America each year? When you consider that there are more than 250 million cars and trucks on U.S. roads today, no kidding we are a mobile society!
Did you know that bumpers are designed to absorb shocks and then spring out again? Unfortunately, this action can weaken the structural integrity, so even if the collision damage doesn’t look that bad, it’s still a good idea to take it to a collision repair expert.
If only part of the car, such as the side door, is damaged, then it's incredibly important that the paint matches perfectly. That's why many auto body paint shops use advanced computerized paint matching systems that make sure the colors match.
Wearing a seat belt is one of the most important things you can do to protect against injury. Seat belts help to prevent internal injuries by spreading the force of the collision across two of the strongest areas in the human body: the pelvis and the upper chest.
Polyester primer fillers and surfacers are excellent high-build fillers and make for a solid base for most any automotive paint system. The dual component filler and finisher provides superior adhesion to metal, fiberglass, plastic, and steel. It is also easy to sand and is shrinkage free.
In most cases, a front end collision will also involve the rear end of another car, and thus when it comes to repair work front end and rear end accidents often go hand in hand. Front end collision repair involves grill and bumper work, including headlights, and sometimes even replacing the radiator.
