Repair guides
What To Do After a Car Accident in Toronto
Make sure everyone is safe, move out of traffic if you can, exchange information, photograph everything, check whether you must report it, then contact your insurer and a repair shop.
Read the guideShould You Repair or Replace a Damaged Bumper?
Repair it if the damage is scuffs, small cracks or a shallow dent and the mounting tabs are intact. Replace it if the cover is torn, has several cracks, has broken mounting points, or if the parts behind it are damaged.
Read the guideHow Automotive Paint Matching Works
Paint matching starts with the colour code on your vehicle, then the mixed paint is checked against the car itself because paint fades and shifts with age. Blending the new colour into the panels beside the repair is what makes the match invisible.
Read the guideCan a Dent Be Repaired Without Repainting?
Often, yes. If the paint is not cracked or chipped and the metal has not stretched or creased sharply, a dent can usually be worked back into shape without repainting. Deep dents, sharp creases and dents with damaged paint need body work and refinishing.
Read the guideHow Long Does Collision Repair Take?
Minor cosmetic repairs can take a day or two. Moderate collision damage often takes several days to a couple of weeks. The biggest factors are the extent of hidden damage, parts availability and, for insurance claims, how long approvals take.
Read the guideBody Shop vs Mechanic: Who Repairs What?
A body shop repairs the outside and structure of the car: panels, bumpers, paint and collision damage. A mechanic repairs how the car runs: engine, brakes, suspension, steering and electrical problems. After an accident you often need both.
Read the guideWhat Is Frame Damage and How Do You Spot It?
Frame damage is damage to the structure that holds the vehicle together, not just its outer panels. Common signs are uneven gaps between panels, doors or trunk that no longer close properly, and the car pulling or driving differently after a collision.
Read the guideShould You Repair Scratches Before Returning a Lease?
Usually it is worth getting a repair estimate and comparing it with what the leasing company will charge for the same damage. If the repair costs less than the lease return charges, fixing it first saves money.
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