Restoring the Safety and Appearance of Your Vehicle
You’ve already been through enough – getting your car painted shouldn’t be stressful. At Mike’s Tri County Collision, we’ve been providing expert automotive painting services in Sandwich, Illinois for over 20 years. From collision repairs to complete resprays, we’ll handle everything to ensure your vehicle looks factory-fresh.

Professional Auto Painting Excellence
When it comes to automotive painting, the difference is in the details. Our state-of-the-art facility combines modern technology with old-world craftsmanship to deliver superior results. Every vehicle receives individual attention from our experienced paint technicians, who understand that proper preparation and application techniques are crucial for a lasting finish.
How Our Auto Painting Process Works
1. Get an Estimate
Start with a thorough evaluation of your vehicle’s paint needs. Our experts will analyze the current condition, discuss your goals, and provide a detailed estimate for achieving the perfect finish. We take the time to understand exactly what you’re looking for, whether it’s matching existing paint after a repair or giving your vehicle a complete new look.
2. Bring the Car In
Our expert paint technicians will prepare and refinish your vehicle in our state-of-the-art paint facility, ensuring every detail meets our high standards. Throughout the process, we keep you informed of our progress and any additional needs we discover.
3. Get Your Car Back in Pre-collision Condition
Take your beautifully refinished car home and enjoy! All our workmanship carries a lifetime warranty (except rust repairs) for as long as you own your vehicle.
The Science and Art of Auto Painting
Modern automotive painting is a precise blend of technology and skill. Our paint facility features advanced climate control systems that ensure optimal conditions for paint application. We use precise color matching technology to achieve exact factory color matches, but it’s our experienced technicians who provide the artistry needed for seamless blending and flawless finishing.
Paint Types and Finishes
Modern vehicles come with a wide variety of finishes, each requiring specific techniques and materials. Our team is trained and equipped to handle:
- Factory solid colors
- Metallic finishes
- Pearl coats
- Tri-coat applications
- Matte finishes
- Custom colors
- OEM specialty finishes
Our Professional Paint Process
1. Surface Preparation The key to a perfect paint job lies in the preparation. Our thorough process includes:
- Complete surface cleaning
- Removal of old paint if needed
- Repair of any damage or rust
- Professional body work
- Proper sanding and preparation
- Quality primer application
2. Paint Application Using state-of-the-art equipment and premium materials, we ensure superior results:
- Computerized color matching
- Climate-controlled spray booth
- High-quality paint materials
- Expert application techniques
- Multiple coat process
- UV-protected clear coat
3. Quality Control Every painted vehicle undergoes rigorous inspection:
- Multiple light source inspection
- Texture verification
- Color match confirmation
- Gloss level check
- Final detailing
- Customer inspection
Insurance Claims Welcome
Understanding insurance coverage for paint work can be confusing. That’s why we handle all communication with insurance companies on your behalf. Remember – there’s no law requiring you to use the insurance companies’ “suggested” repair centers. We’ll work directly with your insurance to ensure your vehicle receives the proper refinishing it needs, not just what costs less.
Quality Repairs Guaranteed
Every paint job includes:
- Perfect color matching
- Uniform finish
- Proper texture
- Even gloss levels
- Long-term durability
- Warranty on our workmanship
Expert Service You Can Trust
For over 20 years, our commitment to quality painting has made us the trusted choice throughout DeKalb, Kendall, and LaSalle Counties. Every paint job is backed by our lifetime warranty on workmanship.
Service Area
From our convenient location in Sandwich, we proudly serve customers throughout:
- Sandwich, IL
- Plano, IL
- Somonauk, IL
- DeKalb, IL
- Yorkville, IL
- Ottawa, IL
- Surrounding communities
Contact Us for Insurance Claim Repairs
Mike’s Tri County Collision
Phone: 815-786-2225
Email: thecollisionexpert@gmail.com
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Start Your Insurance Repair Today
Don’t let insurance companies dictate where you get your car repaired. Trust Mike’s Tri County Collision for expert insurance claim repairs in Sandwich, IL. We’ve been restoring the safety and appearance of vehicles for over 20 years, and we’re here to provide the best service possible to you and your family.
Licensed and insured. Lifetime warranty on all workmanship (except rust repairs). We work for you, not the insurance company.