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Choosing from Smart Repairs or File and Insurance Claim After a small accident, your car can end up with minor damages such as scratches, dents, or scuffs. In such cases, you may consider getting a SMART repair instead of filing an auto insurance claim. SMART (Small to Medium Area Repair Techniques) repair can be beneficial in many ways, and in certain circumstances, choosing to avoid filing an insurance claim and pay out of pocket for repairs can be the right choice. Firstly, opting for a SMART repair is cost-effective, as the repair is localized to the damaged area only. This means that the cost of the repair is much lower than the overall cost of a traditional repair, which would include repainting the whole panel. This makes it the perfect solution for minor damages such as scrapes and small dents. Secondly, a SMART repair is a quick and efficient solution, often taking no more than a few hours. As a result, you can get back to driving your vehicle soon after the ... read more

Dry ice cleaning is something quite new in the industry. This means that it's getting talked about more and more, but what does it exactly mean? If you continue reading, you will find out what this procedure is, how it's done, and a few benefits it offers in comparison to similar alternatives. What Is Dry Ice Cleaning?     Dry ice cleaning is a procedure where the undercarriage of the vehicle can be cleaned with maximum efficiency. When cars are driven on the road, they collect a lot of dirt and debris, which are hard to get rid of when stuck underneath the car. This means that cleaning them with normal methods and products isn't very effective.  Here comes the innovative dry ice cleaning method. The process consists of blasting the dry parts with dry ice particles, which easily cleans them and doesn't damage them in comparison with other methods. But what is dry ice? Simply put, it's the solid form of the gas carbon dioxide ... read more

What's better than a freshly painted or brand-new car? Almost nothing, right? Well, sadly, that fresh pain we are talking about is doomed to get scratched, or in the worst case, chipped away because of a dent. And when talking about road accidents, things get even worse. The only way to fix these things is by getting them corrected or repainted. This can either be done at home, with whatever supplies are lying around, or at an auto body shop - by professionals who know what they are doing. But what is the difference? Well, if you continue reading, you will find out because we will give you the main differences between the two so you can decide which one is better. At Home Paint and dent corrections can be done at home, but the results might not be what you expected. Most of the time, store-bought kits aren't as good and don't match the paint of your car. They can even damage it further or cause cracks in the body. Let's not get you confused and point ... read more

Scratches and dents are an inescapable part of owning a vehicle. From little rocks hitting your front bumper to incidents while parking, all of them result in some sort of damage to the exterior of your car and make it look worse and not maintained. If you want to avoid that, continue reading because we will give you four for keeping your vehicle as dent and scratch free as it can be. 1. Don't Trust The Side Mirrors One of the most used parts of the vehicle is the side mirrors. They are used when merging in traffic, parking, or even just to keep an eye on the surroundings while driving. But one thing that is commonly overlooked is the way you see things. Depending on the angle, some things might appear closer or further than they actually are. This can mislead drivers into doing maneuvers that result in scratches or dents. If you want to avoid this, make sure you always check by looking around, especially in your car's blind spots. 2. Park Carefully ... read more

Have you heard of paint and dent repairs or retouches and wondered what they mean? If you want an explanation of the whole process and why it is important, you are in the right place. Down below, you will find information about the preparation and execution of the processes alongside some things to look out for. Paint Repairs And Retouches Paint repairs are usually done when the paint is damaged and is very noticeable. On the other side, retouches are done when there are little scratches that can be fixed within minutes. Let's look into the paint repair process because it's more complex and may need more explanation. Here are the steps that go into paint repairs and retouching: Preparing the damaged surface. Determining the depth of the scratch or chip - then making it level with the surrounding paint. Putting on a first layer of primer. Then paint matching and painting the damaged area. Sealing in the newly repaired paint with a clear coat and/or ceramic coating. Dent R ... read more