If you want to get a job like Auto Body Estimator or Auto Appraiser, or you are working in a auto repair shop where you need to write estimates for the customers, you may need to get some professional career training. In this series of videos, collision repair expert Donnie Smith will teach you the basic knowledges on auto repair estimate.

This is part 1 of Auto Estimator Training For Beginners. In this video you’ll learn what an estimate is and what it isn’t. Auto estimates are an agreement between shop and customer, but not a guarantee of final invoice cost. There is always a possibility of hidden damage that may not be determined until tear down. However, all additional work must be agreed on before repairs are made.

Auto Estimator Training For Beginners includes 6 videos:
Part 1: What is an Estimate?
Part 2: Getting Paid For Non-Included Items
Part 3: Insurance Companies Are Like The IRS
Part 4: The Labor Times Are Not Concrete
Part 5: The Necessary Information
Part 6: The Significance of Doing Your Best To Generate Auto Estimates