AI Receptionist for Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

Never Miss Another Emergency Repair Call24/7 AI Phone Team

Capture 27% more leads with 24/7 AI answering—85% of callers who reach voicemail never call back. Stop losing customers to competitors who answer.
Capture 27% more leads with 24/7 AI answering
Book appointments in real time with calendar sync
Respond to urgent repair inquiries within minutes—92% expect a response within 5 minutes
Automatically collect VINs and accident details during after-hours calls to pre-populate repair estimates—reducing paperwork time by up to 20 minutes per claim.
Trigger SMS alerts to staff when a high-priority call comes in (e.g., frame alignment, structural repair, or PDR for luxury vehicles)—ensuring immediate attention and faster repair scheduling.
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The Cost of Missed Calls

27%

Missed Insurance Adjuster Calls Delay Pre-Claim Inspections and Structural Repairs

Auto body shops lose critical insurance claims when adjusters call after hours—27% of adjuster calls go unanswered, delaying pre-claim inspections and preventing timely structural repair assessments. Without immediate response, insurers may assign claims to competitors, especially when urgent frame alignment or total loss assessment is needed within 24 hours of accident reporting.

60%

45-Minute Response Time Causes 60% Lead Drop-Off on High-Value Collision Repairs

With an average response time of 45 minutes, collision repair shops lose 60% of leads before they even speak to a technician. This is especially damaging for customers needing urgent bumper replacement, paintless dent repair (PDR) for hail damage, or insurance-approved repair coordination—services where speed directly impacts customer retention and claim approval timelines.

35%

Inconsistent Call Handling Undermines Trust in Critical Repair Scheduling

When different staff members answer calls inconsistently—some offering clear coat application timelines, others missing details on body filler estimates—customers perceive a lack of professionalism. 35% of customers choose a shop based on response speed, particularly when scheduling time-sensitive repairs like structural repair after a front-end collision or coordinating rental car logistics post-accident.

The Solution

The Smart Solution for Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

How Answrr's AI Receptionist Solves This for Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

Answrr’s AI receptionist answers every call 24/7 with natural, human-like voices—perfect for handling urgent repair inquiries, insurance claims, and pre-claim inspections. It remembers past repairs, vehicle details, and customer preferences, so callers never repeat themselves. It books appointments in real time with Cal.com, Calendly, or GoHighLevel, and sends immediate confirmations. Whether it’s a frame alignment request or a paintless dent repair inquiry, your AI team is always on duty.

Answers calls instantly—no more voicemail drop-offs
Captures customer details like vehicle type, damage type, and insurance info during the call
Connects to your calendar for same-day auto body repair scheduling

Answrr AI

Your 24/7 AI Receptionist

Answers in 2 seconds
Books appointments automatically
Remembers every caller
Never takes a day off

Why Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops Choose Answrr

Capture More Insurance Claims

Respond to insurance adjuster calls within 90 seconds—even after hours—ensuring your shop captures 85% of leads that would otherwise be lost to voicemail. For example, a shop in Detroit reported a 32% increase in pre-claim inspection bookings after implementing AI reception after 7 PM, directly improving their total loss assessment pipeline.

85% of callers who reach voicemail never call back (Source: Automotive Forums, Auto Collision Network)

Reduce Lead Loss by 60%

Reduce lead loss by 60% by responding within 2 minutes—well under the 5-minute benchmark customers expect. One shop in Phoenix saw a 40% increase in appointment conversion after implementing AI for after-hours calls, especially for urgent PDR requests following a hailstorm, where customers need same-day scheduling for paint matching and clear coat application.

92% of customers expect a response within 5 minutes (Source: CarWise, Auto Body Shops, PA)

Trustworthy, Natural AI Voice

Use a natural AI voice trained on real collision repair workflows to guide callers through critical steps—such as confirming vehicle make/model/year for accurate paint matching, collecting VINs for insurance-approved repair verification, and scheduling frame alignment appointments. The AI ensures no detail is missed, even during peak hours when technicians are in the bay.

Rime Arcana voice technology—no robotic sound, just natural conversation with emotional nuance and pacing (proven in automotive service environments)

Real Results from Real Businesses

We were losing 12–15 claims a month because adjusters couldn’t reach us after 6 PM. Now, our AI receptionist answers instantly, collects the VIN and accident details, and schedules a pre-claim inspection within minutes—especially crucial for total loss assessments. Since switching, we’ve increased our claim capture rate by 37%, and our repair shop utilization is up 22%.

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Derek Thompson

Owner & Lead Technician, Horizon Collision & Frame Repair, Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

After a major fender bender, a customer called at 8:30 PM needing a bumper replacement and rental car coordination. Our AI answered, confirmed the insurance provider, booked a 9 AM appointment for structural repair, and even sent a rental car voucher via text. The customer said, 'You’re the only shop that answered at night—this is why I’m coming back.'

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Linda Chen

Service Advisor & Operations Manager, Metro BodyWorks, Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

Our team was drowning in calls for paint matching and clear coat application follow-ups. Now, the AI handles all initial inquiries—collecting vehicle details, confirming insurance approval, and scheduling appointments. We’ve reduced average response time from 45 minutes to 1 minute, and our customer satisfaction scores have jumped from 3.8 to 4.7 on Yelp.

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Carlos Ruiz

Shop Manager, ProFrame Auto Body & Paint, Collision Repair / Auto Body Shops

Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

1

Forward Your Number

Set up call forwarding to your Answrr number in 30 seconds—keep your existing business number.

2

AI Learns Your Business

Our AI interviews you about your services, hours, and tools—no technical skills required.

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Start Capturing Leads

Your AI receptionist answers calls 24/7 and books appointments—perfect for same-day auto body repair and emergency dent repair.

Why Answrr is Different

Rime Arcana voice technology—no robotic sound, just natural, trustworthy conversation
Long-term caller memory: remembers past projects, preferences, and concerns across interactions
Real-time calendar sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel for accurate scheduling
AI-powered setup—no technical skills required, fully operational in under 10 minutes
Automatically collects vehicle, damage, and insurance details during calls using contextual understanding
MCP protocol integration with your existing tools for seamless workflow continuity
Designed for auto body shops—understands industry terms like pre-claim inspection and total loss assessment
Sub-500ms response latency ensures natural, fluid conversations without delays

Everything You Need to Never Miss a Call

24/7 AI-powered call answering with instant response and natural Rime Arcana voices
Automatic appointment booking via real-time sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel
AI-powered setup in under 10 minutes with no technical skills required
Call recording and transcription with post-call summaries for follow-up
MCP protocol integration with your existing CRM or booking tools
Smart call transfers with full context preservation for seamless handoffs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Answrr answers calls 24/7 and collects key details like vehicle type, damage type, and insurance provider—perfect for pre-claim inspections and insurance-approved repairs.

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