Getting into a car accident is stressful enough without having to figure out the insurance process on your own. If you’re in the Dearborn area and need help filing an insurance claim for auto body repairs, this quick guide will walk you through what to do—from the moment the accident happens to dropping your vehicle off at the shop.
Whether you’re located in Dearborn, Taylor, Allen Park, Southgate, or Lincoln Park, this information applies to you and can help make the process easier and faster.
Step 1: Stay Calm and Gather Info
Immediately after an accident, check that everyone is safe. Then collect the following:
- Driver’s license and insurance from the other party
- Photos of the damage (your car and theirs)
- Police report (if applicable)
- Contact info for witnesses
This documentation will be crucial when speaking with your insurance provider or adjuster.
Step 2: Call Your Insurance Company
Once you’re safe and have the details, call your insurance company to report the accident. Most companies will ask for:
- Time and location of the accident
- Description of the damage
- Police report number (if filed)
- Your version of what happened
Let them know you plan to use The Collision Shop in Brownstown for the repairs. Remember—you have the legal right to choose your repair shop, not your insurance company.
Step 3: Schedule an Estimate
The Collision Shop offers free repair estimates. No appointment needed—just drive in. If the vehicle is not drivable, we offer towing services to get it here safely.
Our team can also communicate directly with your insurance adjuster to streamline the process and make sure your vehicle gets repaired using high-quality parts and factory specs.
Step 4: Review the Insurance Approval
Once your insurance company approves the estimate, we’ll review everything with you:
- What’s covered
- What’s not covered
- Parts being used (OEM, aftermarket, or reconditioned)
- Timeline for the repairs
If your policy includes rental coverage, we’ll help arrange a rental or provide a loaner vehicle, depending on availability.
Step 5: Repairs Begin
Our technicians will begin the bodywork and painting process. We specialize in:
- Structural frame repair
- Dent and bumper repair
- Paint restoration
- Auto glass replacement
All repairs come with a lifetime warranty for as long as you own your vehicle.
Step 6: Pick Up Your Car, Good As New
When your vehicle is ready, we’ll call you for pickup. You’ll receive a full breakdown of all the work performed, and we’ll help answer any follow-up insurance questions you have.
We proudly serve drivers in:
- Dearborn
- Taylor
- Allen Park
- Lincoln Park
- Southgate
- Wyandotte
- Brownstown
- Trenton
- Woodhaven
Why Choose The Collision Shop?
- We accept all major insurance providers
- We help waive or reduce your deductible
- We provide direct billing to your insurance
- You get free towing and estimates
- We offer a lifetime warranty on repairs
Visit or Call Us Today
If you’ve been in an accident and need help with your insurance claim and collision repair, trust the team that’s been doing it right for years.
The Collision Shop – Brownstown
📍 19810 Allen Road, Brownstown, MI 48183
📞 (734) 479-6611
🌐 www.thecollisionshopbrownstown.com
Don’t wait—bring your car in or give us a call today. Let’s get you back on the road safely and stress-free.
