We designed the process to be straightforward. You provide the basics about your vehicle and incident. We do the research, build the report, and give you everything you need to submit your claim.
Enter your vehicle details — license plate or VIN, mileage, and basic information about the incident. In about 60 seconds, you'll get a free preliminary estimate of your diminished value range.
This step is free, requires no account, and gives you a realistic sense of whether your claim is worth pursuing before you spend a dollar.
A range estimate (e.g., "$3,200–$5,800") based on your vehicle's make, model, year, mileage, and the severity of the incident. Plus a clear recommendation on whether to proceed.
If your estimate looks strong, order a full appraisal report. Our team pulls real comparable vehicle sales from your local market, analyzes your repair records, and builds a comprehensive report that documents your exact loss.
Every Prevalu report includes sourced market comparables, a detailed valuation methodology, and a professional summary designed to withstand adjuster scrutiny. Reports are reviewed by our appraisal team before delivery.
Send your appraisal report and demand letter to the at-fault party's insurance company. Your report provides the documented evidence adjusters need to evaluate your claim — backed by the same type of market data they use internally.
Most claims are resolved through direct negotiation with the insurance carrier. In cases that require additional support, your Prevalu report serves as the foundation for arbitration or small claims court proceedings.
The insurance company reviews your report and responds — typically within 30 days. Because Prevalu reports are built on verifiable market data rather than subjective opinions, adjusters have a harder time dismissing the documented loss.