We Handle the Insurance Side
Dealing with an adjuster after an accident is nobody's idea of a good week. We document the damage properly, communicate with your insurer, and walk you through what is covered so the claim moves instead of stalling.
802) 559-3269
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sat-Sun: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Service
Whether someone backed into you in the Church Street garage or a deer came out of the trees on Route 2, TJ's Auto Repair handles quality Bodywork in Burlington, VT. We repair dents, damaged panels, bumpers, and rust, and we help you navigate the insurance claim from the first call through to pickup.
Vermont is hard on bodies as well as brakes. Salt gets into every stone chip and rocker seam and quietly turns a small blemish into a rusted through panel over a few winters. Catching that early is far cheaper than replacing the metal later, so we will tell you honestly whether a spot needs attention now or can be watched another season.
Every job starts with a proper assessment of what is actually damaged, including what is behind the panel. Collision damage often bends brackets, mounts, or supports that are invisible from the outside, and skipping those is how a repaired car ends up with panel gaps that never line up. You get a written estimate and a realistic timeline before we begin.
About Us
TJ's Auto Repair is a full service auto shop at 365 Riverside Ave in Burlington, Vermont. We are not a franchise or a chain collision center. We are a local shop serving drivers throughout Chittenden County and the communities east of Lake Champlain, from Winooski, Essex, and Colchester to South Burlington, Williston, Shelburne, Milton, and Richmond.
Bodywork, brakes, tires, oil changes, suspension, exhaust, engine diagnostics, and air conditioning all happen under one roof. That is a real advantage after a collision, because impact damage is rarely just cosmetic. A hit hard enough to crease a fender can bend a control arm or knock the alignment out, and we can check the mechanical side while the body work is underway.
What customers tell us they value most is the straight talk. You will hear what the repair involves, what it will cost, and how long you will be without the vehicle. If a dent is not worth what a proper repair costs on an older car, we will say so rather than quietly writing a big estimate.
Why Choose Us
Four reasons Burlington drivers bring collision and body repair to us.
Dealing with an adjuster after an accident is nobody's idea of a good week. We document the damage properly, communicate with your insurer, and walk you through what is covered so the claim moves instead of stalling.
A dented quarter panel can hide a bent bracket or a cracked mount. Repairing only what is visible is why some cars come back from a body shop with doors that do not shut right. We look underneath the damage before quoting the job.
Filling and painting over rust buys you one season before it comes back through worse than before. We cut back to clean metal and treat the area properly, because a Vermont vehicle deserves a repair that survives the next winter.
Not every dent justifies a full repair, especially on a high mileage vehicle you plan to keep another two years. We will give you the proper repair price and the practical option, then let you decide which one makes sense.
Real reviews from customers across Chittenden County.
EXCELLENT Based on 89 reviews Posted on Google Aubrey ChadwickTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t say enough good things about this auto shop. My low-income grandpa needed his struts replaced, he got the parts but he’s 73 yrs old and the summer heat is hard on him. and when times were tough, they stepped up and helped him without charging him a dime. That kind of kindness and generosity is something you don’t see every day. The owner is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. He genuinely cares about his customers and is not the kind of person to turn someone away when they truly need help. He goes above and beyond for people, especially those going through difficult times, and it’s clear that he values helping his community just as much as running a great business. The work was excellent, everyone was respectful and professional, and the compassion they showed our family is something we’ll never forget. If you’re looking for an honest, trustworthy auto shop with a big heart, I highly recommend them. Thank you for everything you did for my grandpa—we’ll always be grateful.Posted on Google Emi SosaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bueno muy buen trato súper eficiente y económico lo recomiendoPosted on Google Thomas OhalloranTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with Justin and his shop employees. Ive worked with Justin exclusively for a couple years now because I can trust him to get the job done. Night or day, weekends... practically any time. Maybe that's a lil far fetched, but for real. This guy is just an honest man trying to make an honest living.Posted on Google Grace SahagianTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service!Posted on Google Ella VenusTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My service lights were on and I got my car inspected. Justin was great at explaining the issue and helping me get my car fixed.Posted on Google Sally BruceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Are you looking for a car shop, that has honest old time values. They care about you , as a person, also takes good care of your car. They Give you an excellent job, in reasonable time. With a decent price. They care. You are not just a #, I will definitely be a committed customer, for all my car needs. NoPosted on Google Ismael JacquesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tire went flat. I stopped in to see if they could help. Let them know that I’m on a budget and looking to get it done quickly so I could get home. It has been a long day at work and I’m exhausted! My tire went flat as I was driving down the road and I saw their bay door was open. Even though they were past business hours, they greeted me enthusiastically and welcome to me inside. I explained my situation and they sold me a used tire and even put it on for a very fair price. Honestly, they could’ve taken advantage of me because my tire was flat in their lot, and no other shops were open. I had never been there before, but they treated me like I was family! Overall, I would say customer service… Price… And the ease of doing business was stellar! They really went above and beyond. I know I’ll be going back and I’ll be recommending everybody. I know to utilize their services from here forward! Thank you guys for helping me out!Posted on Google Mm ssTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. La atención es súper buenaPosted on Google Doniko GranstonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very effective and reliable. Price is reasonable!!! Very informative and helpful with the best interest of his customers. I recommend all year long.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more