A big collision repair job can be very costly. You not only need the best possible workmanship for the job, but you need to be sure that the work being done is absolutely necessary, and it is done with the best intentions of getting your vehicle back on the road in a timely manner, and safely.

1. How To Find A Reliable and
Trustworthy Collision Repair Body
Shop
By Steve Frizzell
A big collision repair job can be very costly. You not only need the
best possible workmanship for the job, but you need to be sure that
the work being done is absolutely necessary, and it is done with the
best intentions of getting your vehicle back on the road in a timely
manner, and safely.
Provincial law, along with insurance regulations in Canada, require that a repair facility
provide written estimates, and be accountable for them. They are also obligated to
notify the customer of all increases over and above the estimate, if additional problems
or complexities are discovered. Customers are also allowed to request that original
parts be turned over to the owner when they are replaced.
If you are facing a major restoration job or are in need of collision repair, it is always
wise to get a second or even third opinion from another repair shop. There shouldn't be
any large discrepancies between estimates. Go with your gut on which body shop you
think is the most trustworthy, reliable, and honest.
If they all seem that way, don't pick the most expensive, and don't pick the least
expensive. If a quote seems really low, be very careful. Either you're paying for substandard workmanship, cheap parts, or the body shop is being untruthful. Remember,
you always get what you pay for.

2. Technology is beginning to play a role in helping out with collisions. Outer city roads are
typically traveled less than inner city roads. In the event that an accident happens on
low traffic roads, or in remote locations, and everyone involved are immobilized, use
your smart-phone to find a collision repair facility. Actually, first call the police to report
the accident, and then find a collision repair facility.
Don't rely on the tow truck driver to take you to his preferred choice. He gets paid
commissions for bringing in wrecked cars. So you aren't necessarily getting the best
auto body shop to do the repairs. Instead, Google "body shop" followed by your city
name. Find a list of collision repair shops in your city that's relatively close to where the
accident occurred.
Don't take too long picking a shop. Pick the first one in Google's results and call them.
Call two or three body shops, and find out what type of service they offer. The body
shop that you choose, you want them to be honest, reliable, and efficient. They don't
have to be a preferred supplier for your insurance company.
Some insurance companies will tell you that you have to use one of their preferred
vendors, otherwise the repair work won't be warrantied. Sadly, that's a myth. The
insurance companies don't warranty the work regardless of where you go. The repair
shop is the one that warranties the work. Therefore, take it wherever you want and don't
be bullied by your insurance company.
At the time when you need a collision repair business, you might be a little shaken up
from the accident that you were just in. That's not the ideal time to be looking for
someone to repair your vehicle. Google a phrase such as "body shop", followed by your
city name, to find a list of the local repair businesses.

3. Call two or three places and let them know that you're looking to create a relationship
with one collision repair business. That way, in the unlucky event that you're involved in
an accident, you'll know exactly who to contact. Make sure that the business you
choose is both friendly and clean. They should also be helpful and responsive to your
request to meet with them.
Majestic Collision Repair is Guelph's auto body experts. If you've been in an accident
and require collision repair, they'll take you step-by-step through the entire process.
They deal directly with your insurance company, and also provide valet shuttle service
and rental car assistance. As a nice finishing touch, they also provide a complimentary
car detailing. If you've been in an accident, or just need some minor cosmetic work
done, Majestic Collision is your body shop Guelph.