Everyday Things That Can Cause Damage to Your Vehicle’s Paint
Becker Body Shop Blog
by Becker Body Shop
4M ago
Vehicle owners beware! As a vehicle owner, it’s vital to know what eats paint off a vehicle. Besides keeping your vehicle looking great, safeguarding the paint can also help boost its resale or trade-in value. Unfortunately, chips and dings caused by accidents or poor parking jobs aren’t the only whys and wherefores your paint is scuffed up. Any collision repair professional will reveal that it’s not the big things that will damage your vehicle’s paint but more often a few run-of-the-mill substances that a vehicle encounters that will often harm the paint and even produce permanent damage. So ..read more
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What NOT To Do Following a Vehicle Collision
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by Becker Body Shop
5M ago
Vehicle accidents are unforeseen and nerve-racking events that can leave you feeling beleaguered and bewildered. In those crucial minutes following a motor vehicle accident, it’s important for accident victims to remain calm and collected to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being. Nevertheless, there are certain activities that can further aggravate the situation or muddy your chances of a smooth resolution. Let’s face it. Vehicle accidents can occur with little or no warning, with crash victims left hanging in traumatic situations. As such, judgements may be a bit off immediately following t ..read more
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Know Your Rights When It Comes to a Vehicle Accident
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by Becker Body Shop
7M ago
Nobody ever gets in their vehicle and plans to get involved in an accident.    Let’s face it. Everything else that comes after a collision can be bewildering and give the wrong impression, depending on who you talk to and where you go for assistance. The core problem is that often, anyone who owns a vehicle believes that all dealers, repair technicians and auto body shops are on a mission to scam them. And yes, there are a few bad eggs out there, but a bona fide collision repair facility like Bender Body Shop can be your partner in helping ensure that every dollar you spend is toward ..read more
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HOW TO AVOID CAR DAMAGE WHEN DRIVING IN WINTER WEATHER
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by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
Let’s all agree that the best way to protect yourself and your car during a snowstorm is to eliminate all unnecessary travel. However, we know that sometimes you have places to be or a storm can come unpredicted. Here are our tips on how to drive safely and avoid accidents when driving in winter weather: Keep a winter emergency travel kit in your car. Being prepared for winter is the first step to staying safe on the road in case there’s a road shutdown or your car breaks down. Your kit can include battery booster cables, ice scrapers, a portable shovel, a spare cell phone charger, unperishabl ..read more
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What To Ask an Auto Body Shop?
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by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
After a car accident, you are probably feeling like your head is spinning! As much as you want to forget the setback, when it comes to auto body shops, the quickest option isn’t always the best. Becker Body Shop is here to guide you through important questions to ask an auto body shop before you do business with them, and we’ll answer the questions too in case we’re the right body shop for you! Can I arrange for a loaner or rental car while mine’s in the shop? Depending on the shop or your insurance, you’ll either have to use a rental business to get back on the road or use cars loaned out by ..read more
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Common Repairs We See Everyday
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by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
We meet our best customers by accident, and we’ve seen a fair share of damage done to a variety of vehicles. When it comes to common auto body shop repairs, there is no better place to bring your vehicle for body repair than the experts at Becker Body Shop. Whether you’re just curious or have some damage that needs an auto body repair done, here is our list of the most common auto body shop repairs we do in our auto body repair shop. 5. Fender Benders Don’t confuse your fender for your bumper. The bumper is the plastic covering, while the fender is the metal framing the wheel well. Many fender ..read more
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Tips on How to Take Care of Your Car’s Paint Job
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by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
Getting a new paint job is exciting, makes your car shine, and has you feeling great about driving it. However, because your car will spend most of its time out on the road, keeping that paint looking brand new can be difficult. Here are our tips on how to help your paint job last: Wash your car often. Washing your car helps keep debris and liquids from eating away at your paint. Be sure to use a soap that is meant for car washing. After a nice wash, dry your car using towels also made for cars. When you let your car air dry, it allows the minerals in the water to harm the paint. Wax After the ..read more
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Am I required to use the body shop my insurance recommends?
Becker Body Shop Blog
by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
A lot has to be taken care of after a car accident, leaving you looking towards your insurance agent for answers and guidance on how to get through the process. After all the filed claims and paperwork, the biggest question is: who do you get to fix your car? Your insurance company will most likely give you a few recommendations to use certain body shops. What you may not know is that the choice is 100% yours. It’s actually illegal for an insurance company to require you to use their repair shop recommendation. When it comes to choosing, make sure you’re choosing one that’s right for you, sinc ..read more
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Beat the Heat Before it Beats Up Your Car
Becker Body Shop Blog
by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
Did you know the hottest day ever recorded in Pennsylvania was on July 10th, 1936? The temperature climbed to a sizzling 111 degrees! You certainly don’t want to be caught out sitting in that heat all day, but for our cars it’s a different story. If you don’t have the luxury of a temperature-controlled garage, the heat can cause lots of issues for your vehicle. Be sure to follow along with our guide on how to keep up with your car’s maintenance during the summer months so you don’t end up in the shop. Engine Maintenance A very common issue in the summer is having your engine overheat. Be sur ..read more
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A GUIDE TO PPG PAINTS
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by Becker Body Shop
2y ago
After an accident, the last thing you want to worry about is your vehicle, which is why we suggest bringing it to Becker Body Shop! Our skilled Auto Body Technicians pride themselves on making the auto restoration process as painless as possible with the goal to restore your car back to good-as-new condition. Thanks to our company-wide certifications, we offer a full-service solution that includes painting and detailing as needed to restore your vehicle’s original off-the-lot luster. Becker Body Shop is certified by PPG Industries, the supplier of PPG Paints, and uses their high-quality p ..read more
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