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How Long Will It Take to Repair My Car? 4 Factors to Keep in Mind

In an on-demand society, people often prefer things to happen at the touch of a button. Unfortunately, some things just aren’t that simple. Car repairs can take as little as a day, but sometimes, they can stretch out for a week or more. This can be frustrating if you don’t understand why your car is…

6 Things to Ask an Auto Body Shop After a Collision

Getting back on the road after a collision takes some work. It also takes a reliable body shop. In this post, we’ll cover 6 things to ask an auto body shop after a collision. 1. Do I Need to Use the Body Shop Recommended by My Insurance Company? Most companies will allow you to use…

5 Things to Do After a Car Accident

No one plans to get into a car accident. But that doesn’t mean you can’t plan for how you would respond if one took place. In this post, we’ll cover the 5 most important things to do after a car accident. 1. Seek Medical Help First, ensure your safety—and the safety of any other drivers…

Repairing Vehicles After Storm Damage from Falling Limbs

After a storm, you could be looking at serious damage from hail, flooding, and wind. If you find that a storm has caused a tree limb to fall on your car, you could be looking at body damage, along with broken glass. Thankfully, both of these can be fixed by a reliable body shop. In…

What is Done During Fiberglass Repair?

Fiberglass is a strong, durable material that resists the corrosion and abrasion that can affect metals. The automobile industry has long relied on this lightweight material for a variety of parts, including the body of your car. Fiberglass repair isn’t a terribly complicated process, though it’s best to leave it in the hands of a…

5 Things to Look for in an Auto Body Shop After a Collision

An automobile collision can be a stressful experience. The last thing you want is more stress when you’re dealing with car repairs. Even a minor collision can require expensive body work. Choosing the right body shop can ensure that you get affordable service without sacrificing quality. How do you choose which body shop to use?…

How Can Frame Damage Be Repaired After an Accident?

How Can Frame Damage Be Repaired After an Accident? It might not surprise you to learn that virtually any car frame damage is at least theoretically repairable with modern technology. At Central Auto Body, we do not want to give you false hope, so the real question is this: Is it worth it to have…

Am I Obligated to Use the Auto Body That My Insurance Company Recommends?

Am I Obligated to Use the Auto Body That My Insurance Company Recommends? Spring has arrived, and with it comes rainy weather and hydroplaning. Unfortunately, in addition to birds singing and flowers flowering, spring weather also means collisions. Common damages this time of year include a damaged trunk from a rear-end collision and severe front-end…

Most Common Repairs Needed After a Rear-End Collision

Most Common Repairs Needed After a Rear-End Collision Rear-end crashes are some of the most common types of collisions on the road. Just a few seconds of looking at a phone, talking to passengers, or changing the radio station can lead to one of these wrecks. Luckily, many of these accidents are relatively minor fender…