The Database Enhancement Gateway last week crossed 10,000 inquiries — an accomplishment not only for the service but also the collision repairers, insurers and information providers…
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An adjuster’s email to some Midwestern direct repair program shops implying seam sealer materials wouldn’t be reimbursed except in rare situations was an error, American…
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Society of Collision Repair Specialists efforts over the past quarter have centered on the estimating services, from additions to clarifications to a soon-to-be-overhauled DEG, leaders said Tuesday….
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The widely used CCC has updated its MOTOR estimating guide with a nod to the recent burst of OEMs stressing pre- and post-repair scans. The…
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The Database Enhancement Gateway, which allows repairers to make inquiries and suggestions of the Big 3 estimating providers, was augmented last year to offer weekly tips for repairers…
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Clear coat for edging isn’t an included operation in CCC, which means shops should know how to add it manually. Those still unfamiliar with adding…
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On Wednesday, we featured collision repair expert Mike Anderson and his discussion of who ought to do the feather, prime and block operation: the painter. Shortly…
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Even when a shop asks and the insurer pays for feather, prime and block, it might involve the wrong labor rate for the wrong technician, the…
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Though it’s sadly by no means a sure thing, a nationwide survey of shops revealed most major insurers lean towards paying collision repairers for several common refinishing…
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The Database Enhancement Gateway, which allows repairers to make inquiries and suggestions of the Big 3 estimating providers, was augmented last year to offer weekly tips for repairers…
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