If you’ve been in an auto accident, getting your vehicle to an auto body shop for collision repair is the next step. Not only will it fix unsightly damage, but it will also prevent further damage and improve safety. Here are five tips to keep in mind.

What to Do After a Car Accident 

1. Get an Estimate

After you’ve been in a car accident, exchanged information with the other driver, and filed a police report, you have to evaluate the extent of the damage to your vehicle. Start by getting multiple collision repair estimates from reputable shops. Your insurance company may recommend a specific site, but you’re not obligated to choose that location. Select a shop that you are comfortable with that also has a good reputation. 

2. Choose Insurance Wisely

If you’re not at fault, you can go through your insurance or the other driver’s policy to cover the costs of repairs. If you go through yours and you have a collision policy, they’ll provide coverage. If you don’t, you will have to go with the insurance of the driver who caused the accident. Choosing to go through the other person’s company means waiting for police reports and statements determining fault.

3. Avoid Delays

Make sure the collision repairs won’t be held up by any delays. Have the insurance company assess the damage within a week of the accident. The faster the adjuster gets the paperwork in, the sooner you can get your vehicle back on the road. Photographs and a police report of the accident will help speed up the process considerably. 

If you need collision repairs in Texarkana, TX, and the surrounding areas, turn to Kemp Bros Body Shop. With more than 45 years of service, this family-owned and -operated auto body shop offers personalized customer care and a team of highly trained technicians to restore your vehicle. They also work closely with insurance providers and only use the best when it comes to equipment, tools, and paint. For a collision repair estimate, call (903) 794­-9776. Visit them online to view their shop gallery.