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the Estimate Process at Cumming Collision Center, your vehicle
is inspected and relevant data is entered into estimate computer
systems. The data is complied and used to create an estimate
that determines the cost of repairs. However, some damage can
not be seen until after the vehicle is disassembled. |
Once
the estimate is completed, the insurance company will review the
estimate. There may be some negotiations on the price and
procedures required to repair the vehicle. The insurance company
will determine if the vehicle is even repairable. Once this
process is completed, the vehicle begins the actual repair
process. |
In the
Disassembly, hidden damage is often found and inner structure
repairs are determined. Many times this will require scheduling
insurance re-inspection and ordering additional parts. |
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| The
required parts for your vehicle are ordered and checked for
availability. Any special orders are placed as soon as possible.
Although many parts may arrive very quickly, the repair process
can not begin until the shop receives all the structural parts. |
In the
Structural Repair area, the unitized body is returned back to
the factory specification. A sophisticated measuring system is
used to monitor all phases of this process. A computer based
measurement system is used to analyze the frame of your vehicle
and assures an accurate repair. |
The
Body Repair Department replaces exterior panels and all metal
finishing that may be required. The vehicle begins to come back
to life as sheet metal is installed and aligned. From here the
vehicle will go to the paint preparations department. |
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| Paint
Preparation is a critical step in the refinishing process of
every vehicle. All panels prepped, primed, and sealed to assure
good adhesion when the final top color and clear coats of paint
are applied. |
Final
moldings and detail pieces are put back on the vehicle in the
reassembly area. All the vehicle's systems are checked during
this process. The vehicle is almost complete and ready for
delivery when it is in this stage. |
During
the repair process the vehicle accumulates dust from the
repairs. Your vehicle will be cleaned and road tested to ensure
that everything is working properly. A final inspection will
assure that the vehicle is restored to its pre-accident
condition. |
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Delivery is the last step in the repair process. When you arrive
to pick up your vehicle, the bill is explained and the final
paperwork is completed. You drive away in a vehicle that has
been restored to its pre-accident condition. |
Why
Cumming Collision Center?
When you bring your vehicle to
Cumming Collision Center for
repair you will be greeted in
our reception area by a member
of our office staff. You are
welcome to enjoy our waiting
area while your estimate is
being processed using our
high-tech Pathways estimating
system.
Collision repair is crucial to
the safety and performance of
your vehicle. Our highly skilled
certified technicians use only
the highest quality equipment,
parts, and materials.
To ensure your vehicle is
repaired to manufacturer
specifications our
state-of-the-art collision
facilities utilize Car-O-Liner
and Cheif Frame Machines and
Electronic Measurement Systems.
We also have the latest in
Manufacturers tools and
equipment and automotive factory
based training.
Should mechanical repairs be
necessary, Cumming Collision
utilizes Four Wheel Computer
Alignment System, and the latest
Tire Changer, and Balancing
machines.
As your vehicle is nearing
completion, our certified
refinish technicians use
computerized paint mixing
machines to match your existing
finish. We use state of the art
downdraft paint booth’s during
the process. Quality and
customer satisfaction is our
number one goal.
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