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Accident Checklist
       
  • Call the police if somebody is injured or killed, if a vehicle can't be moved, or if the accident involved a hit-and-run driver. Your uninsured motorist coverage pays for a hit-and-run accident only if you report the accident to the police.
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  • Get the other driver's name, address, telephone number, license plate number, driver's license number, and insurance information. Give the other driver the same information about you. If the other driver refuses to give you their information, contact the police immediately.
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  • Record the insurance company name and the policy number exactly as shown on the other driver's proof-of-insurance card. Similar company names can cause confusion, so make sure you write down the correct company name.
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  • Get the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of any witnesses to the accident.
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  • Notify your insurance company as soon as possible. Your company probably has a 1-800 number to report claims. If not, call your agent. Some agents have authority to settle small claims. Also, give your agent or company the names and addresses of any witnesses and injured persons.
Contact the shop that you want to do the repairs on your vehicle and set up a tow or an appointment to have your vehicle repaired. If you need a rental vehicle and you are covered on your insurance policy or the other party's insurance is paying the bill, ask the shop if they can assist you in setting up the rental. Contact the insurance company responsible for the bill and let them know where your vehicle is located or what shop it will be at and ask for a claim number. If the insurance company wants to inspect your vehicle at your home or at their drive in claims center, you may agree to do this or ask them to inspect it at the shop of your choice and set up a day to drop your vehicle off at the repair shop. Inform the shop of your claim number and from this point on, they will negotiate on your behalf to insure your vehicle is returned to pre-loss condition. Getting a Rental CarIf you have more than basic liability coverage or your accident was caused by another driver, you should be able to get a rental car while yours is being repaired:
       
  • If the other driver was to blame, his or her liability insurance will pay for a rental car.
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  • If the accident was hit-and-run or the other driver was uninsured and at fault, your UM/UIM property damage coverage will pay for a rental car.
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  • If your car was stolen and you have comprehensive insurance, your company will provide a set amount each day, up to your policy's limit, for a rental car.
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  • If your car is being fixed or replaced for some other reason, your insurance company won't provide a rental car unless you have rental reimbursement coverage.
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  • If your vehicle is unsafe of illegal to drive due to the accident, you are entitled to a replacement vehicle immediately upon being issued a claim number. Otherwise, the insurance company may want to contact the shop to insure parts are available before they begin paying for the rental.
Q: The insurance company or the party paying for the damages has told me to get two or three estimates. Am I required to do this?

A: No. There is no law requiring you to get more than one estimate and if you know what shop will be repairing your vehicle, it is not necessary to get an estimate from them either. The insurance company will write an estimate on your vehicle and the body shop will supplement the insurance company on any additional damage beyond their original repair estimate. With multiple estimates in hand, the paying party will likely pay for the repair based on the lowest estimate. The problem is that the consumer ends up with substandard repairs because of an incomplete estimate. For example Shop A writes an estimate including several operations necessary to restore your vehicle properly. These could range from an alignment check, paint blending to match the color of your paint to the rest of the vehicle, corrosion protection/rust-proofing, removal of body trim, aiming the headlamps, buffing the vehicle, etc. Shop B writes an estimate and omits the above operations from the estimate. The insurance company pays for the repairs based on the estimate from Shop B and the owner is left with a vehicle with substandard repairs and negative results often showing up months or years later. 

Q: Will my vehicle be restored to pre-loss condition?

A: Reputable shops have the facilities, equipment and trained technicians required to restore your vehicle aesthetically and structurally equal to its' pre-accident condition.


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After the Accident

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  • Call the police if...
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  • Record the insurance company name...
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    "Excellent body shop, after wrecking my 3 week old 2012 Honda Civic I thought the car would never be the same. Once Raul and company finished with it you'd never know how bad it was wrecked. From the moment the tow truck driver arrived at the accident to when I picked my car up the customer service was outstanding. They dealt directly with the insurance company, kept me in the loop about what was going on and the progress of the repairs, and didn't sacrifice the quality of the work by using aftermarket or re-manufactured parts. If you want your car fixed right the first time call Raul and he will get you taken care of. I can't say enough about how pleased I am with the staff at Quality, this was my first and hopefully last major wreck and they made the whole process as painless as it could be."
    Jason Harris
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    Deborah
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    Karen
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    Kristin Jones
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    Shawn Schoellkopf
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    "Such an outstanding shop! Your office staff is AMAZING,especially the office manager Priscilla!! She went above and beyond her way to help me with my claim. I am a customer for life!"
    Tiffany
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    "My 2 week old truck threw the serpentine belt in my drive way. The dealership used Quality Wrecker Service for warranty work. I want to express my appreciation to Joe Dyer the driver who picked up my vehicle. He was very courteous and took great care of my vehicle even covering the seats before getting in the vehicle. We never want to use a towing company, but it is nice to know there is at least one good one out there. Thanks again, Joe Dyer and Quality."
    Randy Littlejohn
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    "I was involved in a traffic accident a few weeks ago and had never had to deal with an auto body shop before. Thankfully my one and only time was with such a fantastic company! They were completely professional, did a great job fixing my car and really cared about my satisfaction. I highly recommend Quality Paint & Body Shop. Raul and his staff were exceptional to work with! Also, the tow truck driver (I don't have his name) was quite nice too! My insurance adjuster also indicated that he hasn't had complaints about the work this company has done in the past and everyone seems quite pleased. AND...Enterprise was Johnny on the Spot with a rental. Seriously, what I thought was going to be a dreadful experience ended up so easy and my car looks great!"
    Mel
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    "I recently had an accident where my "07 Chevrolet Tahoe had extensive front end damage and was towed from the scene by a different towing company. Quality sent over its own wrecker service immediately and had my vehicle towed to there shop where the insurance company did the estimate the work was perfumed and they also replaced a lost key. The work was impeccable and not only was it exterior damage a professional mechanic was brought in to replace the radiator and condenser which was also damaged. Hands down not only the best body work but service and professionalism as well!!!!"
    Kenyun Jackson
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    "There is a reason why they call this place "Quality paint and body", Quality is their number one agenda. Not only did they make my car look entirely new, they were always cordial and even followed up with me when dealing with the idiot claims adjuster. Having dealt with other body shops in the past, I was surprised to s�e how professional these guys were. Thank You so much Quality Paint and Body! And thanks so much Raul!"
    Hung Nguy�n
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    "My wife did some moderate damage to the rear end of her car backing out of our driveway late May 2017. I did not hesitate to take my vehicle to Quality Paint and Body. They are honest, up front and the work is the best I've seen. The staff is friendly and they help you through the process of insurance claims. The service manager Raul is great. This is the place to go if you want honesty, integrity and Quality work. I recommend Quality Paint and Body to all my friends without reservation. They are the best!"
    John
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    "My 2014 Nissan Altima was repaired at quality. The work done was excellent and the car was in better shape than before the wreck. I would highly recommend Quality paint and body. My thanks to Raul. 5 *****."
    Bill McClead
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    "Quality repaired my car after a wreck several years ago and did an excellent job. They made the process of dealing with insurance and recovering from an accident so smooth and easy. Recently, I noticed some paint fading on the hood that had been repaired after the accident. After six years, they still covered it under warranty, completing the job quickly and in the time promised. I would recommend their service to anyone."
    K. Nance
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    "If you need quality repairs done in your vehicle, Quality Paint & Body is the place to go. Raul, is a total professional who is fully committed to customer satisfaction. My Mercedes was left in "like NEW" condition after the repair. Not only was the damaged removed, my car looked as good as when I bought it off the showroom. No need to take your car anywhere else. Raul and the professionals at Quality paint & body will take care of your vehicle as if it where their own. Raul, 5 star treatment my friend, thank you!"
    Eddie Zuniga
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    "I wrecked my car 2 weeks ago. Ask Mr. Raul Garcia please save my car and did just that thank you Mr Raul Garcia"
    Brenda M.
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    "My son has a 2011 Mustang with a vinyl stripe from front bumper to rear bumper. It continued to crack and peel making his beautiful Mustang look terrible. We took it to Raul at Quality Paint & Body and they removed the vinyl stripe and replaced it with a painted stripe, it looks AMAZING!! Not only do they do beautiful work but they also treat you like family and truly care about the quality of work they deliver. If we are ever in need of paint or body work we will take our cars to Quality Paint & Body!"
    Debbie Propper
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    "II had my vehicle repaired in n the body shop at Quality Paint and Body and the device was excellent. Once they fixed it I couldn't tell where the dent was. It looked owed brand new. Raul provided excellent customer service and was very pleasant and honest about our estimate. The whole staff was pleasant to deal with. Our vehicle was ready sooner than I expected. I would highly recommend them, and will use them for any future auto repairs."
    T. Kizzee
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    "Quality Paint and Body just fixed my Nissan Rogue and did a wonderful job. They delivered the vehicle back to me on my side of town. The young man, Brent, that delivered the vehicle to me was very sweet and very helpful. He should be a spokesman for Quality Paint and Body, he was so positive and proud of the work that was done, and he was right to be. My car is like a whole new car now. Raul helped me with my car, making sure everything got taken care of and he even went through hours of video tape to see what happened to my floor mats and brought them to me at my home. I will definitely use this company again."
    Kim Phillips
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    "First my wife was hit in an accident and her car was towed from the accident scene to Quality Paint and Body. After about a week, we went to pick up her car and it was better than it had been before. The front of the car had been totally replaced and even some other scratches that were there before were fixed. A few months later I took my car there to have the front bumper repaired for cosmetic reasons. I paid a VERY reasonable out of pocket price and was so pleased with the work then. Afterwards, I was in an accident and the new bumper was now totally ruined. I brought it back to Quality again and after another week, I felt like I received a new car. Whether in an accident or not, I will always bring my cars back to Quality. They are professionals that you can trust, even better than the dealership."
    BT
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    "This was my second time using Quality Paint & Body. The service was exceptional as well as the workmanship. Raul and his staff made my experience very easy and pleasant. My car was even ready before I expected and it looked better than the day I bought it. This is a business that practices honesty, integrity, great coustomer service and quality work."
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    "Had a accident, decided to try Quality Paint & Body, was a little worried with body shops due to a bad experience with Service King ( never ever will I go back there.) So we went to Quality paint & Body, wow!!!! What service!!!! EXCELLENT WORK!!!! Love the results. Thank you Raul, you were so helpful and sweet."
    Hilda Elizarraraz
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    "Awesome customer service. My car was delivered to me at night even though it was after business hours."
    Ricky Vee