Forgotten Refinish Operations

I think it's fair to say - In most industries businesses get paid for their services, so why is it a constant challenge in automotive body repair? We could get into the history of shops cutting deals for DRP programs and wholesale work focusing on volume over profitability, but thats a rabbit hole for another time. Let's review some things that should be written on almost every conventional repair estimate. 

Common Missed Procedures When Estimating Refinish 

• Detail Taping/ Precision Masking
• Windshields, moldings, two-tones, jambs, etc. 
• Base Blend/Wet bed
• Any - blend panel or blend within panel
• Corrosion Protection
• Anytime paint is broken or a panel is replaced  
• Polishing Adjacent Panels
• For older/faded cars to “blend” the shine
• CC on cut ins when necessary
• Clear coat time on undersides requiring clear 
• Spray out/ Let Down panel
• Every paint job
• Color Tint
• When Applicable 
• Cover Car
• Every paint job
• Prime/Block
• Every repair
• De-nib/ Polish
• Every paint job
• Measure Paint Thickness
• Every job
• Hazardous Waste Disposal  
• Every job