How Many Estimates Should I Get After An Auto Accident?

Elmwood Collision • July 24, 2020

How Many Collision Shop Estimates Do You Need?

How Many Estimates Should You Get For a Collision Repair?

Is Your Insurance Company Recommending You Go To One Particular Shop?

After an auto accident people often go to the collision shop recommended by their insurance company. Many people don't know that they can choose their own auto body shop. While it's understandable that people want to get multiple estimates so they can make the best decision possible, how many estimates are really necessary? The best answer may be to STOP once you find the shop that you are comfortable with!


Elmwood Collision understands the most common issues people are dealing with when choosing a repair facility.


  1. People want an experienced and reputable shop that is familiar with the type of damage on their particular vehicle.
  2. People are also looking for a shop that understands that transportation may be an issue while their vehicle is being repaired. A shop that can help them with getting a rental vehicle would be a plus.
  3. People also want to know that if any accident related damage is found during the repair process that the body shop will work with their insurance company to make sure that the additional work is paid for and completed.
  4. Most people want to know that the shop will assist them as much as possible with their insurance claim.


After finding a shop that you are comfortable with it's time to schedule your collision repair. Elmwood Collision treats their customers' vehicles as if they were their own. When you bring your vehicle to Elmwood Collision, you'll receive the same great repair work and service that they've been known for since 1979!


If you need help with any of these considerations call Elmwood Collision at 716-874-3215 or if it's more convenient you can schedule an appointment at their website.

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