firm, fair & on time
Where Accurate Estimating Meets Defensible Engineering
SJM Auto Assessors supply body shops and claims professionals with precise valuations, structured negotiations and engineer’s reports designed to withstand scrutiny, every time.
Body Shops — expert estimating with no salaries or subscriptions attached.
Engineer Reports — reports you can rely on when it matters.
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Two services. One quick form. We’ll come back fast.
UK-Wide
Coverage, remote-first
ATA
Approved estimators
Fast
For Body Shops
Why body shops choose us for estimates
- Pay only for what you use — no salaries, no software subscriptions, no staff training.
- We handle the back-and-forth with insurers to get jobs authorised at the best rates.
- Method packs available to save on subscription-based platforms.
- A one-stop shop for all estimating needs with quick turnaround times.
For Claims Professionals
Why claims professionals choose us
- Independent engineer reports compiled for scrutiny, every time.
- Damage assessment, repair feasibility and total-loss evaluations covered.
- Engineers confident in their findings — and willing to stand by them.
- Firm and fair: a report you can act on with confidence.
Fast Turnaround
Digital assessments completed quickly, keeping vehicles moving through the workshop and claims moving through the system — without the usual delays.
UK-Wide Coverage
Remote vehicle damage assessment for body shops and claims professionals across Scotland and the rest of the UK. Location is never a barrier.
Services
What we offer
Two distinct services for two distinct customers — delivered fast, accurately, and fully digitally, anywhere in the UK.
For Claims Professionals
Engineer Reports
Detailed, insurer-ready engineer’s reports covering damage assessment, repair feasibility and total-loss evaluations — independent and built to withstand scrutiny.
For Body Shops
Audatex Estimates
Accurate, industry-standard Audatex estimates that help body shops agree fair repair costs with insurers quickly. No subscription licence? We’ll supply one — keeping your workshop schedule on track.
Both Services
Remote Digital Assessments
Every assessment is carried out fully digitally — no site visits, no delays. Just fast, professional reports and estimates delivered straight to your inbox.
How It Works
Two services, sometimes the same car
A body shop compiles an Audatex estimate and sends it for approval. From that estimate we can also compile an engineer’s report — but each has a different customer. Here’s how we sit between both sides.
Body Shop
Estimate compiled
SJM · Estimate
We negotiate & authorise
We review and negotiate the costs with the insurer, authorising the job at the best fair rate for the garage.
SJM · Report
Engineer report compiled
From that same estimate we can compile an independent engineer’s report built to withstand scrutiny
Claims Pro
Report delivered
The report goes to the accident management company, broker or insurer who can rely on its findings.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Questions we’re asked most often by body shops and claims professionals across the UK. Can’t find what you need? Get in touch.
What Service Do You Provide ?
We provide two core services: an estimating service — Audatex estimates plus dealing with the insurance companies to get jobs authorised — for body shops, and independent engineer reports for accident management companies, insurance brokers and insurers.
Are you only working for body shops?
No. We sit impartially between both sides. We negotiate the best fair rate on a body shop’s estimate, and we provide firm, fair engineer reports that insurers and claims professionals can rely on. Independence is the whole point.
Do you work across the whole UK?
Yes. We support body shops and claims professionals across the entire UK, with a strong focus on Scotland. Every assessment is carried out digitally, so location is never a barrier.
How does the digital assessment process work?
What if a body shop doesn’t have Audatex?
Are your assessors accredited?
Yes. Our assessors hold CAE, AMIMI, ATA, VDA and AQP accreditations and bring years of hands-on experience to every assessment.
Accreditations
Accredited, qualified & accountable
C&G
City And Guilds
SA
Solera Audatex
IMI
Institute Motor Industry
Testimonials
What people say about us
We use Jamie at SJM Auto Assessors for all of our private and insurance Audatex estimates, and I honestly couldn’t recommend him highly enough.
At The Car Repair Guys, we work with Jamie and Tiff on a daily basis, and they have become an invaluable extension of our business. Their knowledge, responsiveness and customer service are second to none, and they have played a significant part in helping our business grow and thrive.
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, reliable and professional vehicle assessor, look no further than SJM Auto Assessors. Their service is consistently first-class, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Iain Downes
I’ve had a great experience working with the team. They’re professional, reliable and always deliver a high standard of work.
Communication is excellent, everything is handled efficiently, and I would happily recommend them to anyone looking for a dependable estimating service.
David
We have worked with Jamie and Tiffany at SJM Auto Assessors for a long time and they complete all of our insurance estimates. Their service is always professional, efficient and reliable. The reports are detailed, accurate and completed promptly, making the claims process much smoother for both us and our customers.
Jamie and Tiffany are always approachable, knowledgeable and a pleasure to deal with. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SJM Scotland to any bodyshop, insurer or customer looking for a trustworthy automotive engineering company.