Collision repair for Gilbert drivers

Gilbert: the farthest East Valley city we serve, and the photo estimate is why it works

Gilbert is 40 minutes from the shop on the 202, the 60 and the I-10, which is a long way to go for an estimate. So don't: send four photos and the VIN, get the written number with three options the same day, and decide from your kitchen table. Gilbert customers who make the trip do it for a specific reason: a leased or newer vehicle where the OEM repair quote at the Gilbert dealer or the SanTan Village chains was high, or a family with a high deductible who needs the assistance.

Gilbert Road, Val Vista and the Loop 202 merges near SanTan Village produce rear-end and intersection crashes on family SUVs and minivans, often with a child seat in the back. Any collision with a child seat installed means the seat is replaced under most policies; we note it on the estimate so the insurer covers it, and we'll tell you which seats the manufacturer says to replace after a minor hit.

If the car isn't drivable, the tow is free on repairs over $3,500 from anywhere in the Valley, including Gilbert. For a drivable car with a smaller repair, be honest with yourself about the drive; we'll tell you if a Gilbert shop makes more sense for a $700 bumper scuff.

Gilbert specifics

• Child seat in the car during the crash? Say so on the check-in; most policies replace it, and it goes on the estimate.
• Tow is free on repairs over $3,500; delivery back to Gilbert is quoted. Smaller jobs: one trip each way.
• Loop 202 crashes: DPS report. Gilbert PD reports are available online with the report number.

On the road in Gilbert

Busy arterials like Gilbert Road and Val Vista, and the Loop 202 merges near SanTan Village, see frequent rear-end and intersection crashes.

Getting here

Take the US-60 west to I-10, then I-17 north to Bethany Home Road, go west to 51st Avenue, then north.

About 40 minutes from the shop, depending on traffic.