The aftermath of a car accident is often tumultuous and stressful. Depending on the severity of the damage to your car and any injuries that you may have suffered, you may be struggling significantly with some of these issues. Unfortunately, when it comes to auto collision repair, many people find themselves misinformed about the basics. This often leads to potentially costly mistakes. Here are some of the things that your local collision repair shop wants you to know and understand about collision repairs.
29 November 2021
If you have been in a collision, no matter how minor, chances are there is some body damage. The type and severity can vary widely, depending on what was involved in the impact and the rate of speed. Most body damages fall into one of the five basic types, which can all be repaired by a collision service. 1. Surface Damage Repair Surface damage only affects the paint of the vehicle.
23 July 2021
Tinted windows look great on most cars, but there are some things you need to know about tinting the glass in your vehicle. While most auto glass tinting services are well versed in the law for the area they service, it is essential that you know what is okay when you are considering tinting your car's windows. How Dark Is Too Dark One of the biggest concerns when considering auto glass tinting is how dark you can go legally.
19 April 2021
You might have never put much thought into the coatings on your industrial vehicles. However, instead of just using regular paint or skipping the process of adding a finish to the outside of your industrial vehicles, you should think about ordering military specification coatings to use. These coatings are the same coatings that are used on military vehicles, and they can make a great addition to your industrial vehicles too. Even if your business is not related to the military in any way, there is a good chance that military specification coatings will be a good choice for these reasons and more.
27 January 2021
If you want to change the appearance of your vehicle, changing the tint on your windows is a great way to change up the appearance of your vehicle. You can apply the window tint yourself, or you can hire a professional to take care of the task for you. Step #1: Clean the Glass First, you need to clean the glass before applying the tint to the window. The tint is going to be applied to the inside of the window.
21 August 2020
It's normal for cars to get dings, scratches, chips, and dents from daily use on the road. For the most part, small scratches and dents aren't very noticeable. An accident, big or small, however, can leave a dent or scratch that everyone sees wherever you drive. This can make your vehicle look bad, but it can also lead to other problems if left untreated. Some people don't bother getting needed auto body repairs if the damaged vehicle still works.
19 May 2020
Presuming you're not dealing with the aftermath of an accident, deciding when to have auto body repair work done is oftentimes a personal choice. There are, however, some practical reasons why you may need to visit a car body repair shop. In these 5 situations, it's probably worth the expense. Rust Is Appearing Generally, if you're seeing a few outward patches of rust, there's a lot more going on than you suspect.
20 January 2020
Winter weather is hard on your car's paint whether you live in a snowy area or one that gets a lot of winter rain. If you must park your car outdoors, then you are likely to have more difficulty in keeping your paint looking new. However, there are certain things you can do to protect your car's exterior during long periods of poor weather conditions. Here are some ways that you can protect your car's paint so that it continues to look good throughout the season.
5 December 2019
Many people mistakenly believe that the windshield of a vehicle is only there to keep the rain, wind, and insects out of our face. The windshield of a vehicle is critical to the overall integrity of the car. There are many reasons why you should not put off getting your auto windshield repaired. From rock chips to giant cracks, your windshield's condition can have a direct effect on your driving and safety.
9 September 2019
If you have been in a car accident and your vehicle sustained damaged, one of the first things to think about is where to take it for auto collision repair. During the repair process, there is a good chance your vehicle will need a paint job. Here are three painting techniques used by auto body shops. Car Paint Code Even though you think your car is just plain red, there are actually various shades of red that different car manufacturers use when they make a vehicle.
20 June 2018