When your car is damaged, the idea of navigating the repair process can seem overwhelming. You want your car repaired to its original state, and you don’t want to spend too much time making decisions because you want the work completed. Fortunately, most people don’t have a great deal of experience having auto bodywork completed, which means it can be overwhelming when the time comes to have the job completed. Knowing what to expect makes the process less stressful and hassle-free.
Do You Have To Pay for the Auto Body Work Estimate?
Never pay for an estimate. It is normal to want more than one estimate when having repair work done. A garage that charges for the estimate is determined to make money off you, whether they receive the repair job or not.
A reputable garage understands that estimates are part of the cost of doing business. They will put together an estimate for you free of charge. They understand you may be visiting other garages as well and that the estimate does not entitle them to the job. Putting together estimates for potential customers is just part of the job.
Who Chooses the Garage?
When you are ready to get an auto body work estimate your insurance company may have some garages they recommend, that they have had good experiences with, or even that their other clients like. They cannot, however, require you to use a particular garage. You choose the business you want to complete the work on your car.
If you feel pressured by the insurance company to use a particular garage, let them know that you are aware the choice is yours. You can contact them after you get your estimates. When you are ready for that estimate, contact Northeast Collision. They can provide you with an estimate, free of charge, and let you know about how long the repair will take.
