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You are not required to get three estimates. Click here to learn to read an estimate.

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You have the right to have the vehicle fixed in the shop of your choice.

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You are completely responsible for your deductible.

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Know the shops capabilities and if they do all the work or sublet portions of the repair process.

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It is illegal for an insurance company to tell you where to have your car repaired.

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Ask for a tour of the shop. You'll learn a lot about how they'll treat your car by the way they maintain their facilities.

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Ask about their guarantees and any limitations and/or restrictions.

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Find out if the shop uses a guaranteed approved paint system. Look for a shop that uses one product system throughout the complete repair process, it makes a difference.

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Look for shops that use automated measuring systems when correcting damage to your vehicle and that they document the process.

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No matter where you get your car fixed, do what you can to make it right. Protect your investment!