Welcome to Auto Repair Guide
Auto Repair Northern Virginia Article
This is a selection made from among articles on Auto Repair Northern Virginia. For a permanent link to this article, or to bookmark it for future reading, click here.
How To Choose A Body Shop To Repair Your Car
from: Mark FreemanHaving been involved in an accident when my truck was only three months old, and then having re-painting done while restoring a ten year old vehicle, I've had some experience with body repair shops.
There are different types of body shops out there as we're all not looking for the same quality of work. The first rule I'll give you is that you get what you pay for. If you want to pay $599.00 to have your entire car painted, that's fine. It may be a huge improvement over how your car looked initially, but it wouldn't have suited me in either case mentioned above. I wanted that three month old truck to look like it looked the day I purchased it, and the paint on the hood of that ten year old sports car had to match the rest of the car perfectly.
The best way to find a body repair shop is the probably the same way you found your auto mechanic, word of mouth. Talk with friends and work associates, ask your mechanic. Talk to your neighbors and get their opinions. Everyone knows someone who's had a good, or bad experience. Listen when people talk about their cars and experiences they've had. I called the dealership where I had purchased my truck for a referral.
When you think that you've narrowed it down to a particular shop, check with the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been lodged. Remember that you may find they have a few, but no business can keep everyone happy. Talk with the shop manager if you have any questions or concerns.
Take a look around the shop. Is is kept clean? It won't be sparkling clean due to the type of work, but you shouldn't see dust and filth and chemicals spilled on floors.
Ask to see their work. They should have before and after pictures of their work and will also have cars they are currently working on. Do they have letters of recommendation? A lot of business keep letters from happy customers.
Do they give any type of warranty? Some body shops offer a limited warranty.
Finally, use your gut. How are they interacting with you? Are they taking the time to answer your questions completely or do they seem put off by them? If they seem put off, it's time to look elsewhere.
About the Author
This article courtesy of http://www.bmw-monster.com
Auto Repair Northern Virginia News
Curry's Auto Service Named to Inc. 5000 - PR Web (press release)
Curry's Auto Service Named to Inc. 5000 PR Web (press release) In June 2010, Curry's was chosen by the readers of Northern Virginia Magazine as "Top Auto Shop" in Northern Virginia. Curry's Auto Service is the only auto ... |
Barehanding technique allows power-line repair crews to work with live wires - Washington Post
 Washington Post | Barehanding technique allows power-line repair crews to work with live wires Washington Post Millions of customers across the country benefit, including high-profile clients such as the Department of Homeland Security and several Northern Virginia ... |
On the Trail with Laurie Potteiger - Shepherdstown Observer
On the Trail with Laurie Potteiger Shepherdstown Observer Maryland and Northern Virginia are fairly level, but most of the trail is higher. “Hiking the whole trail is like hiking Everest 16 times from sea level to ... |