{"product_id":"the-estimating-kit","title":"The Estimating Kit","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xkdws8\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"306\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Estimating Kit™\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1o764f4\" data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eMeasure It. Document It. Communicate It Clearly.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eCollision estimating involves more than identifying damaged parts. Estimators also need to communicate repair size, support blend decisions, and document the precise locations of emblems, decals, and other components before repairs begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eThe Estimating Kit™ brings four practical measuring and documentation tools together in one package. Each tool is designed to create a clearer visual reference for estimators, technicians, customers, and insurance representatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"c2yf8i\" data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eFour Tools for More Complete Estimates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zvk7x6\" data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eThe Blend Stick™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eDetermining whether sufficient panel space remains for a proper blend can be difficult to explain from photographs alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eThe Blend Stick™ provides estimators with calculations and measurement references to help establish the final repair area and evaluate the remaining space available for blending within the damaged panel. It creates a more consistent visual reference for discussing and assigning blend operations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kjhki2\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eEvaluating available blend space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"94d3d4\" data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eEstablishing the final repair area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dhvo0d\" data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eSupporting blend-time discussions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mu4t2c\" data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eCommunicating repair requirements with insurers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qoy5f1\" data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eCreating a repeatable estimating process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"swlw1u\" data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e12-Inch Straight-Edge Dent Sizer™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eDamage size can be difficult to judge accurately in a photograph without a familiar reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eThe 12-inch straight-edge Dent Sizer™ gives scale to localized damage photos, helping viewers understand the approximate length of dents, creases, scratches, and repair areas. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q0ge18\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eNarrow dents and creases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qrl35r\" data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eScratches and linear damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19ppkdq\" data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eClose-up damage photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15ma49i\" data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eRepair-area measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gsj60a\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eSupplemental documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"guwwzp\" data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e13\" × 9\" Square Dent Sizer™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eThe larger square Dent Sizer provides a visible dimensional reference for broader damage areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003ePlace it near the damaged section before taking the photograph to help estimators, technicians, insurers, and customers better understand the area affected. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p6qji1\" data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eLarger dents and panel damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uqgdpn\" data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eBroad repair areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"igk2ht\" data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eDamage photographs requiring height and width reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pkmibk\" data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eInsurance documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11vhtvv\" data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eVehicle intake and pre-existing damage records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"106ep3k\" data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e22-Inch Estimating Stick™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003eEmblems, nameplates, decals, moldings, and other exterior details may need to be removed during repairs. Recreating their exact pre-accident position later can take additional time when the original location was not documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"3104\"\u003eThe 22-inch Estimating Stick™ can be placed beside these components when photographing the vehicle. The resulting image creates a measurement reference that technicians can use during reassembly. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"do0j6w\" data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eEmblem and nameplate locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kk8o1a\" data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003eDecal placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ku2mr\" data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3201\"\u003eMolding and trim references\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l99iz0\" data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3226\"\u003ePre-repair photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1arc4qb\" data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003eReassembly documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h4tkwj\" data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eRestoring components to their pre-accident positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19ixg5j\" data-start=\"3310\" data-end=\"3370\"\u003eWhy Collision Repair Professionals Use The Estimating Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18ges7c\" data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003eHelps show the scale of panel damage in photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rdpy85\" data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3470\"\u003eSupports more consistent blend evaluations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h7dc1\" data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eProvides reference measurements for repair planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xw1z92\" data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003eHelps document emblem and decal locations before removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a0t9fa\" 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