CLAIMS AND INSURANCE
Auto Collision Claims and Insurance
Husteads is a leading DRP (direct repair facility) for most car insurance companies. We estimate the damages to the vehicle and work directly with your insurance, which helps simplify the insurance claims process for you.
Husteads Auto Body’s Streamlined, Hassle-Free Process
Our communications with the insurance companies involves instant transmission of your claims information, including photos of the damages and repair status updates. A transparent line of communication sets us apart from other shops and will help set your mind at ease.
As a family owned and operated business with over 75 years in the Berkeley, Oakland, Concord and Walnut Creek communities, our priority is to make your collision repair experience seamless and error free. Our job is to get it right the first time!
Why Choose Husteads Auto Body?
All of our shops are systematic in handling your claim and the repairs efficiently. Our highly qualified estimators are very familiar with your insurance company’s claims process and usually know their local adjusters by their first names, making it easy to complete the estimate process and repairs quickly.
Integrity. It’s built into everything we do, and it’s how we’ve earned our customers’ trust.
Husteads auto body Berkley has served customers since 1948. From the very beginning, Integrity has been our primary core value. That means putting our customers’ interests first, never cutting corners, and always making sure they drive away in a vehicle that has been fully restored to pre-accident safety and performance.
That’s how we’ve earned a reputation for Integrity in our community, and why we back all of our repair work with a Lifetime Guarantee.
We continually strive to make our shop more environmentally friendly and safer for our planet.
I-Car Gold Class
I-Car Gold Class shops are an elite group of collision repair centers demonstrating an ongoing commitment to the latest collision repair technology and techniques.
Today, only around 20% of collision repair centers in the U.S. accomplish this certification.
OUR LOCATIONS
Husteads Auto Body
2037 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 549-0910
M E.
2024-04-03 17:09:18
I am finally sitting down and writing this review because I can't get this experience off my head. Back in 2018 when we had just bought our Volvo XC60, a...
William S.
2024-03-01 15:08:10
Excellent auto body repair shop with fantastic customer service and care. The quality of work is exceptional leaving no doubt you made the right decision by...
Christie C.
2024-02-09 13:19:07
Such a smooth experience. I took my car in for repair after it was dinged, Hustead's was efficient and thorough. They kept me up to date on my car's...
Debbie D.
2024-01-30 09:36:00
My Mazda CX-5 was rear-ended by someone driving a 2WD without chains on snowy roads in Tahoe (chains or 4WD/AWD please people!). Hustead's worked seamlessly...
John S.
2023-09-27 14:56:11
Tim and the team did an outstanding job. My car's rear quarter panel was staved in, we don't know by what. Other shops wanted to cut the panel out and...
Ray U.
2023-01-04 12:15:24
For shame. I had a slight dent in my passenger side door, that resulted in a massive squeaking sound every time the door was opened. I brought my car to...
Calista L.
2022-10-11 10:33:19
My passenger side window shedded as I bumped into the pole when I was parking in my car park. I went to Husteads Auto Body the next day and request for a...
Maz B.
2022-09-14 12:40:44
My daughter goes to UC Berkeley and we live in Los Angeles, so when her bumper came partially off, I looked up a body shop near her. Husteads was right...
Suzanne M.
2022-08-11 17:17:34
My back bumper was sagging on one side because I got rear ended. I called Husted's to see if I could get an appointment for an estimate to repair it. They...
Linda K.
2022-06-28 10:31:59
Friendly, reliable service. Took a long time to get the necessary part but I think it was because of delays so prevalent now. Otherwise very satisfied with...
Alan S.
2022-03-31 12:37:23
Husteads has always done a good job for me. I have had the misfortune to have to rely on them more than once for a variety of minor to moderate repairs on...
Kimberly L.
2021-12-23 14:58:24
I got hit by a drunk drivers flying wheel! I also have Geico insurance. I got a appointment very quickly and when i got to the shop...well first the place...
Martha D.
2021-11-23 12:21:50
I stopped by Hustead's at the suggestion of the Lexus dealer across the street to see if they could improve the clarity of the lenses for my headlights....
Phillip Y.
2021-09-23 18:07:50
A careless driver hit my driverside window. After going through the other drivers insurance, I brought my car here. Service was completed in a reasonable...
Serena N.
2021-09-13 13:49:04
I have had occasion over the past 10 years or so to use Husteads Auto Body for car repairs. Last week, once again, I had need to avail myself of their...
Aurelie S.
2021-09-03 14:12:53
My front bumper grill had broken off after hitting something on the freeway and I came in for an estimate. They priced me at first for $400, but when I...
Michelle R.
2021-09-01 14:03:07
I just sent my daughter to school in Berkeley with a family car. As soon as she got there she realized that there was a hose loose underneath the car. I...
Joanne L.
2021-09-01 10:15:27
I had a great experience with the team here. I scraped up part of my front bumper and came in to get a repair estimate. Melinda came out immediately to...
Geeks N' Sneaks 1.
2021-08-29 13:25:17
I found Husteads Auto Body through Geico insurance. My rear bumper was hit and needed repair. After doing research I decided to go with this location. I am...
Arielle M.
2021-08-02 10:17:21
Earlier this month, my car was broken into (windows smashed, body scratched, etc.) and they got me in the same day, gave me constant updates via text, and...
Kathleen J.
2021-06-12 08:50:00
Wow! I can't thank Husteads enough. I was visiting in Berkeley from the Central Coast when my Catalytic Converter was stolen. Husteads made an unpleasant...
Kathryn M.
2021-06-04 16:38:58
Just wanted to take the time to appreciate Husteads for their amazing service. I had a scheduled repair for a claim through insurance. In the couple of days...
LaTanya B.
2021-05-28 16:24:31
The staff was great i dropped my car off on Monday it was ready Wednesday/Thursday I picked it up today. They communicated daily via test! MELINDA and...
Gus G.
2021-05-20 14:59:30
Bryan was awesome today! We came in with our side mirror out of alignment, worried that we might need to have the whole mirror replaced. He brought out a...
Felix V.
2021-05-14 12:32:23
Extremely friendly staff, also extremely quick. Being quick and straight to the point was probably the best apart about being serviced by Husteads. I hate...
Evonnia T.
2021-05-06 14:52:02
Absolutely had no idea how my bodywork would turn out, but I read the yelps and felt leary at first. Once I took my car in for an estimate, the only...
Nicholas C.
2021-03-03 12:07:45
Hello I just want to mention that Carlos did a great job painting my 1980 Toyota pick up truck it came out great I am very happy with the work and Carlos is...
Vasudha R.
2021-01-23 22:32:23
I received great service here. The admins and the mechanics are very friendly and communicative. They have great customer service and give you individual...
Susangela M.
2020-11-21 11:58:38
I can not say enough good things about Husteads. Someone drove into the front of my 2014 Mercades while it was parked in front of my house. My insurance...
Roman F.
2020-11-13 14:59:48
Husteads is my go to spot for bodywork on my cars. The work ethic these guys have are one of the best I've seen. I've had multiple cars here with no issues...
Laurie P.
2020-08-03 16:00:09
I can't praise Husteads Auto Body enough. This is the third or fourth time I've used them, and every time I've been impressed by their professionalism,...
Husteads Auto Body
2915 Market St.
Oakland, CA 94608
(510) 451-7200
Tudy B.
2023-08-28 10:03:20
Excellent reliable service. Authorized by Lexus. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and owner stayed late so I could pick up my car before weekend.
Danny X.
2023-08-16 17:16:14
Very impressed with service, quality workmanship and the overall extra mile. These guys are professionals and artisans. Very happy with how it all turned...
Nolan Q.
2023-08-15 13:01:01
Thank you to Carlos and Brain for a fantastic and quick job. They are all so friendly and professional. Thanks to Terrie up front was helpful and efficient.
Teresa M.
2022-10-31 20:15:03
I just realized I gave the Husteads in Berkeley the review instead of this one. Sorry! So I had to make one here..I got my catalytic converter stolen by my...
Sarita O.
2022-04-12 07:39:46
A few months after the repair, which was not great, the paint started to crack. Hustead's refused to honor their warranty and said another impact in the...
A B.
2022-02-12 10:30:46
Had a fender bender recently and found this shop about a mile from home. Read reviews here and saw almost all 4-5 reviews.From the moment I arrived, I...
Dave J.
2022-02-03 19:22:55
I can't thank them enough. Enthusiastic friendly staff and finished ahead of schedule. My car looks great. Seamless transactions with Farmers and...
christopher J.
2021-11-23 13:14:53
This is absolutely the best auto body experience I have ever had! I knew when I got there that it was the right place. I drive a Honda Pilot and they...
Bob L.
2021-11-14 10:05:41
A semi blew a tire in front of my Magnum SRT8 (I waited 13 years for this car) & threw the alligator into my front grill. I had the tow take it to Husteads...
Alejandro C.
2021-10-27 21:49:33
Husteads of oakland unreliable and trustworthy service. On 8/24/2021 I contacted Husteads and inquire about a date to drop off my vehicle for repair. Dale...
Terry T.
2021-10-18 13:05:27
My insurance company recommended Hustead's Auto Body for the repair work needed on my Honda. I got EXCELLENT service from when the estimate was done at...
Teresa Q.
2021-10-17 17:11:04
With life happening, I haven't had time to write a review. But here we go.I brought my car in for a repair a few weeks ago. I was referred to Husteads by...
Zoe L.
2021-10-12 12:40:30
Long story short, my car was swiped and my right side mirror needed replacement this last weekend. I called up Husteads because they were certified by Honda...
Kris P.
2021-10-01 15:56:26
Really professional and kind service. The whole process was pretty seamless. Would have given 5 stars but after inspecting the repairs myself, learned that...
Frank W.
2021-08-15 16:57:35
Hello to every one reading this testimony. I was engaged to my fiancé for 2 years, one day he told me was moving out and he literally ended the...
Olivia A.
2021-08-04 21:17:25
Good service, repair careful and really helpful.Good price for a old car
Gary J.
2021-07-25 11:14:30
Rootkits credit specialist is an awesome company and offers very good services. I was having a horrible credit profile last year, before I came across...
erica w.
2021-07-01 10:34:40
unfortunately, i've had my car broken into a number of times living in the bay area. FORTUNATELY, i have come here every single time and they are fantastic....
Linda W.
2021-06-25 14:49:06
Hey folks I don't t know about you but I think I have a beautiful months and year ahead of me all thanks to this awesome credit specialist called R00TKITS...
Theresa D.
2021-05-19 19:05:50
This 5-star review is long overdue. I had to get a passenger-side mirror replaced a couple of years ago when someone somehow smashed it while I was driving...
Maja M.
2021-02-09 10:23:50
I chose this shop for the second time to repair collision damage. This time too they were very helpful, patient with me and an exemplar of customer service....
H'Mary R.
2021-01-10 20:27:30
Very good, comfortable and professional service. Drivers did everything possible to make the pick up and drop off seamless under difficult accessibility...
Andrea Y.
2020-12-01 12:10:23
My husband and I recently moved to Oakland and were in need of a trustworthy repair shop. I recently scratched my bumper and had a ding on my fender that...
Roman J.
2020-09-13 14:55:00
If you have an issue with your car... go to these guys!! Dale will take care of you. Back in February/March, I came back to my car to find that my window...
J L.
2020-05-11 19:49:58
Love this auto body shop! Dale and Sean legitimately saved me from a nightmare! I was sent to Husteads by Farmers for some issues with my bumper. Turns...
Gena B.
2020-05-08 12:33:54
I cannot love this place enough!!! When we were rear ended last year our insurance recommended this place. They were incredible to us. Finished before the...
Husteads Auto Body
1348 Seventh St
Berkeley, CA 97410
(510) 528-5940
Joanna S.
2023-08-30 12:53:41
This place was recommended by my dealership. Filled out their online form to get an estimate for a small repair. That was two weeks ago and I heard...
Pete R.
2022-12-21 07:29:49
Once finally complete, the repair was good. However, husteads had our car in the shop 4 times for a total of 20 days to repair this scuff on the bumper....
Teresa M.
2022-10-31 20:03:58
I just moved back to the bay area and 2 weeks later while I was sick at home someone stole my catalytic converter. As soon as I talked to Terri, she said...
Deborah G.
2022-09-09 16:14:41
I have pretty high standards AND... Husteads on 7th Street Berkeley was amazing from start to finish. Sam and Kyle were communicative, respectful, friendly,...
adriane c.
2022-06-08 16:44:41
I brought my car to Husteads on Durant to repair the door that was hit in a parking lot accident. After the shop kept my car for 2 days, I was asked if is...
Jim D.
2022-05-17 15:54:14
The guys at Husteads are honest and actually good at what they do. We know our vehicles are in good hands when we take them there. Thank you guys for the...
Dup C.
2022-05-05 14:17:54
After a rear end collision had me navigating dual insurance coverages, I called Sam after a referral from my mechanics at Ocean Works. He was FANTASTIC. One...
Kaleo W.
2021-12-03 14:49:39
This is long overdue but wanted to leave a shout out to this place. Bottom line: Sam was great in receiving, diagnosing and keeping me updated through the...
Randy P.
2021-09-15 15:40:36
Sam and the crew at Husteads were great!i've used Husteads in oakland before but this team was even better---kept me up-to-date and did a terrific job.
Mike S.
2021-05-16 14:30:49
Got great service with a repair there. I appreciated the regular communication regarding the repair progress and part orders. They were efficient and even...
Canitha W.
2020-11-11 15:13:00
I just wanted to give Sean a shout out and great recommendation. He was awesome and took care of my needs. I had minor scratches of paint on my vehicle from...
Ashley M.
2020-11-07 10:47:55
Absolutely excellent experience from start to finish. Extra kudos and mahalos to Sean!
Jean M.
2020-09-06 17:03:14
I had a little problem with the underside of my Honda--something had become detached and was hitting the road on bumps and dips. I called Hustead's and they...
Charlotte v.
2020-08-24 17:18:31
I had such a great experience at Husteads that I'm inspired to write a Yelp review, which I rarely do. Sam at Husteads on 7th was referred to me by a...
Lionel K.
2020-08-14 13:10:52
If you want great work with incredibly fast turn around, this is the place. Dropped my dad's Lexus off yesterday morning after it got rear ended. The car...
Husteads Auto Body
2110 Market Street
Concord, CA 94520
(925) 680-6946
Rik N.
2024-02-26 11:38:01
I just picked up my Kia from Hustead's and I think it looks as good as the day I bought it. I recently was the victim of substantial vandalism to my car...
Vicki R.
2024-01-09 18:50:41
This body shop did not disappoint from the moment I walked in. There was a bit of miscommunication on my part and to be honest, I wasn't familiar with how...
Mike S.
2023-12-08 15:12:46
Blown away. Not only did my insurance company really move things along for me but Joel and his team at Husteads killed it. Same week drop off and pick up....
Garth G.
2022-08-14 09:47:30
When I got rear-ended, the only place I know that would do a good job on my Lexus was Husteads. The work they do is off the chain and I am so happy with the...
Tudy B.
2022-08-11 12:01:14
Huge shout out to Jonathan Li, owner of Husteads. Had some superficals scratches on my car and took it to Husteads for a quote to fix. Jonathan came out...
Annalyn G.
2022-07-30 09:49:08
It looks like they have great reviews... but my experience was totally frustrating, unprofessional and unfortunate. Lack of communication. They Bought the...
David A.
2022-06-23 08:45:01
This auto body shop exhibited the poorest quality customer service imaginable. I came to this shop as an approved Geico shop. In short, they were unable to...
Marilyn L.
2022-06-17 15:33:55
Two starts because they did do a good job with my car took it in due a hit in run. GEICO reffered them to me and I saw they had good reviews. They were very...
Janet G.
2022-05-13 13:33:52
I went to Husteads after reading other yelp reviews and I would recommend this shop to everyone!! Manny was amazing...great communication, he worked with...
Miguel G.
2021-12-18 19:41:00
Once again I want to thank Joel and his team for a great job they did on my Lexus gs350.For a quality job done fast and professionally I'd go here again
Fiorina M.
2021-11-30 09:16:17
My experience with Hustead's was relatively good. They continued to update me about my car, and would call me to let me know when it was ready. They...
David D.
2021-11-26 14:24:37
Fair-priced and they didn't screw around with getting my repairs done. Finished in an accommodating manner. Make sure whatever work you need done you have...
Rob M.
2021-09-25 04:40:01
I highly recommend this body shop. Professional and courteous. They made my pain and suffering go away. I had abad accident and Kyle was supper cool. He...
Julie G.
2021-09-16 09:55:11
It wasn't your typical car accident - I'd run something over in the road, on Kirker Pass. The sound under my car was terrifying and I knew it was bad. I...
George R.
2021-09-01 15:10:17
My experience was very positive. I will definitely consider going back should I need their services again.
Marilyn S.
2021-08-28 15:35:33
I've had a dent in my lexus for quite a while now, i brought it to another shop that told me i would have to replace the entire bumper because the dent...
Cathy C.
2021-07-22 07:50:30
Plain and simple the staff is Professional! Rick clearly explained the process, cost and gave me options.
Danielle T.
2021-06-03 12:51:26
I had gotten in a car accident earlier in May and Husteads took care of my car. I needed to get some dents and scratches off of my rear bumper. The whole...
Tom T.
2021-05-11 19:36:33
I had a big scratch on the passenger front bumper of my 2018 Toyota Tacoma, from an inadvertent wheel barrow from a contractor. When I took it into...
Art R.
2021-05-10 18:08:59
Under new ownership but still the same great service provided by Rich L. I've known Rich for a few years now and my 2014 Mazda 3 Hatch still looks almost...
Miguel G.
2021-04-09 10:02:52
Had a fender bender on my Lexus.Joel and Rich made the process easy . Honest good work. My car looks like new
Stephanie S.
2021-04-02 14:50:56
I am very satisfied with Husteads auto body repair to my front bumper. My car was returned to me clean, shiny, smooth and well again. As well, Dustin...
Lisa C.
2021-04-01 12:20:27
I had my son's car towed to the Concord location after an accident. Rich Lezcano was so helpful. He was honest and helped find someone to buy the vehicle....
Josh B.
2021-02-02 16:53:35
I wasn't able to get any work done from Husteads, however the short phone call I had was very pleasant, informative, and I was pointed in the right...
Big W.
2021-01-07 12:55:36
the Lexus feels (and sounds ? ) brand-new . the MB is half as noisy as itwas. i could've never gotten that plastic cover off to re-align the catch...
Lisa S.
2020-12-23 10:02:53
I drove over a rock in my driveway and messed up the car bumper. I yelped 3 auto body shops and planned to visit all three and get quotes. I knew there...
Ryan J.
2020-11-05 15:32:25
Went to Husteads Auto Body for some minor dents/paint on my Honda's hood based on the excellent Yelp reviews. Rich was great and honest to work with. Team...
T S.
2020-03-21 07:00:18
I had to hit a metal object on the fwy (because I couldn't change lanes) and it did huge amount of damage to the undercarriage of my car. Hustead's was...
Husteads Auto Body
1075 Boulevard Way
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 934-7493
Wendy L.
2024-01-10 12:09:30
Excellent painting job! Rolf was professional and friendly. Finished the job earlier than anticipated and was so helpful
Marisa G.
2023-11-15 09:25:26
This review has nothing to do with the work performed on my car and everything to do with the awful customer service. I picked this location through my...
Michael W.
2023-10-12 12:10:30
10 STARS for Honesty, Ethics and Extra Mike Service for Miracle Auto Body aka; Husteads. A senior citizen sideswiped my Toyota Sienna Van in a Costco...
Lm L.
2022-11-06 11:48:13
This place is the best !!!My older car Looks brand new .They are very thorough and efficient.I would definitely recommend Highly.Thank you Miracle...
Joan S.
2022-11-01 19:42:33
Love love love this place! We tried to talk Rolf into doing a cheaper job for us because the cost was not entirely covered by insurance but Rolf thought out...
Amy A.
2022-10-20 14:46:33
One more 5 star rating for Miracle Auto in Walnut Creek. Rolf, the owner, told me when I brought the car in that when he bought the business, his goal was...
Husteads Auto Body
1581 Oak Park Blvd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 939-1160
Caroline C.
2023-11-09 19:49:07
Very honest business!! I came here as a referred shop by my insurance carrier, and right off the bat Cory evaluated my car and told me what they could and...
Jane E.
2023-09-13 11:08:09
I was very impressed with my car when I got it back. It didn't look like it had been damaged at all. I liked how they kept me informed and were flexible...
Xochilth A.
2023-05-06 00:55:03
This is the worst experience I've ever had at a mechanic. The people here are inconsiderate, extremely unorganized, disrespectful and irresponsible. Long...
WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO PROVIDE A GREAT EXPERIENCE.
A FEW HAPPY CUSTOMERS WORDS…
Husteads always has my back and really fights for me. THANKS A MILLION MELINDA AND KYLE! LOVE YOU LOVE LOVE YOU!!!
“This is the best place I’ve ever had a car worked on. The work they do is immaculate professional fast and they return your car looking stock. They have my car in and out of there in no time looking fantastic.”
“This is my first accident, Sean told what to expect and what I need to do. Helped me get a rental car and even took me to pick it up. They are incredibly easy to work with and gave me realistic time frames to expect. These guys are amazing!”