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Park Place Services

Bodywerks Repair Process

Because the collision repair process is very different from other automotive processes, we want to take a few minutes to help you develop an understanding of the various checkpoints through which each vehicle must pass before completing the repair cycle.

  1. Initiation : The process begins when you file a claim with your insurance company.
  2. Insurance Appraisal : After you arrive at BodyWerks, we promptly schedule an appointment with your insurance company to appraise the vehicle. Upon accepting liability for the repairs, work begins.
  3. Disassembly of Vehicle : When disassembling the vehicle, we first look for additional uncovered damage. If this kind of damage is found, a secondary appraisal is required from your insurance company. If no additional damage is found, the necessary parts are ordered immediately.
  4. Ordering and Delivery of Parts : While most parts are available for delivery within a few days, some parts may take longer. Work begins when all parts arrive so the vehicle may be reassembled properly.
  5. Structural & Mechanical Repairs : This is the point at which we begin to restore your vehicle. We mount your vehicle on a frame machine, and our metal technicians go to work. At this point, we also make sure to inform you of the updated status of your vehicle.
  6. Priming and Paint Prepping : By priming, sealing, protecting against corrosion and chemically treating the body panels, we take the utmost care in preparing your vehicle for painting.
  7. Painting and Buffing : Our multi-step painting process involves a preliminary taping, bagging and masking, followed by painting, refinishing and buffing. While this process takes time, it’s necessary so that our paint technicians can ensure your finish looks as close as possible to the original paint job.
  8. Trim-Out and Final Repairs : This is the last step. All trim and molding is installed, then we begin any necessary mechanical repairs, including suspension, alignment and air conditioning work.
  9. Wash, Inspect and Test Drive : At this point, all repairs are complete. However, we want to make sure your vehicle is clean, inside and out. After washing your vehicle, we test drive your car to make sure it's running up to standard. Your vehicle is now ready to be delivered.