Whether you’ve been in a minor fender-bender or a major collision, it is important for Calgary drivers to know what to do after a car accident. Any kind of car accident can be traumatic, but you need to do your best to remain calm and do the right thing. In this guide from Capital Chevrolet Buick GMC, we’ll walk you through the steps you should take in the event of an accident, and if it turns out that you need to have your vehicle repaired, you can rely on the certified technicians in our Collision Centre.
A minor accident is one where there is limited damage to the vehicle, and where there aren’t injuries to involved parties.
A major accident is one where there are injuries/bodily harm to individuals involved.
Even if you feel as though you came out of the accident unscathed, it is a good idea to follow up with your physician, as there might be injuries that are not readily apparent.
If you are not certain of what your insurance policy covers, ask your insurer. More often than not, you will be referred to a trained claims advisor who will help you with filing your claim. In general, as long as you have all the correct paperwork, filing a claim should be easy. Here’s what you’ll need:
Once you submit all of the necessary paperwork, an insurance adjuster will evaluate the damage to your vehicle, provide an estimate of the cost of repairs, and let you know what your insurance company will cover.
As stated earlier, you must file a Collision Report Form with the police if the damage is estimated to be more than $2000. You will then be given a damage certificate, which is required before any auto body shop can start to repair the car. Bring your vehicle to the Collision Centre at Capital Chevrolet Buick GMC, along with the insurance claim information. If the car is undriveable, we can arrange to have it towed for you. We will then inspect the vehicle and provide you with a free estimate. If you agree to our estimate, we will order the parts needed and get to work restoring your vehicle to like-new condition.
The state-of-the-art Capital Chevrolet Buick GMC Collision Centre can handle any auto body work, from minor dents and dings to major collision damage. We work on all makes and models, and we also will handle insurance paperwork, so you can count on us to make the entire process easy and hassle-free. Contact us online or call us at (844) 982-3247 to schedule a free estimate.