When writing auto repair estimates the auto estimator must add for clear coat. The clear coat takes time to spray onto the vehicle and it is expensive. Therefore, there should be a charge for the time that it takes to mix and apply it and a charge for a cost of the material. The time […]
Auto Repair Estimates – Part 13 – Deducting For Paint Overlap
Paint times are given in the estimating guides as well. In the Mitchell estimating guides, the refinish labor time, R&I time, O/H time are usually right under the title of each part. The R&R time is usually listed with the part. All paint times are determined for painting one panel at a time. However, many […]
Auto Repair Estimates – Part 11 – Accident Sequence
There are no absolutes when it comes to auto accidents. Although there are some predicted actions that a driver usually makes during an accident. If you are traveling down the road and you see a car coming towards you, what are you going to do? Chances are that you will hit your brakes and/or turn […]
Auto Estimating – Customer Sales and Service – Lesson 10
These lessons are now open to help collision repair students learn from home. I am lifting the Patron fee to access this content during this time, as many schools are closed. However, I do appreciate your support and hope my Patrons continue to support this website and training. If you would like to help and […]
Auto Estimating – Lesson 9 – Vehicle Construction
These lessons are now open to help collision repair students learn from home. I am lifting the Patron fee to access this content during this time, as many schools are closed. However, I do appreciate your support and hope my Patrons continue to support this website and training. If you would like to help and […]