Why Autobody Estimates Vary So Much (And What to Look For)

When you receive an $800 quote from Shop A and a $2,200 quote from Shop B for seemingly identical bumper or fender damage, it is natural to feel confused. However, autobody repair estimates rarely vary due to random price markups; instead, they reflect fundamentally different approaches to safety, labor, and repair quality. A low-ball quote […]

Hit a Deer or Moose? Step-by-Step Guide to Wildlife Collision Repairs 

Hitting a deer or moose on a dark Canadian highway is a terrifying experience that happens all too often, but knowing what to do immediately after the impact is critical for your safety. If you find yourself in a wildlife collision, your first priority should be to safely pull over, turn on your hazard lights, […]

Damage Picture Tips

To help us better assess your damage, please use the following tips to take the best pictures possible to send us. Try and keep the resolution from medium to high. You can attach up to 5 pictures.
Take a picture from a distance so that we can see where the damage is in relation to your vehicle.
Take a close up, so we can see more of the detail of the damage.
A close up from another angle is always useful as well so we can see where the damage is in relation to other panels.

What is a VIN Number & Where to Find it

A VIN, or Vehicle Identification Number, is a unique 17-character alphanumeric code used to identify a vehicle. It acts as a vehicle’s fingerprint, containing information about its manufacturer, year, make, model, and other key specifications.

PLEASE NOTE: Your vehicle’s VIN# does not include any personal information about you.

Two pictures to show where to locate your vehicle VIN number.
picture to show where to locate your vehicle VIN number.