Howard R Martin Auto Body Service

Howard R Martin Auto Body Service AUTO BODY SERVICE IN DES MOINES, IA Howard Martin Auto Body has been in business since 1936. There is nothing that we can't fix!

Family owned and operated, we pride ourselves on our customer care and professional work. We work on all makes and models of both American and Foreign vehicles. Whether it's your teenager learning to drive and had an oopsie, or you were just in the wrong place at the wrong time, give us a call. No job is too big or too small, we just want you back on the road stress free. We're looking forward to your call, don't hesitate, call today!

10/27/2022

A vehicle safety inspection is recommended following any type of collision repair. This will help ensure that all damage was identified and fixed, and that all of your vehicle’s key safety features are working properly.

10/25/2022

Many modern auto paint and clear coat formulas contain special additives that improve the coating’s performance and durability. For example, UV inhibitors protect the finish from fading and yellowing, and flex agents help the coating resist cracking.

10/20/2022

While your insurance company must restore your vehicle to the condition it was in before your collision, the type of parts that can be used to do this can vary. Check your individual policy to see if it specifies whether original equipment manufactured (OEM) parts must be used, or if aftermarket parts are acceptable (which is more common).

10/18/2022

Can’t decide between silver and gray? Choose silver auto paint if you want to stand out in a crowd and be seen as upscale. Opt for gray if you want to be viewed as dignified, understated, mature and comfortable in your own skin.

10/13/2022

One of the most common types of auto collisions is the classic "fender-bender," where two cars are involved in a relatively minor accident. Fender-bender repair most often involves straightening out or replacing bent fenders and replacing or repairing cracked or damaged headlights and turn signals.

10/11/2022

Rust can eat away at the metal on your car, and permanently damage it. We can attack the rust and remove it. The blasting material we will use depends on the extent of the rust and how deeply it has eaten into the metal.

10/06/2022

Before any type of collision repair is performed, a thorough inspection is needed in order to pinpoint any problems or structural weaknesses in the vehicle. Careful attention should be paid to the alignment, suspension, and all mechanical elements.

10/04/2022

On new cars, polymer coatings are sprayed over the paint to protect it from scratches. However, the polymer coating itself can be scratched. We use blasting media that removes one coat at a time, so you can recoat the polymer without worrying about the paint.

09/29/2022

Care to guess which type of auto accident is the most common across the U.S.? If you guessed a rear end crash, you're right. This type of accident is often caused by a distracted driver, and responsibility for the collision is rarely disputed.

09/27/2022

Repair technicians in auto paint and body shops have excellent three dimensional visualization skills. The technicians can view two dimensional drawings and visualize how they would appear and any details they feature as a vehicle repair unfolds.

09/22/2022

Speeding is against the law, and it also puts you at higher risk of injury in a crash. The chance of sustaining a serious injury goes up markedly when traveling faster than the posted speed limit.

09/20/2022

Did you know that if two pieces of metal touch in space, they become permanently stuck together? Two pieces of metal without any coating will form one piece in the vacuum of space. This doesn’t happen on earth due to the atmosphere putting a layer of oxidized material between the pieces.

Address

3700 SW 61st Street
Des Moines, IA
50321

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

+15152447849

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