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Does Insurance Cover Pre- and Post-Repair Diagnostic Scanning?

Yes, in nearly all cases. Diagnostic scanning now appears on 87.7% of collision repair estimates industry-wide, and most insurers pay for it as a standard line item. At Redeemed Auto ...

What Does a Post-Repair Diagnostic Scan Actually Check?

A post-repair diagnostic scan checks that a completed auto collision repair introduced no new fault codes and that every electrical and safety system reports normal function. At Redeemed Auto Body, ...

When Does Louisiana Sun Damage Require Professional Paint Correction?

At Redeemed Auto Body, we send a car to professional paint correction once it turns chalky, stops beading water, or shows fine cracking in the clear coat. A wash and ...

How to Extend the Life of Your Car Paint in Hot Louisiana Summers

At Redeemed Auto Body, we know that Louisiana's summer heat and UV rays can wear down a car's clear coat over months, not days. Washing weekly, parking in shade, and ...

Should You Repair Collision Damage While Traveling?

Whether to repair collision damage while traveling or after returning home depends on the damage itself, not your location. Safety-related or structural damage should be repaired wherever you are; cosmetic ...

What Should You Do After a Minor Collision on a Summer Road Trip?

After a minor collision on a road trip, stop somewhere safe, check everyone for injuries, and call the police before anything else. Exchange insurance information, photograph the damage, and notify ...

Does Color Matching Affect Your Car’s Resale or Trade-In Value?

Yes. A visible color mismatch from an auto body repair can lower what a buyer or dealer offers, since it signals a prior repair on inspection. At Redeemed Auto Body, ...

What Causes Paint Color Mismatches After an Auto Body Repair?

Paint mismatches after an auto body repair usually come from three sources: sun-faded paint no longer matching its factory code, metallic or pearl finishes that shift color with viewing angle, ...

OEM Parts vs. OEM Procedures: What’s the Difference?

OEM parts are the factory-matched components we install during collision repair services. OEM procedures are the manufacturer's instructions for how those parts must be installed. Your vehicle needs both; getting ...