Many believe the first step in having their vehicle repaired is visiting a number of shops to obtain the lowest estimate.
Untrue. No law or moral standard says you must have your vehicle repaired at the "cheapest" place.
Would you select a surgeon based on price? Of course not! ... You would choose a surgeon based on their skill, service, knowledge, and reputation. The same is true when it comes to auto collision repair. Low estimates often leave off important operations necessary to properly restore your vehicle to pre-accident condition.