Posted on 6/2/2023
Choosing from Smart Repairs or File and Insurance Claim After a small accident, your car can end up with minor damages such as scratches, dents, or scuffs. In such cases, you may consider getting a SMART repair instead of filing an auto insurance claim. SMART (Small to Medium Area Repair Techniques) repair can be beneficial in many ways, and in certain circumstances, choosing to avoid filing an insurance claim and pay out of pocket for repairs can be the right choice. Firstly, opting for a SMART repair is cost-effective, as the repair is localized to the damaged area only. This means that the cost of the repair is much lower than the overall cost of a traditional repair, which would include repainting the whole panel. This makes it the perfect solution for minor damages such as scrapes and small dents. Secondly, a SMART repair is a quick and efficient solution, often taking no more than a few hours. As a result, you can get back to driving your vehicle soon after the ... read more
Posted on 12/16/2022
Honda Certified Body Shop Or Insurance Direct Repair Preferred Shop You want your vehicle to be repaired safely and correctly when you're involved in a car accident. A Honda-certified body shop is an excellent first place to start looking for a repairer. But not so fast! If the body shop you choose is also in partnership with your insurance company, you may discover a massive conflict of interest. That happened with a customer who brought his late-model Honda vehicle to an OEM-certified body shop. What he got back "after the repair," was a classic case of an insurance Direct Repair Program (DRP) nightmare! He also called to ask the insurance adjusters Industry Standard Repairs in the marketplace. The car was side-swiped. It was just a simple Scratched & Dent Bumper Repair job. However, it's not the job of a Body Shop (or insurance company) to "imagine." It is their job to investigate and properly repair the vehic ... read more