Gold Standard Auto Body https://goldstandardautobody.com Collision Repair Shop in Hickory, NC Sun, 01 Dec 2019 04:06:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.5.8 https://goldstandardautobody.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Gold Standard Auto Body https://goldstandardautobody.com 32 32 Do I have a choice of which shop will repair my vehicle? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/do-i-have-a-choice-of-which-shop-will-repair-my-vehicle/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 18:00:34 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=96 Know Your Rights! When an Insurance Company is paying the claim, you the vehicle owner, needs to decide which body shop you would like to have perform the repairs and inform the insurance company. An insurance company cannot require you to have your vehicle repaired at a particular shop. Your insurance company may try to […]

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When an Insurance Company is paying the claim, you the vehicle owner, needs to decide which body shop you would like to have perform the repairs and inform the insurance company. An insurance company cannot require you to have your vehicle repaired at a particular shop. Your insurance company may try to send you to a shop of their choice, but it is your right to choose a repair facility. The job of the insurance company is to explain and answer your questions and concerns of your issued policy and insurance coverage, as well as the use of non-OEM parts, depreciation of worn parts, rental car coverage, pre-loss condition etc. They are paying your vehicle repair bill with your money! Please know that it is your right to choose GOLD STANDARD AUTO BODY to repair your vehicle. We warranty all our work performed on your vehicle. It is YOUR vehicle and it is YOUR choice!

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]]> Do I need more than one estimate? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/do-i-need-more-than-one-estimate/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:59:55 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=94 No, only if you want to discuss the repairs with more than one repair shop. If you have selected Gold Standard Auto Body, you have made the right choice and your insurance company will deal directly with us. The insurance company cannot force you to get multiple estimates, and in most cases cannot force you […]

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]]> No, only if you want to discuss the repairs with more than one repair shop. If you have selected Gold Standard Auto Body, you have made the right choice and your insurance company will deal directly with us. The insurance company cannot force you to get multiple estimates, and in most cases cannot force you to come to a specified location to get an estimate.

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]]> What are OEM parts and aftermarket parts? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/what-are-oem-parts-and-aftermarket-parts/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:59:38 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=92 OEM parts are made by Original Equipment Manufacture. After Market Parts are produced by other manufactures. We do not normally have any problems with aftermarket parts. But in the event that one does not meet our expectations, we will contact the insurance company, and we will get an authorization for an OEM part. After market […]

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]]> OEM parts are made by Original Equipment Manufacture. After Market Parts are produced by other manufactures. We do not normally have any problems with aftermarket parts. But in the event that one does not meet our expectations, we will contact the insurance company, and we will get an authorization for an OEM part. After market and salvage parts are sometimes referred to as LKQ (like kind and quality) parts. Our goal is to repair your vehicle to pre-accident condition. Your insurance policy determines if the insurance company will pay for OEM parts. Check with you agent to see if you can purchase an OEM replacement parts option, if this is your preference. Ask us what the cost difference is if you would prefer new OEM parts.

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]]> What is the difference in estimates for the same claim? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/what-is-the-difference-in-estimates-for-the-same-claim/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:59:22 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=90 Insurance companies and repair facilities may each provide an estimate. Many factors can cause variations between each estimate. Sometimes one will write only what they can see. Another shop may write what they know maybe needed from past experience of hidden damage. One may estimate aftermarket parts as opposed to OEM parts. In many, many […]

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]]> Insurance companies and repair facilities may each provide an estimate. Many factors can cause variations between each estimate. Sometimes one will write only what they can see. Another shop may write what they know maybe needed from past experience of hidden damage. One may estimate aftermarket parts as opposed to OEM parts. In many, many cases, the estimate will change after the vehicle has been torn down. Our shop works with all insurance companies and estimators to ensure quality repairs at a fair price.

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]]> Who are the claimants and the insured? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/who-are-the-claimants-and-the-insured/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:58:55 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=87 You are the insured when your policy is paying to repair your vehicle. Your deductible will usually apply. You are the claimant when someone else’s insurance is paying for your claim. You should not pay a deductible and may be eligible for personal injuries to you and your occupants, and loss of use or rental […]

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]]> You are the insured when your policy is paying to repair your vehicle. Your deductible will usually apply. You are the claimant when someone else’s insurance is paying for your claim. You should not pay a deductible and may be eligible for personal injuries to you and your occupants, and loss of use or rental reimbursement while your vehicle is being repaired.

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]]> Who do I pay the deductible to? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/who-do-i-pay-the-deductible-to/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:58:34 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=85 If you deductible is not waived, it will be your responsibility to pay us when you pick up your vehicle.. You can call your agent and he can tell you if the insurance company has waived your deductible or whether it will be your responsibility.

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]]> If you deductible is not waived, it will be your responsibility to pay us when you pick up your vehicle.. You can call your agent and he can tell you if the insurance company has waived your deductible or whether it will be your responsibility.

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]]> What if my insurance company says Gold Standard Auto Body is not on their repair program? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/what-if-my-insurance-company-says-gold-standard-auto-body-is-not-on-their-repair-program/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:58:15 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=83 You have the right to go to the repair shop of your choice. Insurance companies cannot require that you go to a particular repair shop. The insurance company may tell you that if you do not use one of their recommended repair facilities, they will not warranty the repairs. This is a fallacy because insurance […]

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]]> You have the right to go to the repair shop of your choice. Insurance companies cannot require that you go to a particular repair shop. The insurance company may tell you that if you do not use one of their recommended repair facilities, they will not warranty the repairs. This is a fallacy because insurance companies do not warranty the repairs; the shop does. Therefore, a Warranty from a reputable repair company and business professional with longevity in your community is what you should require.

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]]> What forms of payment do you accept? https://goldstandardautobody.com/faqs/what-forms-of-payment-do-you-accept/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:57:23 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=81 Personal checks with copy of Driver’s License, Cash, Cashiers Check, or Money Order made to Gold Standard. Insurance Company checks only when our company name is on the check. If an insurance check is in your name only, you will need to deposit it in your account and plan for payment from you direct to […]

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]]> Personal checks with copy of Driver’s License, Cash, Cashiers Check, or Money Order made to Gold Standard. Insurance Company checks only when our company name is on the check. If an insurance check is in your name only, you will need to deposit it in your account and plan for payment from you direct to Gold Standard upon completion of your vehicle. Major credit cards are accepted and are subject to a 3% service fee. Payment in full is due prior to Gold Standard Auto Body releasing the vehicle.

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]]> Collision Repair https://goldstandardautobody.com/services/collision-repair/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 16:04:31 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=72 An accident is stressful and unexpected. Gold Standard cares about you an your car. Our expert team has years of experience and will have your car looking and running like before the collision in no time. Enjoy peace of mind when you choose Gold Standard.

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]]> You never want to imagine or plan for an accident, but when it happens it’s great you know there’s a place that will take care of you. Gold Standard cares about you an your car. Our expert team has years of experience and will have your car looking and running like before a collision in no time. Enjoy peace of mind when you choose Gold Standard. You never want to imagine or plan for an accident, but when it happens it’s great you know there’s a place that will take care of you. Gold Standard cares about you an your car. Our expert team has years of experience and will have your car looking and running like before a collision in no time. Enjoy peace of mind when you choose Gold Standard.

You never want to imagine or plan for an accident, but when it happens it’s great you know there’s a place that will take care of you. Gold Standard cares about you an your car. Our expert team has years of experience and will have your car looking and running like before a collision in no time. Enjoy peace of mind when you choose Gold Standard. You never want to imagine or plan for an accident, but when it happens it’s great you know there’s a place that will take care of you. Gold Standard cares about you an your car. Our expert team has years of experience and will have your car looking and running like before a collision in no time. Enjoy peace of mind when you choose Gold Standard.

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]]> Vehicle Painting https://goldstandardautobody.com/services/vehicle-painting/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 16:02:40 +0000 http://tmp.goldstandardautobody.com/?p=70 Whether you need your vehicle painted for damage, age, or are going for an entirely new color, we can take care of you. With a state-of-the-art american made spray booth and one of the most talented painters around, your car is in great hands.

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]]> Whether you need your vehicle painted for damage, age, or are going for an entirely new color, we can take care of you. With a state-of-the-art american made spray booth and one of the most talented painters around, your car is in great hands. Whether you need your vehicle painted for damage, age, or are going for an entirely new color, we can take care of you. With a state-of-the-art american made spray booth and one of the most talented painters around, your car is in great hands.

Whether you need your vehicle painted for damage, age, or are going for an entirely new color, we can take care of you. With a state-of-the-art american made spray booth and one of the most talented painters around, your car is in great hands. Whether you need your vehicle painted for damage, age, or are going for an entirely new color, we can take care of you. With a state-of-the-art american made spray booth and one of the most talented painters around, your car is in great hands.

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