Second Opinion Service

What we do:

1. Upon receipt of the written quote, we will obtain estimated "local cost" of all parts listed.

2. We will then determine estimated "billable labor hours" based on nationally published billing guides.

3. Finally, we will ascertain the estimated current average labor rate for that service and locale.

You should ask the repair facility to fax a copy of the written quote to us at (928) 569-0096. You should advise them you would like an itemized quote showing absolutely every item and whether that item will be replaced or refurbished and the associated cost, as well as who is refurbishing the part. (If an item is being refurbished, the quote should denote in writing who is refurbishing the item - the repair facility on site ... or their supplier?) Please note on your email any information provided to you by the repair facility as well as your contact information.

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Most Common Questions

Why do we use the word estimate? There are many reasons why we say estimate. You see, the national billing guides states how long a typical mechanic takes to accomplish the work in the right environment, with the right tools and experience. Above average technicians will be able to complete the job in as quick as half the time. While below average techs may take up to twice as long. Accordingly, we must estimate the amount of time it will take to complete the work; however, this estimate is by a nationally recognized source for billable hours.

How do you arrive at a local parts cost? "local cost" is the estimated cost of a particular item from the distributor nearest that repair facility. One should allow for a 10% variance in the cost of parts.

How do you arrive at Billable Labor Hours? "billable labor hours" will be derived from nationally recognized sources (i.e. Mitchell Repair & Estimating Guide). Typically sources are the same reference material used by dealerships and national repair facilities.

What is a fair labor rate and how do you arrive at your estimate? We research states to determine the average pay being offered for the type of mechanic required to conduct the repairs you seek. Since operating a large repair facility is costly, the amount paid to an employee is not what you will pay. Therefore, the estimation of pay is then factored via a common multiplier wherein we ascertain a fair labor rate. Typically this rate is within 10% of labor rates charged by repair facilities .