Are You Skipping the Insurance?

Naturally, in the State of Illinois you cannot drive around without auto collision coverage.  That does NOT mean that you have to use it EVERY time!  We all know the hazards of making a car insurance claim and then watching our next bill soar out of control.  If we had known ahead of time we might have just paid for the repairs out of our own pocket.

If Arrow Body and Fender of Elmwood Park is your repair choice AND you are paying the bill you may qualify for some REAL savings.  There may be a free towing allowance of up to $150.  You could have your car stored for free for up to 3 days.  The final repair bill on your vehicle needs to exceed $1000.

It is definitely worth looking into.  If you are caught between calling your car insurer or not, why not call Arrow first?  Arrow Body and Fender is Chicagoland’s non-insurance auto repair choice.  Visit their website at www.arrowbodyandfender.com for more details.  Then give them a call for an appointment at their Elmwood Park location (708) 456-9424. 

It’s Pothole Season.

That’s just what we wanted to hear, right?  It’s tough enough around here in the dead of winter, now we have to drive around those mega-potholes that seem to pop up out of nowhere.  It is all too common in Chicagoland during winter driving.  The various suburbs and the city simply do not have the equipment and manpower to keep filling those suckers as quickly as they occur.

The body of your vehicle can take a terrible pounding.  Worst of all, you may not realize the extent of the damage until much later.  This is not like getting into a car accident where the damage is immediately apparent.  You may even want to look into the city helping you with repair bills.  That has happened many times in the Chicago area.

Whatever the case, do not just assume that you survived that recent battle with the dreaded pothole.  Make an appointment at one of Chicagoland’s premier auto body shops.  Arrow Body and Fender has been repairing bodies for 70 Chicago winters.  That’s right…SEVENTY.  Call them for an appointment at their Elmwood Park location (708) 456-9424.

Chicagoland’s Icy Roads.

Is it just me or did it seem like we got hit with winter WAY too early this time?  Before the season was even officially on the calendar we had sub-zero temperatures and several inches of snow.  No one knows for sure what the next two months or so will bring, but one thing is certain, there will be more ice and snow to negotiate on Chicago’s roads.

Many of the surface streets in the suburbs do not get cleared as quickly as the expressways, so be particularly diligent when negotiating those streets.  The only good news is that, generally speaking, drivers are slowing down.  That means when an accident occurs it does not necessarily “total” your vehicle.

If your pride and joy is injured, but not destroyed there is one perfect answer to restore it back to the beauty that it was before the accident.  Your car is part of your family and it needs to not only be road worthy, but looking its best as well.  The answer for nearly seven decades is Arrow Body and Fender.  If Chicagoland’s icy roads get the better of you, please call us for an estimate at our body shop located in Elmwood Park (708) 456-9424.

Trust, trust, trust.

Studies show that people need to see or hear something three times before it registers.  Trust, trust, trust…confidence, confidence, confidence.  You need it from your doctor, your lawyer, your best friend…and yes, from your auto body repair shop as well.  If you don’t have those two things you are leaving the outcome to chance.

When you have a need (and we hope that is rare) for an auto body repair shop you have many choices.  How many of those choices include an establishment that your grandfather could have gone to back in the late 40’s?  How many of them have as their owner a qualified insurance adjuster?  And is the facility state-of-the-art even though it has been around all those years?

All of this adds up to just one choice…Arrow Body and Fender.  Since 1948 they have been Chicagoland’s premier auto body repair and refinishing shop.  Joe Bellocchio Jr. is the son of the founder Joe Bellocchio Sr.  When the need arises do not hesitate.  Call Arrow Body and Fender at (708) 456-9424 proudly located for nearly seven decades in Elmwood Park.

The Importance of Framework.

240 years ago our founding fathers began this great nation with a framework - The Declaration of Independence.  Building a strong framework is the priority in other endeavors as well.  How was your home built?  It started with a solid framework then a home was built on it.  If you need collision repair on your vehicle someone needs to follow the same process.

Imagine if the auto body shop that you choose is off by an inch or two.  Now you run the risk of having additional parts NOT fitting properly.  This will lead to even more time and money consuming repair bills in the near future.  That is not just annoying, but it may also become a safety issue.

At Arrow Body and Fender of Elmwood Park Illinois we use our Star Liner frame unibody rack.  What does that mean to you?  It means that before parts are removed there is confirmation that it will meet the structural dimensions set by the manufacturer.  We will be closed the week of the 4th.  We hope that you and yours will have a safe and happy holiday.

Have You Totaled Your Car?

After all of these years do we really know what defines a “totaled” vehicle?  This term sparks heated conversation between insurers, policy holders, and auto body shops.  The final decision usually hinges upon the amount of money it would take to completely fix your car.  Usually a car is deemed to be totaled when the value of the damage that it has sustained exceeds its resale value.

For example, a car that is worth say $3000 on the Blue Book open market must have sustained less damage than that.  It is also fair to say that a newer vehicle that has sustained many thousands of dollars of damage may be reparable because its restored value is reasonably less than your insurance company wants to pay.

Arrow Body and Fender of Elmwood Park Illinois repairs ALL damages that are deemed reparable.  After 68 years Arrow Body and Fender knows what you are going through with your insurance company and will proceed accordingly.   We are your full service Chicagoland Auto Body repair shop.  Give Arrow Body and Fender a call at (708) 456-9424.

Experienced Chicago Auto Body Repair.

For many people their vehicle is their most prized possession.  Have you seen that TV commercial where the lady named her car “Brad”?  “Brad” was the most important thing in her life and he got injured in a car accident.  It seems silly, but the relationship you have with your car, SUV, pickup, etc. is very personal and very real.

If your “Brad” gets injured the first thing you want to do is make sure that you are not being relegated to just any auto body repair shop because your insurance company says so.  Seek out a Chicagoland auto body repair shop that specializes ONLY in auto body repair.  You don’t need an oil change or tune-up, you need to have your vehicle look as good as new.

It is comforting to know that nearby there is a Chicago collision repair expert with nearly 7 decades of experience!  Call Arrow Body and Fender Service located in Elmwood Park.  Your father did…your grandfather did and when they did they dealt with the same family who runs the shop today.  Point to Arrow and give them a call right away at (708) 456-9424.

Parts are a HUGE Part of the Auto Repair Solution.

When your car is damaged in a collision your mind races.  It generally does not think “down the line” to the issue of what parts will be used to repair your beloved vehicle.  Obviously, you want to go to a body shop that does the job completely and efficiently with a minimum of out-of-pocket expenditure.  You still want the highest quality affordable parts as well.

The last thing in the world that you want is to pay for a particular part then have it installed, only to discover later that the part was defective.  We highly recommend OEM parts (Original Equipment Manufacturer) to ensure that your car or pick-up returns to its original condition.  If you are on a tight budget you must hire an auto body specialist who can price lower-cost parts as well.

For nearly 7 decades in Elmwood Park Illinois your neighborhood area body shop has been the choice of three generations.  You KNOW that you can trust Arrow Body and Fender because your father and grandfather did.  They will make your vehicle look as good as new.  Give Arrow Body and Fender a call today at (708) 456-9424 or visit them at 7536 W. Grand Ave. in Elmwood Park.

Be Careful on the Icy Roads of Chicagoland

Negotiating the highways and side streets of Chicagoland is a real challenge this time of year.  Not only will snowfalls slow us down, but that dreaded black ice is always a day away.  Please be careful.  This is the time of year that single car accidents are very prevalent.  Through little or no fault of your own you lose control of your vehicle, even at slower speeds and crash into something.

If that were to happen, stop and take a deep breath.  Assess the condition of everyone in the car.  The most important thing is to stay calm.  When it is safe to get out of your vehicle walk around and examine the damage.  In this day and age use your cell phone and take several pictures from every angle so there is no dispute as to what needs fixing.

If you are able to drive away, please call Arrow Body and Fender as soon as possible.  They will make every effort to make an accurate estimate of the cost of repairs the FIRST time.  That is so important.  They know what you have gone through.  They have been repairing vehicles in Chicagoland for more than 65 years.  Call for an appointment right away at their Elmwood Park Shop (708) 456-9424.

The Best Way to Find a Reputable Auto Body Shop.

There is one sure way to make sure that you choose the right place to have your vehicle brought back to new after an accident.  Just read the reviews.  When you see that independent people have had a great experience with an auto body shop in Chicagoland it gives you the ultimate peace of mind.  Your car is your baby and you want it to look better than ever!

We invite you to visit the website www.arrowbodyandfender.com and click on the testimonial page.  There you will see comments such as “thanks again for the excellent service you provide” and “I don’t think you realize how grateful I am for your kindness…and taking the time to work with me”.  This includes the simple testimonial that says it all…”Thank you for fixing my car and doing such a great job”.

We at Arrow Body and Fender know that you have dozens of choices after a car accident.  We are fully aware that our reputation is our most important product.  It would be an honor and a pleasure to help you get your vehicle back on the road looking better than ever, as we have done for nearly 70 years.  Call us today at Arrow Body and Fender of Elmwood Park IL to make an appointment at (708) 456-9424.

Beware the Pothole!

We are about to head into pothole season in Chicago.  You know it well as the coming inclement weather starts to render its wear and tear on the busy byways of the city and the suburbs.  Not only to you risk vehicle damage if you hit one, there is a fair chance that you may have a collision trying to avoid a pothole.  Remember to drive defensively and beware of what’s ahead.

• Leave enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you – you will be able to see the oncoming pothole before striking it.

• Always beware of other traffic or pedestrians on the roads before swerving to avoid a pothole.

• Lower your speed on pothole filled roads. More damage can be incurred to a vehicle striking potholes at higher speeds, and effect the handling of your vehicle.

• This is a tough one, but VERY important – DON’T apply the brakes when driving over a pothole. This tilts the vehicle forward and places the amount of stress on the front suspension, which is the first part of the vehicle to strike the pothole.

Sometimes body damage to your car is unavoidable.  Whatever the case may be Arrow Body and Fender Service is standing by to bring your vehicle back and better than ever.  We have been in Elmwood Park serving Chicagoland since 1948.  Your grandfather trusted us and you can too.  Call Arrow Body and Fender at (708) 456-9424.

Choosing a Body Shop for Your Car.

When choosing a place to have your car repaired from the outside your choice should be as carefully considered as your auto mechanic or your dentist.  It has to be someone that you can trust not only this time, but in the future if you need their services again.  One of the most annoying things about so many auto repair companies is that they repair the outside of your vehicle then they try to sell you add-ons like oil changes.  That is NOT what you came there for.

Arrow Body and Fender Service of Elmwood Park Illinois will never ask you to do more than is needed.  Their one and only specialty is collision repair.  Owner Joe Bellocchio worked for years as an insurance adjuster.  That experience comes in mighty handy when dealing with insurance companies - saving you a lot of time and money.

For nearly half a century Arrow Body and Fender has been serving Elmwood Park and the surrounding area with their state-of-the-art facility.  Their technicians treat you like family and your vehicle as if it were their own.  For bodywork you can be proud of for years to come call Arrow Body and Fender today at (708) 456-9424.

Tips to Know Before Having Auto Body Repair.

Auto body repair can be a small fortune.  Here are a few tips to know BEFORE you have an accident.

1.  Make sure you are comfortable with the current deductible that you have on your auto insurance policy.

2.  If your insurer directs you to a prepared list of shops - beware.  They may be tempted to take shortcuts to save THEM money.

3.  Get more than one estimate.  Take careful notes of what each shop will offer for the price.

4.  If the accident was not your fault, insist on original equipment manufacturer parts to get higher quality than salvaged parts.

5.  Check the shop’s reputation and complaint history…easy to do in the internet age.

There are other tips to follow, which we will discuss in the future.  Please know this - for honest, quality work at the fairest price possible trust Arrow Body and Fender repair located in Elmwood Park.  Chicago has been counting on them to repair its vehicles since your grandfather drove an Edsel.  Give Arrow Body and Fender a call at (708) 456-9424.