Joe’s Body Shop - Nicholson

12/06/2023

NOW HIRING!!!!

Are you looking for a fresh start in 2024? If so, give us a call at 570-945-1749 or 570-840-4028 TODAY!!

09/22/2023

09/06/2023

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE YOUR REPAIR FACILITY!!!

When you start a claim with your insurance company, most of them will attempt to steer you to one of their “preferred” shops. They will tell you that these particular shops will guarantee their repairs. Well here’s a little secret, any reputable shop will 100% guarantee the work they complete. You are sent to these shops because the insurance company doesn’t have to physically inspect the vehicle or write an estimate. It’s all done for them with very little overhead.

Below is an example of another little secret they fail to mention. Highlighted is a 10% discount an insurance company is given to refer you to their preferred shop. This comes off the repair facilities bottom line and given back to the insurance company.

Here at Joe’s, WE WORK FOR YOU, NOT THE INSURANCE COMPANY. If you are steered to get an estimate at a preferred shop, we will gladly work off that estimate. However, rather than giving the insurance company a discount, I will cut a check directly to you once repairs begin. For example, it would be $312 in your pocket from the photo below.

05/16/2022

Tip of the Day:

DO NOT ACCEPT A PHOTO ESTIMATE FROM YOUR INSURANCE CARRIER IF YOUR VEHICLE GETS HIT WITH HAIL!!! IT IS ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE FOR SOMEONE TO WRITE AN ACCURATE HAIL DAMAGE ESTIMATE FROM PHOTOS. Request an in person estimate or better yet, bring it to Joes!!

04/26/2022

Getting parts isn’t getting any better. We are seeing rental policy limits being maxed out on a regular basis. Call your insurance carrier today and see if you can get a policy with no rental coverage limits. In most cases, rental policies are only up to a 30 day max. Don’t hesitate, it could mean having transportation, or no transportation. For example, we have been waiting for a Kia Sportage front bumper cover for nearly 3 months now.

01/31/2022

Repair times are taking longer and longer due to supply chain issues. Here are a few things to look for on your insurance policy. Be sure to do this before it’s too late.

1. Do you have loss of use, or rental car coverage on your policy?

2. What are your rental policy limits. If you have $20/day for rental, be ready to pay some extra out of pocket. $20/day will not cover the full cost of the rental. $30/day will cover a good portion, and $40/day should cover all costs except for SUVs and Trucks.

3. If you have rental, can you purchase extra coverage that would exceed policy norms? Many repairs are going well over a 30 day policy limit. Many parts are taking over 1 month to arrive.

Hope this helps!! Happy Monday!!

11/26/2021

The BIG RIG is almost back to the rescue!!

11/10/2021

CAUTION: Bambi is on the loose. We have seen a record number of deer hits this year. 25 since last Monday.

TIP: Do not clean the deer hair off your vehicle until WE, or your adjuster have a chance to get photos of the damage. Your Comprehensive deductible is most likely half of your Collision deductible on your policy. You will need to show evidence that you hit a deer for it to fall into this category.

11/01/2021

******************NOW HIRING********************

Job Requirements: A tool box & WORK ETHIC.

Little experience required. We are willing to train you from the ground up. All you need is to have what is nearly impossible to find these days. WORK ETHIC.

02/28/2021

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