What to Do After a Collision?
Start With a Professional Estimate
The process starts with a professional inspection of your vehicle. Our technicians assess the visible damage and prepare a detailed estimate based on the repairs needed.
Insurance Coordination
If you’re filing an insurance claim, we can help coordinate with your insurance company and adjuster. We’ll help keep the repair process moving while keeping you informed along the way.
Vehicle Disassembly & Inspection
Once repairs are approved, damaged areas may be carefully disassembled to look for hidden damage. This helps ensure the full scope of repairs is properly identified.
Collision Repairs
With the damage fully assessed, our technicians begin the necessary repairs. Depending on the vehicle, this may include bodywork, structural repairs, panel replacement, or other component repairs.
Painting & Refinishing
When paint work is needed, professional color-matching techniques are used to blend the repaired areas with your vehicle’s existing finish. This helps create a consistent, seamless appearance.
Reassembly & Quality Inspection
After repairs and refinishing are complete, your vehicle is carefully reassembled and inspected. We check the repaired areas, panel alignment, paint finish, lighting, and other components before completion.
Vehicle Pickup
Once everything is complete, we’ll review the finished repairs with you and answer any remaining questions. Our goal is to return your vehicle looking great and ready for the road.
Understanding the Repair Process
Being involved in a collision can leave you with more questions than answers. What happens after the accident? Do you need to contact your insurance company first? How long will repairs take? And what happens if additional damage is found?
At Beshear’s Collision Repair, we understand that collision repair can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never gone through the process before. While every vehicle and accident is different, understanding the general repair process can help you know what to expect from the moment you bring your vehicle in until the day you get back on the road.
From the initial inspection and estimate to insurance coordination, repairs, refinishing, and the final quality check, each stage plays an important role in getting your vehicle properly restored. Some repairs may be straightforward, while others can require additional inspection once the vehicle is disassembled.
Knowing what happens at each stage can help you make informed decisions and feel more confident throughout the repair process. Below, we’ll walk you through the typical steps involved in collision repair and what you can expect along the way.
What Not to Do
After a Collision
Don’t Ignore Visible or Unusual Damage
Even if your vehicle appears drivable, damage underneath the exterior may not be immediately visible.
Don’t Continue Driving an Unsafe Vehicle
If the vehicle has significant damage, leaking fluids, deployed airbags, steering problems, or other safety concerns, avoid driving it until it has been professionally inspected.
Don’t Attempt Major Repairs Yourself
Temporary fixes may make additional damage harder to identify or properly repair. Have the vehicle evaluated by a qualified collision repair professional.
Start With a Professional Estimate
The process starts with a professional inspection of your vehicle. Our technicians assess the visible damage and prepare a detailed estimate based on the repairs needed.
Insurance Coordination
If you’re filing an insurance claim, we can help coordinate with your insurance company and adjuster. We’ll help keep the repair process moving while keeping you informed along the way.
Vehicle Disassembly & Inspection
Once repairs are approved, damaged areas may be carefully disassembled to look for hidden damage. This helps ensure the full scope of repairs is properly identified.
Collision Repairs
With the damage fully assessed, our technicians begin the necessary repairs. Depending on the vehicle, this may include bodywork, structural repairs, panel replacement, or other component repairs.
Painting & Refinishing
When paint work is needed, professional color-matching techniques are used to blend the repaired areas with your vehicle’s existing finish. This helps create a consistent, seamless appearance.
Reassembly & Quality Inspection
After repairs and refinishing are complete, your vehicle is carefully reassembled and inspected. We check the repaired areas, panel alignment, paint finish, lighting, and other components before completion.
Vehicle Pickup
Once everything is complete, we’ll review the finished repairs with you and answer any remaining questions. Our goal is to return your vehicle looking great and ready for the road.
Why Drivers Choose Beshear’s Collision Repair
Professional Collision Repairs
Expert repairs that restore your vehicle’s safety, appearance, and performance after an accident.
Assistance with insurance claims
We work with your insurance provider to simplify the claims and repair process.
Experienced technicians
Skilled technicians delivering reliable repairs with precision and attention to detail.
