A fire at Foss Upholstery & Restoration in Alameda, California, has destroyed several vehicles, caused extensive smoke damage, and left the auto upholstery shop inoperable for an undetermined amount of time. … [Read more...] about California Upholstery Shop Damaged in Fire
Safety Issues
Should We Not Resew Backseats Either?
Seat airbags have complicated the work of many auto upholstery professionals, who are concerned that if they repair seat covers and the airbags underneath don’t deploy correctly they could be held liable. Until recently, the issue was largely limited to front-seat backrests. However, in recent years, automakers have also begun installing airbags in rear-seat base cushions. … [Read more...] about Should We Not Resew Backseats Either?
TN Upholstery Shop Destroyed in Fire
Sad news to report this morning: Jim’s Custom Auto Upholstery in Carter County, Tennessee, was destroyed in a fire last week. The blaze reportedly damaged several vehicles and much of the shop’s inventory, but fortunately no one was injured. … [Read more...] about TN Upholstery Shop Destroyed in Fire
Understanding Auto Business Insurance
Just because your auto upholstery shop is insured doesn’t mean your covered for everything. To protect your business from potential losses and liabilities, you need to now exactly what your policy includes and take steps to ensure that it’s exactly what you need. Otherwise, you’re setting yourself up to fail. … [Read more...] about Understanding Auto Business Insurance
Is Your Auto Upholstery Shop Insured?
If your auto upholstery business lacks adequate insurance coverage, you’re literally one fire or natural disaster away from total financial ruin. However, things don’t have to be that way. By researching insurance plans, securing adequate coverage and making sure your policy never lapses, you can protect your livelihood and customers’ cars at the same time. If you’re not … [Read more...] about Is Your Auto Upholstery Shop Insured?
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