Our Services
Collision Safety Consultants Southeast Louisiana services are quite extensive. When it comes to protecting your investment AND your family, choose a team who protects your interests – NOT the insurance company.
We are independent, unbiased vehicle damage appraisers and inspectors. We specialize in the following areas involving vehicle damage
- Diminished Value
- Total Loss Assessments
- Pre & Post Collision Repair Inspections
In Louisiana, Diminished Value is not automatically awarded after a wreck. You are required to prove how much value your vehicle has lost due to the accident. Our report and support get results!
Additionally, we work closely with local, reputable body shops to ensure that your vehicle is safe to drive. If a thorough inspection is required, we can get it done. Here is a list of Collision Safety Consultants Southeast Louisiana services for your review. Feel free to contact us anytime.
Diminished Value Consultation
(verbal) – No Charge
Includes preliminary investigation and advice relative to the nature and amount of damage to your vehicle.
Diminished Value Report Only
– $325
Includes Consultation and written opinion only. Read more about what diminished value is below.
Diminished Value Report/Assistance
– $450
Includes Consultation, Appraisal, and Opinion. Other documentation may be included to support the DV claim. Includes contact/discussion with the insurance company.
Total Loss Assessment
(verbal) – No Charge
Includes preliminary investigation and advice relative to the nature and amount of damage to your vehicle.
Total Loss ACV (Actual Cash Value) Report Only
– $325
Includes Consultation and written opinion only.
Total Loss Assistance
– $450
Includes Consultation, Appraisal, and Opinion. Other documentation may be used to support the Total Loss Valuation. Includes contact/discussion with the insurance company.
Total Loss Vehicle Report
– $700**
The full report includes ACV, estimates of repair, photos, findings and confirmation to support total loss opinion. This service is in addition to the assessment and/or assistance.
Pre and Post Visual Inspections
– $350**
The written inspection report includes the findings and opinions of our inspectors.
**These reports/inspections require a visual inspection by a reputable body shop of our choice. Any fees required by the shop are additional and required upfront.
CarFax reports are an additional charge and can be purchased alone or along with any of the above reports or inspections.
(Disclaimer) Towing, rental and/or shop tear down fees are an extra charge and are not included in any of the above services if they are needed. These are separate fees and are charged by other contractors and are the sole responsibility of the owner if not covered by insurance.
Trust Our Experience
We have the experience to provide the guidance, information, and assistance to get you compensated for your vehicle’s loss of value.
- Insurance policy language – exclusions and allowances,
- Manufacturers requirements for proper repairs,
- Sneaky tactics used by insurance companies to cut costs at your expense
Inherent Diminished Value
Even if your vehicle has received quality repairs, it may still be subject to “inherent diminished value” simply because the vehicle has a history of significant damage. Also, reporting methods, like CarFax, will show the wreck history of the vehicle for its lifetime. This information follows the car and will be a contributing factor in its loss of value at the time of trade-in or sale. This difference in retail value from before the car was wrecked compared to after the repair is recoverable in Louisiana. Here’s an example:
If you were in an accident and the repairs to your vehicle totaled $4000.00, in addition to having those repairs covered, you, the claimant could be owed somewhere between $100-$4000 in Diminished Value on your damaged vehicle.
Learn More —Diminished Value: What Is It?
Louisiana court of appeals supports third-party liability for the diminution in the value of a damaged vehicle. It gives guidelines and criteria that must be met for a claim to be filed successfully. Remember, YOU have the burden of proof when it comes to a claim for Diminished Value in Louisiana. YOU have to prove how much value your vehicle has lost due to the accident. How do you do that? With our comprehensive report and support from our experienced team – We Get Results!
Diminished Value Success Stories
2015 Nissan Rogue – awarded $3800 more on Total Loss Valuation
2017 Honda Accord EX-L – $2800 in Diminished Value after $8000 in repairs
2012 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer – $1700 in Diminished Value after $2500 in repairs.
2004 BMW 325i – awarded $800 more on total loss valuation
2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport – $2500 in Diminished Value
2006 Volkswagen Jetta – awarded $1000 in Diminished Value
2014 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring – awarded $2000 more on Total Loss valuation
2008 GMC Acadia SLT – awarded $950 in Diminished Value after $2700 in repairs
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